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Noise from condenser (outdoor unit) fan

Likely causes

Foreign object contact with fan blade

Check: Cut power and remove any foreign objects from fan blade

What to do: Cut power and remove any foreign objects from fan blade → Visually inspect blade for cracks or deformation → Check motor bearing play (shake by hand) → Tighten motor mounting bolts → Replace motor if bearing is defective

Bearing wear

Check: Visually inspect blade for cracks or deformation

What to do: Visually inspect blade for cracks or deformation → Check motor bearing play (shake by hand) → Tighten motor mounting bolts → Replace motor if bearing is defective

Fan blade crack or deformation

Check: Check motor bearing play (shake by hand)

What to do: Check motor bearing play (shake by hand) → Tighten motor mounting bolts → Replace motor if bearing is defective

Loose motor mounting bolts

Check: Tighten motor mounting bolts

What to do: Tighten motor mounting bolts → Replace motor if bearing is defective

Field tip

Identify noise location during operation, then cut power before inspection

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