Miele K1811SF Frequently asked questions, The appliance is making noises, Issue, Possible fault

Frequently asked questions

The appliance is making noises.

Issue	Possible fault	Solution
Brrrrr...	Humming noise made by the	These noises are not a
	compressor. This noise can	fault.
	get louder for brief periods	The noise of the
	when the motor is switching	compressor and the
	on.	coolant circulating in the
Blubb, blubb....	A gurgling noise can be	system is unavoidable.
	heard when coolant is
	circulating through the pipes.
Click....	Clicking sounds are made
	when the thermostat switches
	the compressor on and off.
Sssrrrrr....	On multi-zone and frost-free
	appliances you can
	sometimes just hear the
	movement of air circulating
	inside the appliance.
Rattling, vibrating	The appliance is uneven.	Realign the appliance
		using a level, by raising or
		lowering the screw feet
		underneath the appliance.
	The appliance is touching	Move it away.
	another appliance or piece of
	furniture.
	Drawers, baskets or shelves	Check all removable
	are unstable or sticking.	items and refit them
		correctly.
	Bottles or containers are	Separate them.
	unstable or knocking against
	each other.
	The transport cable clips are	Remove the clips.
	hanging loose at the back of
	the appliance.

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