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Normal operating sounds.

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.

		HUMMM...
			WHOOSH
■ The new high efficiency compressor may run faster				■ You may hear the fans spinning at high speeds.
and longer than your old refrigerator and you may
hear a high-pitched hum or pulsating sound while				This happens when the refrigerator is first plugged
it is operating.				in, when the doors are opened frequently or when
■ Sometimes the refrigerator runs for an extended period,				a large amount of food is added to the refrigerator
				or freezer compartments. The fans are helping to
especially when the doors are opened frequently. This
				maintain the correct temperatures.
means that the Frost Guard™ feature is working to
prevent freezer burn and improve food preservation.				■ If either door is open for over 3 minutes, you may
■ You may hear a whooshing sound when the doors close.				hear the fans come on in order to cool the light
				bulbs.
This is due to pressure equalizing within the refrigerator.
				■ The fans change speeds in order to provide optimal
				cooling and energy savings.
				■ You may hear the fans running after selecting one of
				the CustomCool™ settings.
	CLICKS, POPS,			WATER SOUNDS
CRACKS and CHIRPS

■You may hear cracking or popping sounds when the

refrigerator is first plugged in. This happens as the	■ The flow of refrigerant through the freezer cooling
refrigerator cools to the correct temperature.
	coils may make a gurgling noise like boiling water.
■ Electronic dampers click open and closed to provide
	■ Water dropping on the defrost heater can cause a
optimal cooling and energy savings.
	sizzling, popping or buzzing sound during the
■ The compressor may cause a clicking or chirping
	defrost cycle.
sound when attempting to restart (this could take	■ A water dripping noise may occur during the defrost
up to 5 minutes).
	cycle as ice melts from the evaporator and flows into
■ The electronic control board may cause a clicking
	the drain pan.
sound when relays activate to control refrigerator	■ Closing the door may cause a gurgling sound due to
components.
	pressure equalization.

■Expansion and contraction of cooling coils during and after defrost can cause a cracking or popping

	sound.	For additional information on normal
		icemaker and dispenser operating sounds,
■	On models with an icemaker, after an icemaking
		see the About the automatic icemaker
	cycle, you may hear the ice cubes dropping into
		and About the ice and water dispenser
	the ice bucket.
		sections.

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