Ecowater Europe Transformer / Motor Hum

Softener emits a constant humming or buzzing sound from the control head

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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

Aging or overloaded transformer, Drive motor stalled, Vibrating valve components, Loose mounting screws

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Unplug the unit before touching internal components.

  • Identify source: Listen closely to determine if the noise comes from the external transformer, drive motor, or valve body.
  • Check for regeneration: If the unit is mid-regeneration, some motor noise is normal. If the noise persists in standby, suspect a fault.
  • Tighten mounts: Tighten any loose screws on the valve head and mounting bracket to reduce vibration.
  • Inspect motor: If the motor hums but the cam does not turn, the motor may be stalled. Check for mechanical jams and replace the motor if necessary.
  • Replace transformer: If the external power supply buzzes loudly or becomes very hot, replace it with the correct Ecowater adapter.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Ecowater drive motor / external transformer
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