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• You may hear cracking or popping sounds
when the appliance is first plugged in. This
happens as the appliance cools to the
correct temperature.
• The electronic control board may cause
a clicking sound when relays activate to
control appliance components.
• Expansion and contraction of cooling coils
during and after defrost can cause cracking
or popping sounds.
• 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.
• A water dripping noise may occur during
the defrost cycle as ice melts from the
evaporator and flows into the drain pan.
• Closing the door may cause a gurgling
sound due to pressure equalization.
Normal
operating
sounds
Newer appliances sound different from older appliances. Modern appliances have more features
and use newer technology.
CLICKS, POPS,
CRACKS and CHIRPS
Do you hear what I hear? These sounds are normal.
WATER SOUNDS
HUMMM...
WHOOSH...
• The new high efficiency compressor may run
faster and longer than your old appliance
and you may hear a high-pitched hum or
pulsating sound while it is operating.
• Sometimes the appliance runs for an
extended period, especially when the doors
are opened frequently.
• You may hear a whooshing sound when
the doors close. This is due to pressure
equalizing within the appliance.
• The interior fan runs continuously except
when the door is opened.
• You may hear the fans spinning at high
speeds. This happens when the appliance
is first plugged in, when the door is opened
frequently or when a large amount of food
is added to the appliance. The fans help
maintain desired temperatures.
• If the door is open for over 3 minutes, you
may hear the fans come on in order to cool
the light bulbs.
• The fans change speeds in order to provide
optimal cooling and energy savings.
The Problem Solver
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