My Frigidaire Freezer Has High-Pitched Noises

When Freezer Is On

• When the freezer is on and the compressor is running, you can hear a high-pitched noise. This is because the compressor is heavy duty and works hard to keep the large capacity of the freezer cool. The noise is a result of the compressor cooling the freezer and is normal. You cannot do anything about this noise.

When Freezer Starts

• At the start of the “On” cycle, the pressures the freezer operates at are higher. As a result, you can hear a high-pitched noise coming from the compressor. While it is a normal sound, it is also just a temporary one. As the freezer continues to run, the sound can disappear completely or lower considerably.

When Door Closes

• After closing the door of the freezer, you are likely to hear a high-pitched whooshing type of noise. This is a common noise that only occurs when the door is closed. It is a result of the freezer sealing the connection between the door and the unit while trying to equalize the inside pressure. You cannot do anything about this normal noise.

Not Level

• If your freezer is not sitting level, it can cause a high-pitched noise as it vibrates in place or up against something, particularly metal. You can adjust the freezer so that it is level. The four legs on the bottom of it are adjustable. Turn each leg to the right to lower or to the left to raise that leg. You may need someone to help you lift up the freezer so that you can access the legs.

Popping or Cracking

• As the freezer cools, you can sometime hear a popping or cracking noise that is high pitched. The noise is a result of the freezer walls expanding and contracting while cooling. This noise is most common when the freezer is first installed as well as when a large amount of items are added to the freezer. You can also hear it if you have had the door open for a prolonged period of time before shutting it. The noise is normal but does not last long.