CELLA Normal Refrigerant Flow Sounds

Unit makes gurgling or hissing noises periodically.

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Possible Causes

Refrigerant moving through the capillary tube and evaporator, expansion and contraction of tubing, slight oil movement in lines.

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: No repair is usually required for these sounds.

  • Identify sound source: Gurgling and hissing from inside the cabinet or rear tubing during compressor operation is typically normal.
  • Check performance: If temperatures are stable and no error codes are present, consider the noise normal operation.
  • Secure tubing: If the noise is amplified by tubing touching the cabinet, gently reposition the lines away from panels.
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Repair Difficulty

Very Easy 1/5
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