GE 200D2463P002 installation instructions Normal operating sounds, Electronic models only

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
and longer than your old refrigerator and you may			■ You may hear the fans spinning. The fans help to
hear a high-pitched hum or pulsating sound while it
			maintain the correct temperatures.
is operating.
			■ Electronic models only:
■ You may hear a whooshing sound when the doors close.
This is due to pressure equalizing within the refrigerator.			■ You may hear the fans spinning at high speeds.
■ Electronic models only:			This happens when the refrigerator is first plugged in,
■ Sometimes the refrigerator runs for an extended period,			when the doors are opened frequently or when a large
			amount of food is added to the refrigerator or freezer
especially when the doors are opened frequently. This			compartments.
means that the Frost Guard™ feature is working to prevent			■ If either door is open for over 3 minutes, you may hear
freezer burn and improve food preservation.
			the fans come on in order to cool the light bulbs.
			■ The fans change speeds in order to provide optimal
			cooling and energy savings.
	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.
■ The compressor may cause a clicking or chirping	■ Water dropping on the defrost heater can cause
sound when attempting to restart (this could take
	a sizzling, popping or buzzing sound during the
up to 5 minutes).
	defrost cycle.
■ The electronic control board may cause a clicking sound	■ A water dripping noise may occur during the defrost
when relays activate to control refrigerator components.
	cycle as ice melts from the evaporator and flows into
■ Expansion and contraction of cooling coils during and	the drain pan.
after defrost can cause a cracking or popping sound.	■ Closing the door may cause a gurgling sound due to
■ On models with an icemaker, after an icemaking cycle,	pressure equalization.
you may hear the ice cubes dropping into the ice bucket.
		For additional information on normal
		icemaker operating sounds, see the
		About the automatic icemaker section.

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