Noises
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Normal noises What causes them
Brrrrr ... A humming noise is made by the motor (compressor). This
noise can get louder for brief periods when the motor switches
on.
Blubb, blubb ... A gurgling noise can be heard when coolant is circulating
through the pipes.
Click ... Clicking sounds are made when the thermostat switches the
motor on and off.
Sssrrrrr ... On multi-zone or frost-free appliances you can sometimes just
hear the sound of the fan inside the appliance.
Crack ... A cracking sound can be heard when materials expand inside
the appliance.
Remember that the noise of the compressor and the coolant circulating in the
system is unavoidable.
Noises that
you can easily
rectify
Possible cause Remedy
Rattling, vibrat-
ing
The appliance is uneven. Realign the appliance using a
spirit level, by raising or lower-
ing the screw feet underneath
the appliance.
The appliance is touching an-
other appliance or piece of
furniture.
Move it away.
Drawers, baskets or shelves
are unstable or sticking.
Check all removable items
and refit them correctly.
Bottles or containers are
touching each other.
Separate them.
The transport cable clips are
hanging loose at the back of
the appliance.
Remove the cable clips.
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