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GE Profile Side-by-side Loud Bang / Backfire Sound


John R

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Hi, 

I have a 15 year old GE Profile Side-by-side that makes a very loud bang / backfire sound when the compressor shuts off. It seems to cool ok, but the noise is very loud and can't be good. 

I have read about cleaning out dust and build-up, and attempted that, but so far that has not worked for me. I don't know if I need to clean out the fridge, angle it back and get at it from underneath. 

Any suggestions? 

Thanks - John 

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Your refrigerator's compressor may have a loose mounting or it may be loose on the inside and need to be replaced. I have seen them run for a long time like that but from your description the noise is unacceptable.  I would check the 4 rubber feet  on the compressor and anything else that might be rattling around. If you  don't see anything, start shopping for a new refrigerator. 

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Thanks! 

Its been doing this for over a year, started soft and getting louder and louder. Now it can wake you up at night. 

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On 4/25/2019 at 8:21 PM, Cjmra said:

Sounds like the death rattle.  Compressor getting worse.  

Even though it only makes noise when it shuts off? It's totally silent when it runs.

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