All Power America Excessive Vibration / Imbalance

Generator vibrates excessively during operation, causing the enclosure to shake and nearby structures to rattle.

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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

Damaged or missing engine isolation mounts, Unbalanced alternator rotor, Loose base frame bolts, Misaligned generator on pad

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn OFF the generator and disconnect the battery. Do not place hands near moving parts while running.

  • Inspect isolation mounts: Check the rubber engine and alternator mounts between the powerhead and the frame. Replace any mounts that are cracked, collapsed, or oil-soaked.
  • Check base mounting: Ensure the All Power America generator base frame is securely anchored to a level concrete pad per installation instructions. Tighten anchor bolts.
  • Look for loose components: Tighten all accessible bolts on the enclosure, exhaust, and alternator brackets.
  • Rotor balance: If vibration persists and mounts are good, the alternator rotor may be out of balance and require professional balancing or replacement.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Engine Isolation Mount Set
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