Heat Siphon Cabinet Vibration / Loose Panels

Rattling or vibrating noise from the cabinet during operation.

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Possible Causes

Loose sheet metal screws, Vibrating compressor mounting, Loose fan grille, Misaligned access panel

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off power before tightening any components.

  • Check panels: Press on each side panel and the top grille while the unit is running (briefly, with caution) to identify which area changes the noise.
  • Tighten screws: With power off, tighten all accessible panel screws and fan grille fasteners.
  • Inspect compressor mounts: Look at the rubber isolation mounts under the compressor. Replace any cracked or missing mounts.
  • Add isolation: If the pad is uneven, consider shimming or adding vibration pads under the unit to reduce transmitted noise.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Compressor Mounting Isolators
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