Maytag W10400978A Noise, The refrigerator seems, noisy, Problem, Possible Causes, Solutions

PROBLEM	POSSIBLE CAUSES	SOLUTIONS
The lights do not work A light bulb is loose in the socket or		Tighten or replace the light bulb. See “Changing the Light
	burned out	Bulbs.”
	The dispenser light is set to OFF	On some models, the dispenser light will operate only when a
		dispenser paddle is pressed. If you want the dispenser light to
		stay on continuously, see “Water Dispenser.”
	The control is set to Sabbath Mode	Turn off Sabbath Mode. See “Using the Controls.”
	(on some models)

	Noise
PROBLEM	POSSIBLE CAUSES	SOLUTIONS
The refrigerator seems	The compressor in your new refrigerator regulates
noisy	temperature more efficiently while using less energy, and
Below are listed some normal	operates quietly. Due to the reduction in operating noise you
	may notice more intermittent noises.
sounds with explanations.
Sound of the compressor	High efficiency compressor and fans	This is normal. Larger, more efficient
running longer than expected		refrigerators run longer.
Pulsating/Whirring	Fans/compressor adjusting to optimize performance during	This is normal
	normal compressor operation
Popping	Contraction/expansion of inside walls, especially during	This is normal
	initial cool-down
Hissing/Dripping	Flow of refrigerant, or flow of oil in the compressor	This is normal
Vibration	The refrigerator may not be steady	Adjust the leveling screws and lower
		the leveling foot firmly against the
		floor. See “Door Closing and Door
		Alignment.”

Rattling/Banging	Movement of the water lines against the refrigerator cabinet,
	or of items placed on top of the refrigerator cabinet

Move excess water line away from the refrigerator cabinet or fasten excess tubing to the cabinet. See “Connect the Water Supply,” or remove items from the top of the refrigerator.

Sizzling	Water dripping on the heater during defrost cycle	This is normal
Water running/Gurgling	May be heard when ice melts during the defrost cycle and	This is normal
	water runs into the drain pan
Buzzing	Heard when the water valve opens to fill the ice maker	This is normal
Creaking/Cracking	May be heard as ice is being ejected from the ice maker	This is normal
	mold
Ker-plunk	May be heard when the ice falls into the ice storage bin	This is normal

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