PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
REFRIGERATOR DOES
NOT OPERATE
May be in defrost cycle when compressor does not operate for about 30
minutes.
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If interior light is not on, refrigerator may not be plugged in at wall outlet.
The fuse is blown/circuit breaker is tripped. Replace fuse or reset the breaker.
MOTOR OPERATES FOR
LONG PERIODS OR
CYCLES ON AND OFF
FREQUENTLY
(Modern refrigerators
with more storage
space and a larger
freezer require more
operating time. They
start and stop often
to maintain even
temperatures.)
Normal when refrigerator is first plugged in. Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator
to completely cool down.
The new variable speed compressor is designed to run for longer periods of
time to optimize efficiency and noise. You may notice the compressor and/
or fan speeds accelerate based upon door openings and/or increased food
loads.
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 or freezer compartments.
The fans are helping to maintain the correct temperatures.
Door left open or package holding door open.
If either door is open for over 3 minutes, you may hear the fans come on in
order to cool the light.
Hot weather or frequent door openings. This is normal.
Temperature controls set at the coldest setting. See Temperature Controls.
THUMPING SOUND
WHEN DOOR IS CLOSED
This is a normal operating sound.
The mechanism that closes the door makes a slight thumping sound as it
passes over its lever point, at approximately 80 degrees.
Closing the door slowly will minimize the sound.
OPERATING SOUNDS
Refrigerator is so quiet, that most of the time you will hear low or no operating
noise.
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The fans change speeds in order to provide optimal cooling and energy
savings.
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– You may hear a whooshing or gurgling sound when the doors close. This is
due to pressure equalizing within the refrigerator.
– A water dripping noise may occur during the defrost cycle as ice melts
from the evaporator and flows into the drain pan.
– The flow of refrigerant through the freezer cooling coils may make a
gurgling noise like boiling water.
– Water dropping on the defrost heater can cause a sizzling, popping or
buzzing sound during the defrost cycle.
– You may hear cracking or popping sounds when the refrigerator is
first plugged in or during/after the defrost cycle. This happens as the
refrigerator cools to the correct temperature.
– Electronic dampers click open and closed to provide optimal cooling and
energy savings.
– The compressor may cause a clicking or chirping sound when attempting
to restart (this could take up to 5 minutes).
– The electronic control board may cause a clicking sound when relays
activate to control refrigerator components.
– Ice cubes dropping into the bin and water running in pipes as icemaker
refills.
– The icemaker water valve will buzz when the icemaker fills with water.
VIBRATION OR
RATTLING (Slight
vibration is normal.)
Refrigerator may not be properly installed.
INTERIOR LIGHT DOES
NOT WORK
No power at outlet.
Light bulb needs replacing. See Care and Cleaning.
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