Normal operating sounds. | GEAppliances.com |
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.
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| WHOOSH... |
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■ The new high efficiency compressor may run faster |
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and longer than your old refrigerator and you may | ■ You may hear the fans spinning at high speeds. | ||||
hear a | This happens when the refrigerator is first plugged in, | ||||
it is operating. | when the doors are opened frequently or when a large | ||||
■ You may hear a whooshing sound when the doors close. | amount of food is added to the refrigerator or freezer | ||||
This is due to pressure equalizing within the refrigerator. | compartments. The fans are helping to maintain | ||||
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| the correct temperatures. |
CLICKS, POPS, | WATER SOUNDS | |
CRACKS and CHIRPS |
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■ You may hear cracking or popping sounds when | ■ The flow of refrigerant through the freezer cooling coils | |
the refrigerator is first plugged in. This happens | ||
as the refrigerator cools to the correct temperature. | 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 defrost | |
up to 5 minutes). | cycle. | |
■ Expansion and contraction of cooling coils during and | ■ A water dripping noise may occur during the defrost | |
after defrost can cause a cracking or popping sound. | cycle as ice melts from the evaporator and flows into | |
■ On models with an icemaker, after an icemaking cycle, | the drain pan. | |
■ Closing the door may cause a gurgling sound due | ||
you may hear the ice cubes dropping into the ice | ||
bucket. | to pressure equalization. |
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