Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions
Normal operating sounds.
Depending on the placement of the refrigerator in your kitchen, you may want to place a piece of rubber backed carpet under the refrigerator to reduce noise.
Evaporator Fan. You may hear air being forced through the cabinet by the fan.
Evaporator. The flow of refrigerant through the evaporator may create a boiling or gurgling sound.
Defrost Heater. During defrost cycles, water dripping onto the heater may cause a hissing or sizzling sound. After defrosting, a popping sound may occur and the evaporator may create a boiling or gurgling sound.
Cold Control. This part can produce a snapping sound when turning the refrigerator on or off.
Water Pan. Water may be heard running into the drain pan during the defrost cycle.
Compressor. Modern, high efficiency compressors operate much faster than older models. The compressor may have a high pitched hum or pulsating sound.
Condenser Fan. You may hear air being forced over the condenser by the fan.
Defrost Timer. The timer produces a sound similar to an electric clock.
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.
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Refrigerator does not |
| Refrigerator in defrost cycle. | • Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cycle to end. If lights |
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| Locate the defrost timer mounted on the center rail and |
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| turn the timer knob clockwise until you hear a click. The |
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| refrigerator should begin operating. |
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| Control in OFF position. | • Move the control to a temperature setting. |
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| Refrigerator is unplugged. | • Push the plug completely into the outlet. |
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| The fuse is blown/circuit | • Replace fuse or reset the breaker. |
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| breaker is tripped. |
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Vibration or rattling |
| Rollers need adjusting. | • See Rollers. |
(slight vibration |
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is normal) |
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