- The normal operation of your refrigerator will cause some noises and sounds. All refrigerators have parts and components that contract or expand because of changes in temperature. When the defrost heater cycles on and off, sounds such as popping noises can be heard coming from the refrigerator/freezer.
- Your new Maytag refrigerator will probably make different sounds or noises than your previous refrigerator. Below is a list of common sounds the refrigerator might be making. Please click on each sound to learn more. Buzzing: Water valve will make a buzzing or clicking sound if the ice maker is not connected to a water supply.
Vibration Noise. CAUSE = The refrigerator may not be level on the floor. SOLUTION = Adjust the. The normal operation of your refrigerator will cause some sound. If you are concerned about the noise, check the following to determine if normal sound: Refrigerant after a defrost cycle can cause a normal tapping sound. If this is an older refrigerator or a newly occurring noise, this may not be normal and would require service to diagnose. One reason your refrigerator would click would be a compressor overload caused by a dirty condenser coil. The clicking sound is the compressor shutting itself down on the overload. The condenser coil is located near the compressor, either on the rear or bottom of the refrigerator.
1. SQUEAKING OR RATTLING
Kitchenaid Refrigerator Popping Noise
A squeak or rattle that comes from inside your fridge is likely caused by the circulation fan, which can be accessed through the interior panel at the back of the main compartment. Damage, corrosion, and debris can prevent this fan from circulating properly, warm up the fridge, and cause noisy operation. You may be able to clean it out or a replacement fan may be needed.
2. BUZZING OR HUMMING
Refrigerators usually buzz or hum very quietly, but there may be an issue if these sounds become louder than conversation level. Buzzing could be something as simple as an internal light bulb reaching the end of its lifespan, or it could indicate an issue with the compressor—especially if the noise is loud or accompanied by a knocking sound.
3. RAPID TAPPING
Kitchenaid Refrigerator Popping Noise
A squeak or rattle that comes from inside your fridge is likely caused by the circulation fan, which can be accessed through the interior panel at the back of the main compartment. Damage, corrosion, and debris can prevent this fan from circulating properly, warm up the fridge, and cause noisy operation. You may be able to clean it out or a replacement fan may be needed.
2. BUZZING OR HUMMING
Refrigerators usually buzz or hum very quietly, but there may be an issue if these sounds become louder than conversation level. Buzzing could be something as simple as an internal light bulb reaching the end of its lifespan, or it could indicate an issue with the compressor—especially if the noise is loud or accompanied by a knocking sound.
3. RAPID TAPPING
This kind of noise could be caused by ice building up around the fan. A manual defrost will get rid of the noise, but it won't address the original cause of the buildup. The noise is likely to return once the ice accumulates again, so a service appointment may be your best option.
4. CLICKING
Frigidaire Refrigerator Popping Noise
The occasional sound of quiet clicking is normal; it's usually the thermostat or defrost timer turning on and off. But a loud click is something else. If your fridge is too warm on the inside, there may be an issue with the condenser coil or start relay. The former can be addressed by cleaning; the latter may require a replacement part. Clicking could also mean that an icemaker has been incorrectly hooked up, especially if the clicks happen regularly.
