Amana Blower or Inducer Bearing Wear

Furnace produces a high-pitched whine or squeal during operation.

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.

Possible Causes

Worn blower motor bearings, Worn inducer motor bearings, Loose blower wheel, Misaligned motor mount

Safety: Turn off power before touching moving parts.

Isolate noise source: Listen at the blower compartment and inducer area to determine which motor is noisy.
Inspect blower wheel: Check set screw tightness on the motor shaft and ensure the wheel is centered in the housing.
Check for debris: Remove any foreign objects contacting the wheel or inducer fan.

Worn bearings typically require replacement of the blower or inducer motor assembly.

Hard 4/5

Inducer Motor Assembly

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