GE PCR06WATSS Normal operating sounds, Clicks, Pops, Water Sounds, CRACKS and CHIRPS, Hummm, Tips

Normal operating sounds. ge.com

Newer appliances sound different from older appliances. Modern appliances 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				■ You may hear the fans spinning at high speeds.
and longer than your old appliance and you may
hear a high-pitched hum or pulsating sound while					This happens when the appliance is first plugged in,
it is operating.					when the doors are opened frequently or when large
■ Sometimes the appliance runs for an extended period,					amounts of beverages are added to the appliance.
					The fans help maintain desired temperatures.
especially when the doors are opened frequently.
					If door is open for over 3 minutes, you may hear the
■ You may hear a whooshing sound when the doors close.				■
					fans come on in order to cool the appliance.
This is due to pressure equalizing within the appliance.
				■ The fans change speeds in order to provide optimal
					cooling and energy savings.
	CLICKS, POPS,				WATER SOUNDS
CRACKS and CHIRPS
■ You may hear cracking or popping sounds when
the appliance is first plugged in. This happens as				■	The flow of refrigerant through the appliance cooling
the appliance cools to the correct temperature.
					coils may make a gurgling noise like boiling water.
■ Expansion and contraction of cooling coils during and
				■	A water dripping noise may occur as water from the
after defrost can cause a cracking or popping sound.
					evaporator flows into the drain pan.
				■ Closing the door may cause a gurgling sound due
					to pressure equalization.

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