GE Monogram Side-by-Side Built-In Refrigerators owner manual Problem Solver, Does not Operate

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		The Problem Solver
			Built-In Refrigerators
PROBLEM	POSSIBLE CAUSE
REFRIGERATOR	• May be in defrost cycle when compressor does not operate for about
DOES NOT OPERATE		30 minutes.
	•	Temperature control set at OFF.
	•	If interior light is not on, refrigerator may not be plugged in at
		wall outlet .
	•	The fuse is blown/circuit breaker is tripped. Replace fuse or reset
		the breaker.
MOTOR OPERATES	•	Normal when refrigerator is first plugged in. Wait 24 hours for
FOR LONG PERIODS		the refrigerator to completely cool down.
OR CYCLES ON AND	• The new variable speed compressor is designed to run for longer
OFF FREQUENTLY		periods of time to optimize efficiency and noise. You may notice
(Modern refrigerators		the compressor and/or fan speeds accelerate based upon door
with more storage		openings and/or increased food loads.
space and a larger	• You may hear the fans spinning at high speeds. This happens when
freezer require		the refrigerator is first plugged in, when the doors are opened
more operating time.		frequently or when a large amount of food is added to the
They start and stop		refrigerator or freezer compartments. The fans are helping to
often to maintain		maintain the correct temperatures.
	• Door left open or package holding door open.
even temperatures.)
	•	If either door is open for over 3 minutes, you may hear the fans
		come on in order to cool the light .
	•	Hot weather or frequent door openings. This is normal.
	•	Temperature controls set at the coldest setting. See Temperature
		Controls.
OPERATING	•	Refrigerator is so quiet, that most of the time you will hear low or no
SOUNDS		operating noise.
	• Normal fan air flow—one fan blows cold air through the
		fresh food and freezer compartments—another fan cools
		the compressor motor.
	• The fans change speeds in order to provide optimal cooling and
		energy savings.
	• These NORMAL sounds will also be heard from time to time:
		– You may hear a whooshing or gurgling sound when the doors close.
		This is due to pressure equalizing within the refrigerator.
		– A water dripping noise may occur during the defrost cycle as ice
		melts from the evaporator and flows into the drain pan.
		– The flow of refrigerant through the freezer cooling coils may make
		a gurgling noise like boiling water.
		– Water dropping on the defrost heater can cause a sizzling, popping
		or buzzing sound during the defrost cycle.
		– You may hear cracking or popping sounds when the refrigerator
		is first plugged in or during/after the defrost cycle. This happens as
		the refrigerator cools to the correct temperature.
		– Electronic dampers click open and closed to provide optimal cooling
		and energy savings.
		– The compressor may cause a clicking or chirping sound when
		attempting to restart (this could take up to 5 minutes).
		– The electronic control board may cause a clicking sound when
		relays activate to control refrigerator components.
		– Ice cubes dropping into the bin and water running in pipes
		as icemaker refills.
		– The icemaker water valve will buzz when the icemaker fills
		with water.

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