Normal opera ting sounds, GEAppliances.com
Newer refrigerators sound different from cider reMgerators. Modern reMgerators
have more features and use newer technology.
Do you hear what I hear? These sounds are normal
HUMMM...
--WHOOSH
Thenew high efficiency compressor may run faster and longer
than your old refrigerator and you may hear a high-pitched hum
or pulsating sound while it isoperating.
You may hear a whooshing sound when the doors close.
Thisisdue to pressure equalizing within the refrigerator.
CLICKS, POPS,
CRACKSand CHIRPS
" You may hear cracking or popping sounds when the refrigerator
isfirst plugged in.This happens as the refrigerator coolsto the
correct ternperature.
" Thecompressor may cause a clicking or chirping sound when
attempting to restart (thiscould take up to 5 minutes).
" Expansion and contraction of cooling coils during and after
defrost can cause a cracking or popping sound.
" On models with an icemaker,after an icemaking cycle,you may
hear the ice cubes dropping into the ice bucket.
" On models with a dispenser,during water dispense,you may
hear the water lines move at initial dispense and after dispenser
button is released.
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WHIR,/
You may hear the fans spinning at high speeds.This happens
when the refrigerator isfirst plugged in, when the doors are
opened frequently or when a large amount of food is added to
the refrigerator or freezer compartments. The fans are helpingto
maintain the correct temperatures.
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WATERSOUNDS
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Theflow 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,
A water dripping noise may occur during the defrost cycle as ice
melts from the evaporator and flows into the drain pan,
Closingthe door may cause a gurgling sound due to pressure
equalization,
Before you call for service...
Troubleshooting Tips
Save time and money,/Review the charts on the following
pages first and you may not need to call for service.
: _ Possible Causes What To Do
Freezer door pops open This is normal if, after • This indicates that there is a good sealon the freezer
when refrigerator door popping open, the freezer door. If the freezerdoor does not automatically close after
is closed door closed on its own. popping open, the rollers need adjusting. SeeRollersand
LevelingLegs.
Door does not close Leveling legs need adjusting. • See Rollersand LevelingLegs.
by itself
Refrigeraterdoes Refrigerator in defrost cycle. • Wait about 40 minutes for defrost cycle to end.
not operate Refrigerator control in • Move the refrigerator and freezer control to a
0 (off) position, temperature setting.
Refrigerator is unplugged. • Pushthe plug completely into the outlet.
The fuse isblown/circuit • Replacefuse or reset the breaker.
breaker is tripped.
Vibration or rattling Refrigerator is not resting • Adjust leveling legs(SeeRollersand LevelingLegs).
(slight vibration on all four rollers.
is normal
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