Normal operatingsounds.
Newer refrigerators sound different from older
refrigerators. Modern refrigerators have more features and
use newer technology.
Do you hear what I hear? These sounds are normal.
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HUMMM...
--WHOOSH...
• The new 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 is operating.
• Sometimes the refrigerator runs for an extended
period,especially when the doorsare opened frequently.
Thismeans that the Frost Guard'" feature is working to
prevent freezer burn and improve food preservation.
• Youmay hear a whooshing sound when the doors close.
Thisis due to pressureequalizing within the refrigerator.
CLICKS, POPS,
CRACKSand CHIRPS
• You may hear cracking or popping sounds when
the refrigerator is first plugged in.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.
• Expansion and contraction of cooling coils during and
after defrost can cause a cracking or popping sound.
• On models with an icemoker, after an icemaking
cycle, you may hear the ice cubes dropping into
the ice bucket.
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• 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 helping to
maintain the correct temperatures.
• If either door is open for over 3 minutes, you may hear
the fans come on in order to cool the light bulbs.
• The fans change speeds in order to provide optimal
cooling and energy savings.
WATERSOUNDS
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• The flow of refrigerant through the freezer cooling coils
may make o 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.
• Closing the door may cause a gurgling sound due
to pressure equalization.
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