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Noises

Clicking

Cause

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 when cycling on and off.

Solution

  • Normal Operation

Rattling

Cause

Rattling noises may come from the flow of refrigerant, the water line on the back of the unit, or items stored on top of or around the refrigerator.

Solution

  • Normal Operation

Cause

Refrigerator is not resting solidly on the floor.

Solution

  • Floor is weak or uneven or leveling legs need to be adjusted. See the Leveling and Door Alignment section.

Cause

Refrigerator with linear compressor was jarred while running.

Solution

  • Normal Operation

Whooshing

Cause

Evaporator fan motor is circulating air through the refrigerator and freezer compartments.

Solution

  • Normal Operation

Cause

Air is being forced over the condenser by the condenser fan.

Solution

  • Normal Operation

Gurgling

Cause

Refrigerant flowing through the cooling system.

Solution

  • Normal Operation

Popping

Cause

Contraction and expansion of the inside walls due to changes in temperature.

Solution

  • Normal Operation

Sizzling

Cause

Water dripping on the defrost heater during a defrost cycle.

Solution

  • Normal Operation

Vibrating

Cause

If the side or back of the refrigerator is touching a cabinet or wall, some of the normal vibrations may make an audible sound.

Solution

  • To eliminate the noise, make sure that the sides and back cannot vibrate against any wall or cabinet.

Dripping

Cause

Water running into the drain pan during the defrost cycle.

Solution

  • Normal Operation

Pulsating or high- pitched sound

Cause

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 refrigerator to run longer than your old one, but it is still more energy efficient than previous models. While the refrigerator is running, it is normal to hear a pulsating or high-pitched sound.

Solution

  • Normal Operation