GE ZIDS240WSS Owners Manual - Page 13
CLICKS, POPS, CRACKS and CHIRPS, WATER SOUNDS, Do you hear what I hear? These sounds are normal.
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Normal operating sounds The Problem Solver Double-Drawer Refrigerator Newer appliances sound different from older appliances. Modern appliances 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 appliance and you may hear a high-pitched hum or pulsating sound while it is operating. • Sometimes the appliance runs for an extended period, especially when the drawers are opened frequently. • You may hear a whooshing sound when the drawers close. This is due to pressure equalizing within the appliance. • The cabinet fan runs continuously except when the drawer is opened. • You may hear the fans spinning at high speeds. This happens when the appliance is first plugged in, when the drawer is opened frequently or when a large amount of food is added to the appliance. The fans help maintain desired temperatures. • If the drawer is open for over 3 minutes, you may hear the fans come on in order to cool the light bulbs. • The fans change speeds in order to provide optimal cooling and energy savings. CLICKS, POPS, CRACKS and CHIRPS • You may hear cracking or popping sounds when the appliance is first plugged in. This happens as the appliance cools to the correct temperature. • Electronic dampers click open and closed to provide optimal cooling and energy savings. • The electronic control board may cause a clicking sound when relays activate to control appliance components. • Expansion and contraction of cooling coils during and after defrost can cause a cracking or popping sound. 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 cycle as ice melts from the evaporator and flows into the drain pan. • Closing the drawer may cause a gurgling sound due to pressure equalization. 13