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Sound and Noise
Louder sound levels • • This is normal. When the surrounding noise
whenever freezer is on. level is low, you might hear the compressor
running while it cools the interior.
Longer sound levels • • This is normal. Sound will level off or disappear
when compressor as freezer continues to run.
comes on.
Popping or cracking • • This is normal. Sound will level off or disappear
sound when compressor as freezer continues to run.
comes on.
Bubbling or gurgling • • This is normal.
sound, like water boiling.
Vibrating or rattling • • Level the unit. Refer to "Leveling" in the
noise. "Installation" Section.
Water/Moisture/Frost Inside
Moisture forms on inside •
freezer walls.
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Modern freezers have increased
storage capacity and more
stable temperatures. They
require a high efficiency
compressor.
Freezer operates at higher
pressures during the start of the
ON cycle.
Metal parts undergo expansion
and contraction, as in hot water
pipes.
Refrigerant (used to cool
freezer) is circulating throughout
the system.
Freezer is not level. It rocks
on the floor when it is moved
slightly.
Floor is uneven or weak. Freezer
rocks on floor when it is moved
slightly.
Freezer is touching the wall.
Freezer
Weather is hot and humid, which
increases internal rate of frost
build-up.
Door may not be seating
properly.
Door is kept open too long, or is
opened too frequently.
Ensure floor can adequately support freezer.
Level the freezer by putting wood or metal
shims under part of the freezer.
Relevel the freezer or move freezer slightly.
Refer to "Leveling" in the "Installation"
Section.
• This is normal.
• See"Door Problems" in the "Before You Call"
Section.
• Open the door less often.
Water/Moisture/Frost Outside Freezer
Moisture forms on • Door may not be sealing ]-, See "Door Problems" in the "BeforeYou Call"
outside of freezer, properly, causing the cold air / Section.
from inside the freezer to meet
warm moist air from outside.
Odor in Freezer
Odors in freezer. • Interior needs to be cleaned. ]-, Clean interior with sponge, warm water, and
/
baking soda.
• Foods with strong odors are in • Cover the food tightly.
the freezer.
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