Use and Care Guide

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Newer refrigerators sound different from older refrigerators.
Modern refrigerators have more features and use newer technology.
HUMMM...
WHOOSH...
Ŷ 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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close. This is due to pressure equalizing within the
refrigerator.
Ŷ 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.
Ŷ The fans change speeds in order to provide optimal
cooling and energy savings.
CLICKS, POPS,
CRACKS and SNAPS
Ŷ You may hear cracking or popping sounds when
the refrigerator is first plugged in. This happens as
the refrigerator cools to the correct temperature.
Ŷ Expansion and contraction of cooling coils during
and after defrost can cause a cracking or popping
sound.
Ŷ On models with an icemaker, after an ice making
cycle, you may hear the ice cubes dropping into the
ice bucket.
Ŷ On models with a dispenser, during water dispense,
you may hear the water lines move at initial
dispense and after dispenser button is released.
WATER SOUNDS
Ŷ The flow of refrigerant through the cooling coils may
make a gurgling noise like boiling water.
Ŷ Water dropping on the defrost heater can cause
a sizzling, popping or buzzing sound during the
defrost cycle.
Ŷ A water dripping noise may occur during the defrost
cycle as ice melts from the evaporator and flows
into the drain pan.
Ŷ Closing the door may cause a gurgling sound due to
pressure equalization.
Do you hear what I hear? These conditions are normal.
Normal Operating Conditions.
Troubleshooting Tips... Before you call for service
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service.
Problem Possible Causes What to Do
Refrigerator does not operate Refrigerator in defrost cycle. Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cycle to end.
Either or both controls set to OFF. Set the controls to a lower temperature setting.
Refrigerator is unplugged. Push the plug completely into the outlet.
The fuse is blown/circuit breaker is
tripped.
Replace fuse or reset the breaker.
Refrigerator is in showroom mode. Unplug the refrigerator and plug it back in.
Vibration or rattling (slight vibration is
normal)
Leveling legs need adjusting. See Level the refrigerator.
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS: Normal Operating Conditions