Normal Operating Sounds
HUMMM...
WHOOSH...
The new high efficiency compressor may run faster
and longer than your old refrigerator and you may
hear a high-pitched hum or pulsating sound while it
is operating.
You may hear a whooshing sound when the doors
refrigerator.
You may hear cracking or popping sounds when
the refrigerator is first plugged in. This happens as
the refrigerator cools to the correct temperature.
Expansion and contraction of cooling coils during
and after defrost can cause a cracking or popping
sound.
upright position before plugging it in.
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ment. This is normal during the defrost cycle.
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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
compartments. The fans are helping to maintain the
correct temperatures.
The fans change speeds in order to provide optimal
cooling and energy savings.
may make a gurgling noise like boiling water.
Water dropping on the defrost heater can cause a
cycle.
A water dripping noise may occur during the defrost
cycle as ice melts from the evaporator and flows into
the drain pan.
Closing the door may cause a gurgling sound due to
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