GE 200D8074P039 Normal operating sounds, Operating Instructions Safety Instructions

Operating Instructions Safety Instructions

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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 in,
it is operating.					when the doors are opened frequently or when a large
Sometimes the refrigerator runs for an extended period,					amount of food is added to the refrigerator or freezer
					compartments. The fans are helping to maintain the
especially when the doors are opened frequently. This
					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 hear
You may hear a whooshing sound when the doors close.					the fans come on in order to cool the light bulbs.
				The fans change speeds in order to provide optimal
This is due to pressure equalizing within the refrigerator.
					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 coils
refrigerator cools to the correct temperature.
					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 defrost
The compressor may cause a clicking or chirping					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
On models with an icemaker, after an icemaking cycle,						icemaker and dispenser operating sounds,
you may hear the ice cubes dropping into the ice						see the About the automatic icemaker
bucket.						and About the ice and water dispenser
						sections.

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