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The motor seems to run High efficiency compressor and fans This is normal. Larger, more efficient refrigerators run longer.
too much
The room or outdoor temperature is It is normal for the refrigerator to work longer under these
hot conditions. For optimum performance, place the refrigerator
in an indoor, temperature controlled environment. See
"Location Requirements."
A large amount of warm food has Warm food will cause the refrigerator to run longer until the
been recently added air cools to the desired temperature.
The door(s) are opened too frequently Warm air entering the refrigerator causes it to run more.
or for too long Open the door less often.
The refrigerator door or freezer drawer Make sure the refrigerator is level. See "Door Closing and
is ajar Door Alignment." Keep food and containers from blocking
the door.
The refrigerator control is set too cold Adjust the refrigerator control to a less cold setting until the
refrigerator temperature is as desired. See "Using the
Controls."
The door or drawer gasket is dirty, Clean or change the gasket. Leaks in the door seal will cause
worn or cracked the refrigerator to run longer in order to maintain desired
temperatures.
The lights do not work A light bulb is loose in the socket or Tighten or replace the light bulb. See "Changing the Light
burned out Bulbs."
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The refrigerator seems The compressor in your new refrigerator regulates
noisy temperature more efficiently while using less energy, and
Below are listed some normal operates quietly. Due to the reduction in operating noise you
sounds with explanations, may notice more intermittent noises.
Sound of the compressor High efficiency compressor and fans This is normal. Larger, more efficient
running longer than expected refrigerators run longer.
Pulsating/Whirring Fans/compressor adjusting to optimize performance during This is normal.
normal compressor operation
Popping Contraction/expansion of inside walls, especially during This is normal.
initial cool-down
Hissing/Dripping Flow of refrigerant, or flow of oil in the compressor This is normal.
Vibration The refrigerator may not be steady Adjust the leveling screws and lower
the leveling foot firmly against the
floor. See "Door Closing and Door
Alignment."
Rattling/Banging Movement of the water lines against the refrigerator cabinet, Move excess water line away from the
or of items placed on top of the refrigerator cabinet refrigerator cabinet or fasten excess
tubing to the cabinet. See
"Connecting the Water," or remove
items from the top of the refrigerator.
Sizzling Water dripping on the heater during defrost cycle This is normal.
Water running/Gurgling May be heard when ice melts during the defrost cycle and This is normal.
water runs into the drain pan
Buzzing Heard when the water valve opens to fill the ice maker This is normal.
Creaking/Cracking May be heard as ice is being ejected from the ice maker This is normal.
mold
Ker-plunk May be heard when the ice falls into the ice storage bin This is normal.
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