Normal operating sounds, Do you hear what i hear? these sounds are normal – Fagor FQ8965X User Manual
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NORMAL OPERATING SOUNDS
Newer refrigerators sound different from older refrigerators. Modern refrigerators have more features and use newer technology.
Do you hear what I hear? These sounds are normal.
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�
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� You may hear
a whooshing sound when the doors close� This is due to
pressure equalizing within the refrigerator�
You may hear cracking or popping sounds when the
refrigerator is first plugged in� 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� Expansion and contraction of cooling coils
during and after defrost can cause a cracking or popping
sound� On models with an ice maker, after an ice making
cycle, you may hear the ice cubes dropping into the ice
bucket�
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�
If either 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 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�