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NORMAL OPERATING SOUNDS
These sounds are normal and are due mostly to high efficient operation.
Reversing the Door Swing
Normal Operating Sounds
Compressor
Modern, high efficiency
compressors operate
much faster than older
models. The compressor
may have a high pitched
hum or pulsating sound.
Evaporator Fan
You may hear air being
forced through the
cabinet by the fan.
Water Valve
(on models equipped with
an automatic icemaker)
When the icemaker fills
with water, a buzzing
sound and running water
will be heard.
Water Pan
Water may be heard
running into the drain pan
during defrost cycle.
Cold Control
& Defrost Timer
These parts can produce
a snapping sound when
turning the refrigerator
on or off. The timer also
produces a sound similar
to an electric clock.
Condenser Fan
You may hear air
being forced over the
condenser by the fan.
Defrost Heater
During defrost cycles,
water dripping onto the
heater may cause a
hissing or sizzling sound.
After defrosting, a
popping sound may
occur and the evaporator
may create a boiling or
gurgling sound.
Evaporator
The flow of refrigerant
through the evaporator
may create a boiling or
gurgling sound.
Icemaker
(on some models)
Occasionally you will
hear ice cubes dropping
into the ice bin.
Plastic Liner
Cracking or popping
sounds due to expansion
of the plastic liner.
Depending on the placement of the refrigerator in your kitchen, you
may want to place a piece of rubber backed carpet under the
refrigerator to reduce the noise.