LG GLC8839SC, Owner'S Manual

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35 TROUBLESHOOTING
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Problem Possible Causes Solutions
Frost or ice
crystals on frozen
food (inside of
sealed package). Condensation from food with a
high water content has frozen
inside of the food package. This is normal for food items with a high water
content.
Food has been left in the freezer
for a long period of time. Do not store food items with high water content
in the freezer for a long period of time.
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 flow 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 floor. Floor is weak or uneven or leveling legs need to
be adjusted. See the 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 flowing 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