Operating Instructions Safety Instructions
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Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips
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.
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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 the | |||||
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| CLICKS, POPS, | WATER SOUNDS | |||
CRACKS and CHIRPS |
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■ You may hear cracking or popping sounds when the |
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refrigerator is first plugged in. This happens as the |
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refrigerator cools to the correct temperature. | ■ The flow of refrigerant through the freezer cooling coils | |||||
■ The compressor may cause a clicking or chirping | ||||||
may make a gurgling noise like boiling water. | ||||||
sound when attempting to restart (this could take | ■ Water dropping on the defrost heater can cause a | |||||
up to 5 minutes). | ||||||
sizzling, popping or buzzing sound during the defrost | ||||||
■ Expansion and contraction of cooling coils during and | ||||||
cycle. | ||||||
after defrost can cause a cracking or popping sound. | ■ A water dripping noise may occur during the defrost | |||||
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cycle as ice melts from the evaporator and flows into | ||||||
you may hear the ice cubes dropping into the ice | the drain pan. | |||||
bucket. | ■ Closing the door may cause a gurgling sound due to | |||||
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