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49-1000364 Rev. 1 25
Normal Operating Conditions.
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS: Normal Operating Conditions
Newer refrigerators sound different from older refrigerators. Modern refrigerators have more features and
use newer technology.
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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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Sometimes the refrigerator runs for an extended
period, especially when the doors are opened
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improve food preservation.
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You may hear a whooshing sound when the doors
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refrigerator.
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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
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maintain the correct temperatures.
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hear the fans come on in order to cool the light bulbs.
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The fans change speeds in order to provide optimal
cooling and energy savings.
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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Electronic dampers click open and closed to provide
optimal cooling and energy savings.
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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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The electronic control board may cause a clicking
sound when relays activate to control refrigerator
components.
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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.
WATER SOUNDS
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coils may make a gurgling noise like boiling water.
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Water dropping on the defrost heater can cause a
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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
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