Removing the base grille

To remove the grille:

1.Open refrigerator door.

2.Pull base grille forward to release the support tabs from the metal clips.

3.Do not remove Tech Sheet fastened behind the grille.

To replace the grille:

1.Line up grille support tabs with metal clips.

2.Push firmly to snap into place.

3.Close refrigerator door.

See cleaning instructions for defrost pan and condenser coils on page 18.

Condenser coils

rost pan Base

Understanding the sounds you may hear

Your new refrigerator may make sounds that your old one didn’t. Because the sounds are new to you, you might be concerned about them. Don’t be. Most of the new sounds are normal. Hard surfaces like the floor, walls and cabinets can make the sounds seem louder.

The following describes the kinds of sounds that might be new to you, and what may be making them.

Slight hum, soft hiss

You may hear the refrigerator’s fan motor and moving air.

Water sounds

When the refrigerator stops running, you may hear gurgling in the tubing for a few minutes after it stops. You may also hear defrost water running into the defrost water pan.

Running sounds

Your refrigerator has a high-efficiency compressor and motor. It will run longer than older designs. It may even seem to run most of the time.

Clicking or snapping sounds

The thermostat makes a definite click when the refrigerator stops running. It also makes a sound when the refrigerator starts. The defrost timer will click when the defrost

. cycle starts.

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