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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS
Pulsating/Whirring Fans/compressor adjusting to optimize performance
during normal compressor operation
This is normal.
Popping Contraction/expansion of inside walls, especially during
initial cool-down
This is normal.
Hissing/Dripping Flow of refrigerant, or ow of oil in the compressor This is normal.
Vibration The refrigerator may not be steady Adjust the leveling screws and lower the
leveling foot rmly against the oor. See
“Door Closing and Door Alignment.”
Rattling/Banging Movement of the water lines against the refrigerator
cabinet, or of items placed on top of the refrigerator
cabinet
Move excess water line away from the
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 water runs into the drain pan
This is normal.
Buzzing and Clicking Heard when the water valve opens and closes to
dispense water and/or ll the ice maker.
If the refrigerator is connected to a water
line, this is normal.
If the refrigerator is not connected to a water
line, turn off the ice maker.
Repetitive Clicking Dual evaporator valve regulating the cooling operation You may hear rapid repetitive clicking
sounds as the unit switches from cooling
one compartment to cooling the other. This
sound is normal.
Creaking/Cracking/Grinding May be heard as ice is being ejected from the ice maker
mold
This is normal.
Clatter May be heard when the ice falls into the ice storage bin This is normal.
Temperature and Moisture
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS
Temperature is too warm The refrigerator has just been
installed.
Allow 24 hours following installation for the
refrigerator to cool completely.
Cooling is turned off. Turn on cooling. See “Using the Controls.”
The controls are not set correctly
for the surrounding conditions.
Adjust the controls a setting colder. Check the
temperature in 24 hours. See “Using the Controls.”
The door(s) are opened often or not
closed completely.
Allows warm air to enter refrigerator. Minimize door
openings and keep doors fully closed.
A large load of food was recently
added.
Allow several hours for refrigerator to return to
normal temperature.
Troubleshooting
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