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52 TROUBLESHOOTING
Noises
Problem Possible Cause Solutions
Clicking
The defrost control will click when
the automatic defrost cycle begins
and ends. The thermostat control
(or refrigerator control on some
models) will also click when cycling
on and off.
Normal Operation
Rattling
Rattling noises may come from the
ow of refrigerant, the water line on
the back of the unit, or items stored
on top of or around the refrigerator.
Normal Operation
Refrigerator is not resting solidly on
the oor.
Floor is weak or uneven or leveling legs need to be
adjusted. See the Leveling and Door Alignment section.
Refrigerator with linear compressor
was jarred while running.
Normal Operation
Whooshing
Evaporator fan motor is circulating
air through the refrigerator and
freezer compartments.
Normal Operation
Air is being forced over the
condenser by the condenser fan.
Normal Operation
Gurgling
Refrigerant owing through the
cooling system.
Normal Operation
Popping
Contraction and expansion of the
inside walls due to changes in
temperature.
Normal Operation
Sizzling
Water dripping on the defrost heater
during a defrost cycle.
Normal Operation
Vibrating
If the side or back of the refrigerator
is touching a cabinet or wall, some
of the normal vibrations may make
an audible sound.
To eliminate the noise, make sure that the sides and
back cannot vibrate against any wall or cabinet.
Dripping
Water running into the drain pan
during the defrost cycle.
Normal Operation
Pulsating or
high-pitched
sound
Your refrigerator is designed to run
more efciently to keep your food
items at the desired temperature.
The high efciency compressor
may cause your new refrigerator
to run longer than your old one,
but it is still more energy efcient
than previous models. While the
refrigerator is running, it is normal
to hear a pulsating or high-pitched
sound.
Normal Operation
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