Schneider Electric
Excessive Acoustic Noise from Contactor or Transformer
Charger emits a loud humming or buzzing noise during operation.
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Possible Causes
Loose mounting of Schneider EVlink contactor, Worn contactor coil, Vibrating internal transformer or choke, High mains voltage causing magnetostriction noise
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Noise alone is not usually dangerous, but internal inspection must be done with power OFF.
- Identify source: Listen carefully to determine whether the noise comes from the charger enclosure or the upstream distribution board.
- Check mounting: With power OFF, open the charger and ensure the contactor and any transformers/chokes are firmly mounted and all screws are tight.
- Inspect for wear: Look for signs of mechanical wear or overheating on the contactor.
- Monitor operation: If the noise is stable and there are no functional issues or overheating, it may be normal magnetostriction. However, increasing noise over time suggests component aging.
- Component replacement: A technician can replace the noisy Schneider EVlink contactor or transformer if the sound is excessive or accompanied by other symptoms.
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Repair Difficulty
Easy
2/5
Required Part
Schneider EVlink main contactor
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