It is unlikely that even if it were in
perfect condition, your refrigerator would be silent. However, there
are many sounds that can indicate an issue with your fridge. Keep
reading to learn about potential reasons and then contact American Appliance Repair
at 800-640-9934 if you are in need of refrigerator
repair or maintenance.
Grinding and/or Clattering is Often an Issue with
Your Ice Maker
One of the most common things that
people worry about is a sound of grinding or clattering. This
generally comes out of the ice maker. The fact is simple: Ice cubes
can be noisy, especially when they are falling into a cold, hollow,
plastic tray. The machinery that actually makes the ice also moves,
which can cause additional noise.
If the grinding and/or clattering is occasional, then it is likely just your ice maker making ice. If it is louder, the sound is jagged, or it has started when it used to be silent, then it may be time to take out your ice maker and clean it. If that and a defrost cycle doesn’t fix the issue, contact American Appliance Repair at 800-640-9934 for help.
A Broken Fan Can Cause Rattling and Clacking
If you hear a rattle, whether it is
constant or comes and goes, this could be an issue with your fan that
has broken or become loose on its motor shaft. The job of the fan is
to keep the temperature even within your refrigerator by moving cold
air around. If it is an issue with the fan, you will also likely
notice that the air is not flowing well, there is frost built up, and
other signs. This is a situation that warrants a call to your local
appliance repair
company.
A Worn Out Motor or Condenser May Make Whining or
Whirring Sounds
It is often the case that a whine or
high-pitched sound from a refrigerator is caused by a malfunction
with the motor or electricity. A motor is likely to whine when it is
not in alignment and when it is grinding against something that
causes resistance. If too much power goes through a low-power
circuit, electricity can make a whining sound.
This is another issue that requires the help of professionals. It may be that a deep cleaning can fix it but in most cases, it will be time to replace apart. The good news is that at American Appliance Repair, we have access to high-quality parts and provide expert installation. Call us now at 800-640-9934 and we can get started.
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