Arctic Wind Refrigerator: Abnormal Noise or Vibration (Models Outside the Named Lines)

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is it louder at night?

Nothing has changed in the machine; the room is quieter. Compare it against another time of day before assuming the noise is getting worse.

How long should the checks take?

Levelling and clearance take about a quarter of an hour. Clearing the condenser compartment takes about the same again, and a full defrost needs the cabinet empty for half a day.

The noise stopped on its own. Is it fixed?

Probably not. Noises that come and go usually track the defrost or cooling cycle, so make a note of when it returns rather than assuming it has gone.

Is it worth repairing an older cabinet?

It depends entirely on which cause it turns out to be. The cheap causes here are the common ones; get the cause named before you decide anything.

Will moving the refrigerator make it worse?

Moving it to reach the back is fine if you walk it rather than drag it, and level it again afterwards. Leaving it tilted is what makes a rattle worse.