Maytag MBB2254GEW Refrigerator Clicking/Buzzing Problem

**ben123** · August 25th, 2011, 07:55 AM

Brand: Maytag

Age: 6-10 years

I have the somewhat typical problem of a clicking noise followed by a buzzing noise for about 19 seconds, followed by another clicking noise, then after about 2.5 minutes the cycle repeats. I know that this normally means the compressor is bad, but the strange thing is that both the fridge/freezer seem to be cool/cold. Is there anything else that I can try? From what I understand, if it is in fact the compressor, it effectively means that we need to throw away our 9-yr-old fridge, correct? We really like it and would love to avoid that. We have already cleaned behind our fridge and the intake grill for the compressor, but the clicking/buzzing cycle continues even though the food seems fine.

Thank you,
Ben

***rickgburton*** · August 25th, 2011, 08:10 AM

Does the clicking and buzzing noise sound like it's coming from the compressor? It may just be the relay/overload that's going out. Try taking it off the compressor and shake it. If it makes a rattling noise it's probably bad. Here's the one for your machine:
Overload 12555902 Order now for same day shipping. 365 day return policy. RepairClinic.com

**ben123** · August 25th, 2011, 04:22 PM

Thanks for the prompt reply! I also should've mentioned that I can get the fridge back to a fairly normal state by unplugging it for about 45 minutes to let it cool (I assume) and when I plug it back in, it seems fine again. It has then gone for a couple of weeks before starting up the buzzing/clicking cycles again. I ordered the relay/overload and hopefully that will do the trick. I am hoping that the replacement process will be pretty self-explanatory. If not and you happen to have a link for installation instructions, that would be much appreciated. Thanks again.

***rickgburton*** · August 25th, 2011, 06:16 PM

Originally Posted by ben123

I am hoping that the replacement process will be pretty self-explanatory.... installation instructions

I'm guessing you didn't bother to check the one thats on there now? It's located on the side of the compressor and pulls straight off. There might be a thin wire strap holding it on. Just remove it. Look closely at the back wall of the freezer section. Is there any frost on it anywhere?

**ben123** · November 8th, 2011, 08:33 AM

I am writing about the same fridge that I wrote about back in August! Back then we did check the relay, found a rattle in it and replaced it. The buzzing/clicking has unfortunately continued in a sporadic fashion. For the most part the refrigerator & freezer are able to maintain reasonable temperatures, but not always. Once a week or so I need to unplug the unit for 45 minutes and that usually helps it to go for a number of days without the clicking/buzzing. It is way past due, however, for me to resolve this. Is there anything else that is worth checking or would you advise to buy a new refrigerator? Thank you.

***rickgburton*** · November 8th, 2011, 09:29 AM

If you replaced the relay/overload and it's still having issues, you might have a bad compressor.

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