Normal operating sounds
The advanced design of today’s frost free appliances mean you hear unfamiliar noises during everyday operation. The diagrams below describe some of the noises you may hear. These are quite normal and mean your appliance is operating correctly.
COOLING FAN
You may hear the cooling air being blown inside the cabinet by the fan.
The flow of liquids and gases through the cooler may create a bubbling or gurgling sound.
During normal operations movement caused by temperature change may cause sudden sharp sounds.
DRAIN PAN
Water may occasionaly be heard running into the drain pan.
MOTOR
Modern, high efficiency motors oper- ate much faster than older models. The motor may have a high pitched hum or pulsating sound.
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