GE Profile™ GEOSPRING™ Hybrid Heat Pump Water Heater - Sounds You May Hear

The GE Profile™ GEOSPRING™ water heater's standard operating sound when the compressor and fan are running is 41 dBA.  The following list represents some of the different noises and sounds you may hear when the water heater is in operation.

What You May Hear

Unit Too Quiet or Not Making Any Sound

The GEOSPRING can be set to different operating modes, and these modes will have different sounds or no sound at all. The "Standard Electric Mode" uses only the upper and lower heating element to heat the water. It does not use the heat pump or fans, so there will be no sound associated with this setting.

Sound of a Fan Running

Some amount of fan noise is normal, similar to the blower on a central heating and cooling system. If you hear an abnormal noise, like a knocking, we recommend having an authorized servicer inspect the water heater.

Sound Level Increasing Over Weeks or Months

The filter may be getting dirty, thus making the fans work harder. Check to see if filter needs to be cleaned. Cleaning instructions are found in your Owner's Manual.

Rumbling Sound

Scale and mineral deposits build up on the heating elements creating a rumbling sound. Contact a plumber for assistance.

Popping Sound

Contact a plumber or the water utility company to correct. This sound is coming from heat and pressure building up in the tank from the relief valve being closed or plugged.

Beeping Sound

Look for an error message on the display panel. Follow the directions on the control panel to resolve the issue.

Support

If the above suggestions do not resolve the issue or address the sounds you're hearing, a service call may be needed. For repair assistance, please schedule a service appointment with Bodewell.