Autel Mechanical Vibration / Magnetic Noise from Contactor or Power Module

Charger emits a loud humming or buzzing noise during operation, louder than normal transformer hum.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Loose mounting screws on contactor, Vibrating enclosure panels, Overloaded contactor, Aging power components

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off power before tightening any internal components.

  • Identify source: Listen carefully to locate whether the noise comes from the contactor, transformer, or enclosure panels.
  • Tighten hardware: With power off, tighten mounting screws for the contactor, transformers, and enclosure panels.
  • Check for resonance: Add appropriate vibration-damping washers or pads where panels vibrate, following Autel guidelines.
  • Monitor temperature: Ensure the noisy component is not overheating; if it is, have a technician evaluate for overload or impending failure.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Autel EVSE Power Contactor
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