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POSSIBLE CAUSE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

REFRIGERATOR

• May be in defrost cycle when compressor does not operate for about

 

 

DOES NOT OPERATE

30 minutes.

 

 

 

• Temperature control in the OFF position.

 

 

 

• If interior light is not on, refrigerator may not be plugged in at wall outlet.

 

 

 

• The fuse is blown/circuit breaker is tripped. Replace fuse or reset

 

 

 

the breaker.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MOTOR OPERATES

• Normal when refrigerator is first plugged in. Wait 24 hours for the

 

 

FOR LONG PERIODS

refrigerator to completely cool down.

 

 

OR CYCLES ON AND

• The new variable speed compressor is designed to run for longer

 

 

OFF FREQUENTLY

 

 

periods of time to optimize efficiency and noise. You may notice the

 

 

 

compressor and/or fan speeds accelerate based upon door openings

 

 

(Modern refrigerators

and/or increased food loads.

 

 

with more storage

• You may hear the fans spinning at high speeds. This happens when

 

 

space and a larger

the refrigerator is first plugged in, when the doors are opened

 

 

freezer require

frequently or when a large amount of food is added to the

 

 

refrigerator or freezer compartments. The fans are helping to

 

 

more operating time.

 

 

maintain the correct temperatures.

 

 

They start and stop

 

 

• Door left open or package holding door open.

 

 

often to maintain

 

 

• If either door is open for over 3 minutes, you may hear the fans

 

 

even temperatures.)

 

 

come on in order to cool the light.

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Hot weather or frequent door openings. This is normal.

 

 

 

• Temperature controls set at the coldest setting. See Temperature Controls.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OPERATING

• Refrigerator is so quiet, that most of the time you will hear low or no

 

 

SOUNDS

operating noise.

 

 

 

• Normal fan air flow—one fan blows cold air through the

 

 

 

fresh food and freezer compartments—another fan cools

 

 

 

the compressor motor.

 

 

 

• The fans change speeds in order to provide optimal cooling and

 

 

 

energy savings.

 

 

 

• These NORMAL sounds will also be heard from time to time:

 

 

 

– You may hear a whooshing or gurgling sound when the doors

 

 

 

close. This is due to pressure equalizing within the refrigerator.

 

 

 

– A water dripping noise may occur during the defrost cycle as ice

 

 

 

melts from the evaporator and flows into the drain pan.

 

 

 

– The flow of refrigerant through the freezer cooling coils may

 

 

 

make a gurgling noise like boiling water.

 

 

 

– Water dropping on the defrost heater can cause a sizzling,

 

 

 

popping or buzzing sound during the defrost cycle.

 

 

 

– You may hear cracking or popping sounds when the refrigerator is

 

 

 

first plugged in or during/after the defrost cycle. This happens as

 

 

 

the refrigerator cools to the correct temperature.

 

 

 

– Electronic dampers click open and closed to provide optimal

 

 

 

cooling and energy savings.

 

 

 

– The compressor may cause a clicking or chirping sound when

 

 

 

attempting to restart (this could take up to 5 minutes).

 

 

 

– The electronic control board may cause a clicking sound when

 

 

 

relays activate to control refrigerator components.

 

 

 

– Ice cubes dropping into the bin and water running in pipes

 

 

 

as icemaker refills.

 

 

 

– The icemaker water valve will buzz when the icemaker fills

 

 

 

with water.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DOOR NOT CLOSING

• Package holding door open.

 

 

PROPERLY

• Check the door gasket; it may be out of position.

 

 

 

• Refrigerator not level. See Installation Instructions.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Bottom-Freezer Built-In Refrigerators specifications

The GE Bottom-Freezer Built-In Refrigerators represent a perfect blend of style, functionality, and advanced technology, making them a popular choice for modern kitchens. With their sleek design and innovative features, these refrigerators not only enhance the aesthetic appeal of your kitchen but also offer superior storage solutions to meet the demands of today’s households.

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