Normal operating sounds, ge.com
Newer refrigerators sound different from older
refrigerators. Modern refrigerators have more features
and use newer technology.
Do you hear what I hear? Thesesounds are normal.
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,
especiallywhen the doors are opened frequently. This
means that the Frost Guard" feature isworking to prevent
freezer burn and improve food preservation.
• Youmay hear a whooshing sound when the doors close.
Thisis due to pressureequalizing within the refrigeratoE
CLICKS, POPS,
CRACKSend 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 icemaker, after an icemaking cycle,
you may hear the ice cubes dropping into the ice
bucket.
WHIR!
• You may hear the fans spinning at high speeds.
This happens when the refrigerator is first 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 B 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.
• You may hear the fans running after selecting
QuickFreeze" or one of the CustomCooP"settings.
WATERSOUNDS
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• The flow 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.
• Closing the door may cause a gurgling sound due to
pressure equalization.
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