Hotpoint HSS25GFTWW Installation Instructions - Page 14

Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions 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. The new high efficiency compressor runs faster and will have a higher pitch hum or pulsating sound while operating. The fan circulating air inside the freezer which keeps the temperatures throughout. Water dropping on the defrost heater causing a sizzling, hissing or popping sound during the defrost cycle. The flow of refrigerant through the freezer cooling coils sounds like boiling water or a gurgling noise. Cracking or popping of cooling coils caused by expansion and contraction during defrost and refrigeration following defrost. Water dripping as it melts from the evaporator and flows to the drain pan during the defrost cycle. Icemaker (on some models) The icemaker water valve will buzz when the icemaker fills with water. If the power switch is in the ON position it will buzz even if it has not yet been hooked up to water. Keeping the power switch in the ON position before it is hooked up to water can damage the icemaker. To prevent this, slide the power switch to the OFF position. This will stop the buzzing. The sound of cubes dropping into the bin and water running in pipes as icemaker refills. These sounds are normal and are due mostly to highly efficient operation. Before you call for service... Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. Problem Refrigerator does not operate Refrigerator or freezer compartment too warm 14 Possible Causes Refrigerator in defrost cycle. Freezer control in 0 (off) position. Refrigerator is unplugged. The fuse is blown/circuit breaker is tripped. Temperature control not set cold enough. Warm weather or frequent door openings. Door left open. What To Do • Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cycle to end. • Move the freezer control to a lower temperature setting. • Push the plug completely into the outlet. •Replace fuse or reset the breaker. • See About the controls. • Set the temperature control one step colder. See About the controls. • Check to see if package is holding door open.