Westinghouse Mechanical Vibration / Loose Components

Unit makes loud rattling or buzzing noises during operation.

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Possible Causes

Loose fan blade or blower wheel, loose mounting screws, contact between fan and shroud, compressor mounting pads worn, debris in fan housing

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Turn off and unplug the unit before inspecting moving parts.

Steps:

  • Check for debris: Inspect indoor and outdoor fan areas for leaves, twigs, or foreign objects and remove them.
  • Tighten screws: Tighten all accessible panel screws and mounting bolts on the fan motors and compressor base.
  • Inspect fan blades: Ensure the outdoor fan blade is not bent and does not contact the shroud. Adjust or replace if damaged.
  • Blower wheel: Check that the indoor blower wheel is centered and secured to the motor shaft. Tighten the set screw if loose.
  • Compressor mounts: If the compressor vibrates excessively, inspect rubber mounting grommets and replace if deteriorated.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Outdoor Fan Blade
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