ZISS420DRAS GE Monogram refrigerator compressor rattling

[greg9840]

Model Number

ZISS420DRAS

Brand

GE

Age

More than 10 years

I am having an issue where the compressor at the top of my GE Monogram refrigerator sometimes rattles loudly. To stop the rattle, I simply lift the flap cover at the top and gently poke the compressor once or twice with a blunt object like a plastic spoon, and then close the flap. That always makes the rattle stop. But this is obviously annoying to be dealing with almost daily. Is there a long-term fix so it stops rattling?

 

[jeff1]

Hi,

Noises coming from inside the compressor normally = new compressor time + probably $600-800 in labour.

jeff sr.

 

[greg9840]

I don’t think the noise is coming from inside the compressor. I think it’s possibly rattling against the pan or something else that it is touching. When I slightly move the compressor by poking it, the noise stops.

 

[jeff1]

I don’t think the noise is coming from inside the compressor.

You or someone needs to see what/where the noise is coming from.
Compressor is bolted down so it shouldn't move.
Pan out of place can certainly be checked by whomever inspects the noise.

jeff sr.

 

[greg9840]

The compressor moves a bit when I push on it.

 

[jeff1]

It sits on rubber mounts....have you actually gotten out a ladder and had a peek?

jeff sr.

 

[greg9840]

Actually, I haven't. What should I look for? Thanks!

 

[jeff1]

What should I look for?

I don’t think the noise is coming from inside the compressor. I think it’s possibly rattling against the pan or something else that it is touching. When I slightly move the compressor by poking it, the noise stops.

How the compressor is bolted down.
If the pan/tray is actually under the compressor.
Any tubing that might have moved and are contacting things and rattling.
Is the noise coming from inside the compressor.

jeff sr.

 

[greg9840]

OK, thanks. Next time it's rattling I will look at it. I'm pretty sure the noise is not coming from inside the compressor because just touching the compressor with the slightest pressure can make the rattling stop. I think something is vibrating and it's metal hitting something over and over, creating a rattle.

 

[jeff1]

Keep us posted.

jeff sr.