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34 TROUBLESHOOTING
Noises
Symptoms
The defrost control will click when the automatic defrost cycle begins and ends.
The thermostat control (or refrigerator control on some models) will also click
Clicking
when cycling on and off.
• Normal Operation
Rattling noises may come from the flow of refrigerant or items stored on top of
or around the refrigerator.
• Normal Operation
Refrigerator is not resting solidly on the floor.
Rattling
• Floor is weak or uneven or leveling legs need to be adjusted. See the Leveling and
Door Alignment section.
Refrigerator with linear compressor was jarred while running.
• Normal Operation
Evaporator fan motor is circulating air through the refrigerator and freezer
compartments.
• Normal Operation
Whooshing
Air is being forced over the condenser by the condenser fan.
• Normal Operation
Refrigerant flowing through the cooling system.
Gurgling
• Normal Operation
Contraction and expansion of the inside walls due to changes in temperature.
Popping
• Normal Operation
Water dripping on the defrost heater during a defrost cycle.
Sizzling
• Normal Operation
If the side or back of the refrigerator is touching a cabinet or wall, some of the
normal vibrations may make an audible sound.
Vibrating
• To eliminate the noise, make sure that the sides and back cannot vibrate against any
wall or cabinet.
Water running into the drain pan during the defrost cycle.
Dripping
• Normal Operation
Your refrigerator is designed to run more efficiently to keep your food items at
the desired temperature. The high efficiency compressor may cause your new
Pulsating or
refrigerator to run longer than your old one, but it is still more energy efficient
high-pitched
than previous models. While the refrigerator is running, it is normal to hear a
sound
pulsating or high-pitched sound.
• Normal Operation
Possible Cause & Solution
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