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Normal operating sounds.
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Newer refrigerators sound different from older
refrigerators. Modem refrigerators have more features
and use newer technology.
Do you hear what ! hear? These sounds are normal.
__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.
, Sometimes the refrigerator runs for an extended period,
especiallywhen the doors are opened frequently. This
means that the Frost Guard'" feature isworking to prevent
freezer burn and improve food preservation.
, You may hear a whooshing sound when the doors close.
This is due to pressure equalizing within the refrigerator.
CLICKS, POPS,
CRACKSand CHIRPS
, You may hear cracking or popping sounds when
the refrigerator is first plugged in. This happens us
the refrigerator cools to the correct temperature.
, Electronic dumpers click open and closed to provide
optimal cooling and energy savings.
, The compressor may cause a clicking or chirping sound
when attempting to restart (this could take
up to 5 minutes).
, The electronic control board may cause a clicking sound
when relays activate to control refrigerator components.
, Expansion and contraction of cooling coils during and
after defrost can cause a cracking or popping sound.
, On models with an ice maker, after an icemaking cycle,
you may hear the ice cubes dropping into the ice bucket.
WHIR!
, 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.
, If either door is open for over 3 minutes, you may hear
the fans come on in order to cool the light bulbs.
, The fans change speeds in order to provide optimal
cooling and energy savings.
, You may hear the fans running after selecting
OuickFreeze'" or one of the CustomCoolT"settings.
WATER SOUNDS
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, The flow of refrigerant through the freezer cooling coils
may make a gurgling noise like boiling water.
, Water dropping on the defrost heater can cause a
sizzling, popping or buzzing sound during the defrost
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
pressure equalization.
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