GE FUM13 owner manual Whenever freezer is on, You might hear the compressor running while it cools

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Problem	Possible Causes	What To Do
Freezer external surface	The external freezer walls can be •This is normal while the compressor works to transfer
temperature is warm	as much as 30°F warmer than	heat from inside the freezer cabinet.
	room temperature.
Louder sound levels	Modern freezers have increased •This is normal. When the surrounding noise level is low,
whenever freezer is on	storage capacity and more stable	you might hear the compressor running while it cools
	temperatures. They require a	the interior.
	high-efficiency compressor.
Longer sound levels	Freezer operates at higher	•This is normal. Sound will level off or disappear as
when compressor	pressures during the start of	freezer continues to run.
comes on	the ON cycle.
Popping or cracking sound	Metal parts undergo expansion and •This is normal. Sound will level off or disappear as
when compressor comes on	contraction, as in hot water pipes.	freezer continues to run.
Bubbling or gurgling	Refrigerant (used to cool freezer) is	•This is normal.
sound, like boiling water	circulating throughout the system.
Moisture forms on inside	Weather is hot and humid, which	• This is normal.
freezer walls	increases internal rate of frost
	buildup.
	Door may not be seating properly. •See Preparing to install the freezer.
	Door is kept open too long, or is	•Open the door less often.
	opened too frequently.
Odors in freezer	Interior needs to be cleaned.	• Clean interior with sponge, warm water and baking soda.
	Foods with strong odors are in	• Cover the food tightly.
	the freezer.

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