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The Problem Solver

• May be in defrost cycle when compressor does not operate for about 

30 minutes.

• Temperature control set at OFF.
• If interior light is not on, refrigerator may not be plugged in at 

wall outlet.

• The fuse is blown/circuit breaker is tripped. Replace fuse or reset 

the breaker.

• Normal when refrigerator is first plugged in. Wait 24 hours for 

the refrigerator to completely cool down.

• The new variable speed compressor is designed to run for longer 

periods of time to optimize efficiency and noise. You may notice 
the compressor and/or fan speeds accelerate based upon door 
openings and/or increased food loads.

• 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.

• Door left open or package holding door open.
• If either door is open for over 3 minutes, you may hear the fans 

come on in order to cool the light.

• Hot weather or frequent door openings. This is normal.
• Temperature controls set at the coldest setting. See Temperature

Controls.

• Refrigerator is so quiet, that most of the time you will hear low or no

operating noise.

• Normal fan air flow—one fan blows cold air through the 

fresh food and freezer compartments—another fan cools 
the compressor motor.

• The fans change speeds in order to provide optimal cooling and 

energy savings.

• These NORMAL sounds will also be heard from time to time:

–  You may hear a whooshing or gurgling sound when the doors close.

This is due to pressure equalizing within the refrigerator.

–  A water dripping noise may occur during the defrost cycle as ice

melts from the evaporator and flows into the drain pan.

–  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.

–  You may hear cracking or popping sounds when the refrigerator 

is first plugged in or during/after the defrost cycle. This happens as 
the refrigerator cools to the correct temperature.

–  Electronic dampers click open and closed to provide optimal cooling

and energy savings.

–  The compressor may cause a clicking or chirping sound when

attempting to restart (this could take up to 5 minutes).

–  The electronic control board may cause a clicking sound when

relays activate to control refrigerator components.

–  Ice cubes dropping into the bin and water running in pipes 

as icemaker refills.

–  The icemaker water valve will buzz when the icemaker fills 

with water.