Dettson Airflow Restriction / High Velocity Noise

Dettson furnace occasionally emits a whistling noise from the return or supply grilles.

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Possible Causes

Filter too restrictive, Closed registers, Undersized grilles, High blower speed setting

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off power before changing blower wiring.

  • 1. Replace filter: Use a less restrictive filter if the current one is high-MERV and causing noise.
  • 2. Open registers: Fully open supply registers to reduce velocity and whistling.
  • 3. Check grilles: Replace very small or decorative grilles with higher free-area models if possible.
  • 4. Adjust blower speed: On PSC motors, move to a lower speed tap for heating if allowed by Dettson specifications. On ECM, have a technician adjust airflow.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Blower Motor
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