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Normal operating sounds. GEApp#ances.co
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.
[] Vou 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.
WHIB!
[]
Vou 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.
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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.
Before you call for service...
operate
Troubleshooting Tips
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following
pages first and you may not need to call for service.
Possible Causes What To Do
Refrigerator in defrost cycle.
Temperature control dial
in OFFposition.
Refrigerator is unplugged.
The fuse is blown/circuit
breaker is tripped.
• Wait about 30 minutesfor defrost cycleto end.
• Movethe temperature control dial to a temperature
setting.
, Pushthe plug completely into the outlet.
• Replace fuse or resetthe breaker.
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Energy SmprtTM
feature i# , Wait about 2 hours for normal operation to continue
altering refrigerator performance
Vibration or rattling (slight Roller screws or leveling legs , SeeRollersand LevelingLegs.
vibration is normal) need adjusting.
Fresh food or fre_er- Temperature control dial • SeeAbout the temperaturecontrol dial.
compartment too warm not set cold enough.
Warm weather or frequent • Setthe temperature control dial one step colder.
door openings. SeeAbout the temperaturecontrol dial.
Door left open. • Checkto see if package is holding door open.
" _Package blocking air duct in , Checkto see if package is blocking air duct in freezer
freezer comportment, compartment.
TM
Energy Smart
TM
feature is , SeeAbout EnergySmart
Models
altering refrigerator performance