GE 42, 48 Normal operating sounds, Hummm Whoosh, Clicks, Pops, CRACKS and CHIRPS, Water Sounds

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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

and longer than your old refrigerator and you may	■ You may hear the fans spinning at high speeds.
hear a high-pitched hum or pulsating sound while	This happens when the refrigerator is first plugged
it is operating.	in, when the doors are opened frequently or when
■ You may hear a whooshing sound when the doors	a large amount of food is added to the refrigerator
	or freezer compartments. The fans are helping to
close. This is due to pressure equalizing within
	maintain the correct temperatures.
the refrigerator.
	■ If either door is open for over 3 minutes, you may
	hear 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 a
sound when attempting to restart (this could take
	sizzling, popping or buzzing sound during the
up to 5 minutes).
	defrost cycle.
■ The electronic control board may cause a clicking
	■ A water dripping noise may occur during the defrost
sound when relays activate to control refrigerator
	cycle as ice melts from the evaporator and flows into
components.
	the drain pan.
■ Expansion and contraction of cooling coils during
	■ Closing the door may cause a gurgling sound due to
and after defrost can cause a cracking or popping
	pressure equalization.
sound.

■After an icemaking cycle, you may hear the ice cubes

dropping into the ice bucket.	For additional information on normal
	icemaker and dispenser operating sounds,
	see the About the automatic icemaker
	and About the ice and water dispenser
	sections.

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