GE PSE26KSESS, Use And Care Manual

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Normal operating sounds.
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Newer refrigerators sound different from older
refrigerators. Modern refrigerators have more features
and use newer technology.
HUMMM...
WHOOSH...
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The new high efficiency compressor may run faster and
longer than your old refrigerator and you may hear a
high-pitched hum or pulsating sound while
it is operating.
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Sometimes the refrigerator runs for an extended period,
especially when the doors are opened frequently. This
means that the Frost Guard
™
feature is working to prevent
freezer burn and improve food preservation.
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You may hear a whooshing sound when the doors close.
This is due to pressure equalizing within the refrigerator.
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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.
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If either door is open for over 3 minutes, you may hear
the fans come on in order to cool the light bulbs.
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The fans change speeds in order to provide optimal
cooling and energy savings.
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You may hear the fans running after selecting
QuickFreeze
™
or one of the CustomCool
™
settings.
CLICKS, POPS,
CRACKS and CHIRPS
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You may hear cracking or popping sounds when
the refrigerator is first plugged in. This happens as
the refrigerator cools to the correct temperature.
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Electronic dampers click open and closed to provide
optimal cooling and energy savings.
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The compressor may cause a clicking or chirping sound
when attempting to restart (this could take
up to 5 minutes).
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The electronic control board may cause a clicking sound
when relays activate to control refrigerator components.
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Expansion and contraction of cooling coils during and
after defrost can cause a cracking or popping sound.
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On models with an ice maker, after an icemaking cycle,
you may hear the ice cubes dropping into the ice bucket.
WATER SOUNDS
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The flow of refrigerant through the freezer cooling coils
may make a gurgling noise like boiling water.
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Water dropping on the defrost heater can cause a
sizzling, popping or buzzing sound during the defrost
cycle.
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A water dripping noise may occur during the defrost
cycle as ice melts from the evaporator and flows into
the drain pan.
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Closing the door may cause a gurgling sound due to
pressure equalization.
Do you hear what I hear? These sounds are normal.
For additional information on normal ice
maker and dispenser operating sounds,
see the
About the automatic ice maker
and About the ice and water dispenser
sections.