Normal operating sounds
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Stainless Steel Refrigerator
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.
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| WHooSH... |
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• The new high efficiency compressor may run |
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faster and longer than your old refrigerator | • You may hear the fans spinning at high | |||||
and you may hear a | speeds. This happens when the refrigerator | |||||
pulsating sound while it is operating. | is first plugged in, when the doors are opened | |||||
• Sometimes the refrigerator runs for an | frequently or when a large amount of food | |||||
is added to the refrigerator or freezer | ||||||
extended period, especially when the doors | ||||||
compartments. The fans are helping | ||||||
are opened frequently. This means that | ||||||
to maintain the correct temperatures. | ||||||
the Frost Guard ™ feature is working | ||||||
to prevent freezer burn and improve | • If either door is open for over 3 minutes, | |||||
food preservation. | you may hear the fans come on in order | |||||
• You may hear a whooshing sound when | to cool the light bulbs. | |||||
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the doors close. This is due to pressure | • The fans change speeds in order to provide | |||||
equalizing within the refrigerator. | optimal cooling and energy savings. | |||||
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| ClICKS, POPS, | WATER SOUNDS | |||
CRACKS and CHIRPS |
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•You may hear cracking or popping sounds
when the refrigerator is first plugged in. | • The flow of refrigerant through the freezer | |
This happens as the refrigerator cools | ||
cooling coils may make a gurgling noise like | ||
to the correct temperature. | ||
boiling water. | ||
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• Electronic dampers click open and closed to | • Water dropping on the defrost heater can | |
provide optimal cooling and energy savings. | ||
cause a sizzling, popping or buzzing sound | ||
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• The compressor may cause a clicking or | during the defrost cycle. | |
chirping sound when attempting to restart | • A water dripping noise may occur | |
(this could take up to 5 minutes). | ||
during the defrost cycle as ice melts from | ||
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• The electronic control board may cause | the evaporator and flows into the drain pan. | |
a clicking sound when relays activate | • Closing the door may cause a gurgling sound | |
to control refrigerator components. | ||
due to pressure equalization. | ||
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•Expansion and contraction of cooling coils
during and after defrost can cause a cracking |
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or popping sound. |
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| icemaker and dispenser operating | |
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• After an icemaking cycle, you may hear |
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the ice cubes dropping into the ice bucket. |
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| and Internal Water Dispenser |
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