Refrigerator (compressor) occasionally turns on for a few seconds and shuts off. It comes on and there is a set of rapid clicks (relay) and it stops. And then... it runs normally.
It is cooling. Is something getting ready to fail? null

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Refrigerator (compressor) occasionally turns on for a few seconds and shuts off. It comes on and there is a set of rapid clicks (relay) and it stops. And then... it runs normally.
It is cooling. Is something getting ready to fail? null

WildcatWillie · Accepted Answer

I've had 2 and the same thing happened with both. They are quiet initially, then after some time start making noises, then soon after they die. Don't be surprised to have it fail suddenly

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Check if your warranty is still in force, then contact the store  where you purchased it.

“Refrigerator (compressor) occasionally turns on for a few seconds and shuts off. It comes on and there is a set of rapid clicks (relay) and it stops. And then... it runs normally. It is cooling. Is something getting ready to fail?”

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