GE 200D2600P031 Normal operating sounds, Hummm, Whoosh, Clicks, Pops, Water Sounds

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

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

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

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

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