Troubleshooting Tips; Normal Operating Sounds; Before You Call For Service - GE CustomStyle 22 Manuel D'utilisation

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.

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
Vibration or rattling
(slight vibration
is normal)
Icemaker (on some models). You will hear ice cubes rattle as they drop into
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the ice bin. If this is your first icemaker, you'll hear occasional sounds that may
be unfamiliar, such as the motor humming or water trickling. They are
normal icemaking sounds and are not a cause for concern.
Evaporator Fan. You may hear air being forced through the cabinet by the fan.
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Evaporator. The flow of refrigerant through the evaporator may create a boiling
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or gurgling sound.
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Defrost Heater. During defrost cycles, water dripping onto the heater may cause
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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 produce a snapping sound when
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turning the refrigerator on or off. The timer also produces a sound similar to
an electric clock.
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Plastic Liner. Cracking or popping sounds may be heard due to expansion of
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the plastic liner.
Water Valve (on models equipped with an automatic icemaker). When the
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icemaker fills with water you may hear a click, a buzzing sound or running
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water.
Water Pan. Water may be heard running into the drain pan during the
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defrost cycle.
Compressor. Modern, high efficiency compressors operate much faster
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than older models. The compressor may have a high pitched hum or
pulsating sound.
Condenser Fan. You may hear air being forced over the condenser by the fan.
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Possible Causes
Refrigerator in defrost cycle.
Fresh food control in OFF
position.
Refrigerator is unplugged.
The fuse is blown/circuit
breaker is tripped.
Front roller screws or
front leveling legs need
adjusting.
What To Do
• Wait about 40 minutes for defrost cycle to end.
• Move the fresh food control to a temperature setting.
• Push the plug completely into the outlet.
•Replace fuse or reset the breaker.
•See Leveling rollers.
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