GE Appliances Severe Vibration

Dehumidifier vibrates excessively and may move on the floor

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

Unbalanced fan wheel, Bent fan blade, Loose compressor mounts, Unit not level

Safety: Unplug the unit before inspection.

Steps to correct vibration:

Level the unit: Use a level and adjust the feet or surface so the unit is stable.
Inspect fan wheel: Access the fan and check for broken or missing blades. Replace the blower wheel or fan blade if damaged.
Check compressor mounts: Ensure the compressor is firmly secured on its rubber mounts. Replace worn grommets.
Test after each change: Reassemble and run the unit briefly to see if vibration improves.

Medium 3/5

Blower Wheel / Compressor Mounts

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