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Normal operating sounds, oEApUioncesco
Newer refrigerators sound different from older refrigerators. Modern refrigerators have more features
and use newer technology.
Do you hear what I hear? These sounds are normal.
[] The new high efficiency
H
UM M M...
compressor may run
faster and longerthan
--WHOOSH...
your old refrigerator and
you may hear a high-pitchedhum or pulsating sound
while itisoperating.
[] You may hear a whooshing sound when thedoors close.
Thisis due topressureequalizing w ithin the refrigerator.
CLICKS,POPS,
CRACKSand CHIRPS
[] You may hear cracking or popping sounds when the
refrigerator isfirst plugged in.This happens as the
refrigerator cools to the correct temperature.
[] Thecompressor may cause a clicking or chirping sound
when attempting to restart (this could take
up to 5 minutes).
[] Expansionand contraction of cooling coils during and after
defrost can cause a cracking or popping sound.
[] On models with an icemaker,after an icemaking cycle,you
may hear the ice cubes dropping into the ice bucket.
Before you call for service...
WHIB!
You may hear the fans spinning at high
speeds.
This happens when the refrigerator is first
plugged in, when the doors are opened
frequently or when
a large amount of food is added to the refrigerator or freezer
compartments. The fans are helping to maintain the correct
temperatures.
WATERSOUNDS
[] Theflow of refrigerant through the freezer cooling coils may
make a gurgling noise likeboiling water.
[] Water dropping on the defrost heater can cause a sizzling,
popping or buzzing sound during the defrost cycle.
[] A water drippingnoisemay occurduring the defrostcycleas ice
meltsfrom the evaporatorand flowsinto thedrain pan.
[] Closingthe door may cause a gurgling sound due to pressure
equalization.
Troubleshooting Tips
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following
pages first and you may not need to call for service.
ill
Refrigerator in defrost cycle. Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cycleto end.
Temperature control dial in OFF Movethe temperature control dial to a temperature setting.
position.
Refrigeretor !s ynp!uqged. Pushthe pluq COBp!etelyjntotb e out!et
Tbe
fuse is blown/circuit breaker is Replacefuse or reset the breaker.
mppea.
Roller screws or leveling legs need
adjusting.
Temperature control dial not set cold
enough.
Warm weather or frequent door
openings.
Door left open.
Package blocking air duct in freezer
compartment
See Rollers and Leveling Legs.
See About the temperature control dial.
tShet the temperature control dial one step colder.SeeAbout
e temperaturecontrol dial.
Checkto seeif packaqe is holdinq door open.
Checkto seeif package is blockingair duct in freezer
compartment.
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