GE Monogram All-Refrigerators and All-Freezers Refrigerator User Manual


 
21
The Problem Solver
Questions?
Use this
problem
solver!
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE
REFRIGERATOR/ May be in defrost cycle when motor does not operate for about
FREEZER DOES NOT 45 minutes.
OPERATE
Temperature control in the OFF position.
If interior light is not on, refrigerator/freezer may not be plugged in
at wall outlet.
The house fuse is blown/house circuit breaker is tripped. Replace fuse
or reset the breaker.
The Sabbath Mode Kit may be installed and operating. Turn off
the Sabbath Mode device.
MOTOR OPERATES • Normal when refrigerator/freezer is first plugged in. Wait 24 hours
FOR LONG PERIODS or the refrigerator/freezer to completely cool down.
OR CYCLES ON AND
Often occurs when large amounts of food are placed in refrigerator/
OFF FREQUENTLY
freezer. This is normal.
Door left open or package holding door open.
Hot weather or frequent door openings. This is normal.
Temperature control set at the coldest setting. See Temperature
Control.
VIBRATION OR Refrigerator may not be properly installed.
RATTLING
(Slight vibration
is normal.)
OPERATING The variable speed compressor motor.
SOUNDS
Normal fan air flow—multiple fans blow 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 door closes.
This is due to pressure equalizing within the refrigerator.
– A water dripping sound 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 sound 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.
– 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.
(Modern refrigerators
and freezers with more
storage space and a
larger freezer require
more operating time.
They start and stop
often to maintain
even temperatures.)
36” All-Refrigerator and All-Freezer Units