GE GTE21GTHBB Manuel D'utilisation Et D'installation page 22

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.
HUMMM...
WHOOSH...
■ 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.
You may hear a whooshing sound when the doors close.
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This is due to pressure equalizing within the refrigerator.
CLICKS, POPS,
CRACKS and CHIRPS
You may hear cracking or popping sounds when the
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refrigerator is first plugged in. This happens as the
refrigerator cools to the correct temperature.
The compressor may cause a clicking or chirping
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sound when attempting to restart (this could take
up to 5 minutes).
■ Expansion and contraction of cooling coils during and
after defrost can cause a cracking or popping sound.
■ On models with an icemaker, after an icemaking cycle,
you may hear the ice cubes dropping into
the ice bucket.
■ On models with a dispenser, during water dispense,
you may hear the water lines move at initial dispense
and after dispenser button is released.
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■ 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.
WATER 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
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cycle as ice melts from the evaporator and flows into
the drain pan.
Closing the door may cause a gurgling sound due to
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pressure equalization.