Keystone
Severe Vibration
Dehumidifier vibrates excessively and may move or "walk" on the floor during operation.
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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
Unbalanced fan blade or blower wheel, missing or damaged rubber feet, loose compressor mounts, unit placed on uneven or resonant surface
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Unplug before inspection.
Steps:
- Level the unit: Place the dehumidifier on a flat, solid surface. Use a level to confirm.
- Check rubber feet: Inspect the bottom of the unit for missing or worn rubber feet. Replace as needed.
- Inspect fan/blower: Remove the cover and check that the blower wheel is not cracked and is seated properly on the motor shaft. Replace a damaged blower wheel.
- Compressor mounts: Verify that the compressor is firmly mounted on its rubber grommets and that none are missing or deteriorated.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
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