Normal Operating Sounds - GE 18 Owner's Manual

Normal operating sounds.

Depending on the placement of the refrigerator in your kitchen,
you may want to place a piece of rubber backed carpet under the
refrigerator to reduce noise.
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These sounds are normal
and are due mostly to highly
efficient operation.
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Icemaker (on some models). Occasionally you
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will hear ice cubes dropping into the ice bin.
If this is your first icemaker, you'll hear
occasional sounds that may be unfamiliar.
They are normal icemaking sounds and are
not a cause for concern.
2 Evaporator Fan. You may hear air being
forced through the cabinet by the fan.
Evaporator. The flow of refrigerant through
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the evaporator may create a boiling or
gurgling sound.
Defrost Heater. During defrost cycles, water
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dripping onto the heater may cause a
hissing or sizzling sound. After defrosting,
a popping sound may occur and the
evaporator may create a boiling or gurgling
sound.
Cold Control & Defrost Timer. These parts can
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produce a snapping sound when turning
the refrigerator on or off. The timer also
produces a sound similar to an electric
clock.
Plastic Liner. Cracking or popping sounds
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due to expansion of the plastic liner.
Water Valve (on models equipped with an
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automatic icemaker). When the icemaker fills
with water, a buzzing sound and running
water will be heard.
Water Pan. Water may be heard running into
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the drain pan during the defrost cycle.
Compressor. Modern, high efficiency
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compressors operate much faster than older
models. The compressor may have a high
pitched hum or pulsating sound.
10 Condenser Fan. You may hear air being
forced over the condenser by the fan.