NORMAL OPERATING SOUNDS & SIGHTS
UNDERSTANDING THE SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR
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NOTE
Rigid foam insulation is very energy efficient, but is not a sound insulator.
D. Automatic Ice Maker
If your refrigerator is equipped with an automatic ice maker, you will hear ice cubes falling into the ice bin.
E. Cold Control & Automatic Defrost Control
These parts can produce a snapping or clicking sound when turning the refrigerator on and off.
F. Condenser Fan
You may hear air being forced through the condenser by the condenser fan.
G. Compressor
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A. Evaporator
The flow of refrigerant through the evaporator may create a boiling or gurgling sound.
B. Evaporator Fan
You may hear air being forced through the refrigerator by the evaporator fan.
C. Defrost Heater
During defrost cycles, water dripping onto the defrost heater may cause a hissing or sizzling sound. After defrosting, a popping sound may occur.
IMPORTANT
During the automatic defrost cycle, you may notice a red glow in the vents on the back wall of your freezer compartment. This is normal during the defrost cycle.
H. Water Valve
If your refrigerator is equipped with an automatic ice maker, you will hear a buzzing sound as the water valve opens to fill the ice maker during each cycle.
IMPORTANT
Your ice maker is turned On at the factory so it can work as soon as you install your refrigerator. To ensure proper function of your ice maker, connect a water supply immediately or turn the Ice maker off by lifting the wire signal arm to the "up" or OFF position (side mounted) or the ice maker’s On/Off power switch turned
I. Drain Pan (not removable)
You may hear water running into the drain pan during the defrost cycle.
J. Condenser
May create minimal sounds from forced air.
K.Motorized Damper
May produce a light humming during operation.
CHANGING THE LIGHT BULB
CAUTION
Wear gloves when replacing light bulbs to avoid getting cut.
REPLACING LIGHT BULBS
1.Unplug refrigerator.
2.Wear gloves as protection against possible broken glass.
3.Remove light cover, if necessary.
4.Unscrew and replace old bulb with an appliance bulb of the same wattage.
5.Replace light cover, if necessary.
6.Remember to plug the refrigerator back in.
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