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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

it is operating.

This happens when the refrigerator is first plugged

Sometimes the refrigerator runs for an extended period,

in, when the doors are opened frequently or when

especially when the doors are opened frequently. This

a large amount of food is added to the refrigerator

means that the Frost Guardfeature is working to

or freezer compartments. The fans are helping to

prevent freezer burn and improve food preservation.

maintain the correct temperatures.

You may hear a whooshing sound when the doors close. If either door is open for over 3 minutes, you may

This is due to pressure equalizing within the refrigerator. 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,

W A T ER SOUNDS

CRACKS and CHIRPS

 

You may hear cracking or popping sounds when the refrigerator is first plugged in. This happens as the

 

refrigerator cools to the correct temperature.

The flow of refrigerant through the freezer cooling

Electronic dampers click open and closed to provide

coils may make a gurgling noise like boiling water.

 

optimal cooling and energy savings.

Water dropping on the defrost heater can cause a

The compressor may cause a clicking or chirping

sizzling, popping or buzzing sound during the

 

sound when attempting to restart (this could take

 

defrost cycle.

 

up to 5 minutes).

 

A water dripping noise may occur during the defrost

The electronic control board may cause a clicking

 

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 and

Closing the door may cause a gurgling sound due to

 

 

after defrost can cause a cracking or popping sound.

pressure equalization.

On models with an icemaker, after an icemaking cycle, you may hear the ice cubes dropping into the ice bucket.

Before you call for service…

Troubleshooting Tips

Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service.

Problem

 

Possible Causes

What To Do

 

 

 

 

Refrigerator does not

 

Refrigerator in defrost cycle.

Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cycle to end.

operate

 

 

 

 

Freezer control

Move the freezer control to a lower temperature setting.

 

 

 

 

in 0 (off) position.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Refrigerator is unplugged.

Push the plug completely into the outlet.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The fuse is blown/circuit

Replace fuse or reset the breaker.

 

 

breaker is tripped.

 

Refrigerator or freezer

 

Temperature control not set

See About the controls.

compartment too warm

 

cold enough.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Warm weather or frequent

Set the temperature control one step colder.

 

 

door openings.

See About the controls.

 

 

Door left open.

Check to see if package is holding door open.

 

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GE GSF25IGZWW manual Normal operating sounds, Before you call for service…

GSF25IGZWW specifications

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