My refrigerator is about 15 years old and has made a clunking noise when it shuts off since I moved into my home many years ago, but has always kept food cold/frozen. Recently, the clunk noise is getting a lot louder. Any ideas what might make it do that? Thanks,

You need a new compressor. Probably time for a new frig.

If this noise happens when the compressor turns on and shuts off it is called a compressor knock. All the internal workings of the compressor are supported by springs, over time the springs wear out and become weak. When the compressor stops or starts the tourq causes the internal parts to hit aginst the casing of the compressor. Sounds like a clunk clunk clunk noise. If you can deal with the noise do not go out and replace the compressor cause it will work just fine like that.

The compressor is sitting on springs inside a metal case. When it stops, the centrifical force is absorbed by these springs. If one or more springs become weak or break, the compressor hits against the outer case a time or two. (CLUNK CLUNK clunk) There is really nothing you can do about it, short of replacing the compressor. (read big bucks) NOTE: If you take a new compressor and give it a shake, you will hear the same clunk. If the noise is really bothering you, I'd say after 15 years, it's time to move that refrig to the basement and get a new energy star model for your kitchen. (the old one most likely has several more years worth of clunking before it truely dies)

Hi,
The clunking is because the compressor has a broken mount and it clunks when it shuts off... this will eventually cause bigger problems, but probably you will need to replace the compressor to fix it...even so just check that a bolt did not come loose and that it may be a simple fix...

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frost is a sign that warm air is coming in from somewhere,the most common issue w/ bottom freezers is the door can appear to be shut,when its actually not.always shut door from the middle of the door,not sides. if a bottom freezer is preffered-i suggest a swinging door vs. the sliding drawer....

its the compressor,
i would not spend a dime on it,
a compressor is around 200 to put it in could cost up to 200 more, then its a long shot with who will be doing the work
10 years is the avergae age of this unit so count your self lucky
and invest in a replacement
the old one may
last a year, but it will go
your loosing the center seal
sorry its not beeter news

Sounds like one of the springs inside the compressor has broken. Not user serviceable, and the compressor will run a long time this way.

It could also be something else, but you would need to pull the refer away from the wall, remove the service panel, and provide detail information on where you hear the noise emitting from. Always replace the service panel as it plays a part in proper airflow around refrigerant system.

No I did not get any replies on my GE Profile refrigerator problem. Your question said "Amana".

My GE Profile about 15 yrs old is also clunking.. fixed about 4 yr ago and doing it again.. Think the compressor motor is loss and when it shuts off it vibrates.. any other solutions please post if you had it fixed..

The compressor on your fridge is mounted on rubber grametts and inside the dome the internal parts the do the pumping of the refrigerant are mounted on springs. When a compressor gets old some people complain about two much vibrating, this could be the rubber grommets the support the compressor. When one of the support springs inside the compressor is broken it will have a distinct rapping sound when the compressor shuts off. There isn`t anything you can do about this, short of replacing the compressor. It will eventually get worse untill something is seriously broken inside the compressor and the compressor will die. You may want to consider replacing the compressor now or purchase a new fridge. You will need to consider the cost of both and the age of the fridge" Is it worth repairing?". You can actualy find a repair company in your area from this site if you like, and compare the costs.I hope I have helped explained the problem well enough for you. I will help you as much as I can.