Normal Operating Sounds; Before You Call For Service - GE 16 Owner's Manual And Installation Instructions
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Normal operating sounds.
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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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.
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You may hear a whooshing sound when the doors close.
This is due to pressure equalizing within the refrigerator.
CLICKS, POPS,
CRACKS and CHIRPS
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You may hear cracking or popping sounds when the
refrigerator is first plugged in. This happens as the
refrigerator cools to the correct temperature.
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The compressor may cause a clicking or chirping sound
when attempting to restart (this could take
up to 5 minutes).
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Expansion and contraction of cooling coils during and
after defrost can cause a cracking or popping sound.
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On models with an icemaker, after an icemaking cycle, you
may hear the ice cubes dropping into the ice bucket.
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.
Problem
Refrigerator does not
operate
Vibration or rattling (slight
vibration is normal)
Fresh food or freezer
compartment too warm
HUMMM...
WHOOSH...
Possible Causes
Refrigerator in defrost cycle.
Temperature control dial
in 0 position.
Refrigerator is unplugged.
The fuse is blown/circuit
breaker is tripped.
Roller screws or leveling legs
need adjusting.
Temperature control dial
not set cold enough.
Warm weather or frequent
door openings.
Door left open.
Package blocking air duct in
freezer compartment.
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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.
WATER SOUNDS
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The flow of refrigerant through the freezer cooling coils
may make a gurgling noise like boiling water.
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Water dropping on the defrost heater can cause a sizzling,
popping or buzzing sound during the defrost cycle.
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A water dripping noise may occur during the defrost cycle as
ice melts from the evaporator and flows into the drain pan.
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Closing the door may cause a gurgling sound due to
pressure equalization.
For additional information on normal
icemaker operating sounds, see the
About the automatic icemaker section.
What To Do
• Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cycle to end.
• Move the temperature control dial to a temperature
setting.
• Push the plug completely into the outlet.
• Replace fuse or reset the breaker.
• See Rollers and Leveling Legs.
• See About the temperature control dial.
• Set the temperature control dial one step colder.
See About the temperature control dial.
• Check to see if package is holding door open.
• Check to see if package is blocking air duct in freezer
compartment.
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