Normal Operating Sounds; Before You Call For Service; Troubleshooting Tips; Possible Causes - GE 18 Série Manuel D'utilisation

Normal operating sounds.

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 noise.
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These sounds are normal
and are due mostly to highly
efficient operation.

Before you call for service...

Troubleshooting Tips

Save time and money! Review the charts on the following
pages first and you may not need to call for service.
Problem
Refrigerator does not
operate
Vibration or rattling
(slight vibration
is normal)
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Icemaker (on some models).
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into the ice bin. If this is your first icemaker, you'll hear occasional sounds
that may be unfamiliar. They are normal icemaking sounds and are not a
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cause for concern.
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Evaporator Fan. You may hear air being forced through the cabinet by the fan.
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Evaporator. The flow of refrigerant through the evaporator may create a
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boiling or gurgling sound.
Defrost Heater. During defrost cycles, water dripping onto the heater may
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cause a hissing or sizzling sound. After defrosting, a popping sound may occur
and the evaporator may create a boiling or gurgling sound.
Cold Control & Defrost Timer. These parts can produce a snapping sound when
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turning the refrigerator on or off. The timer also produces a sound similar to
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an electric clock.
Plastic Liner. Cracking or popping sounds due to expansion of the
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plastic liner.
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Water Valve (on models equipped with an automatic icemaker). When the
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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 the
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defrost cycle.
Compressor. Modern, high efficiency compressors operate much faster
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than older models. The compressor may have a high pitched hum or
pulsating sound.
Condenser Fan. You may hear air being forced over the condenser by the fan.
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Possible Causes

Refrigerator in defrost cycle.
Fresh food control in OFF
position.
Refrigerator is unplugged.
The fuse is blown/circuit
breaker is tripped.
Rollers need adjusting.
Occasionally you will hear ice cubes dropping
What To Do
• Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cycle to end.
• Move the fresh food control to a temperature setting.
• Push the plug completely into the outlet.
• Replace fuse or reset the breaker.
• See Rollers.