White-Westinghouse Air conditioner is loud or noisy
If your White-Westinghouse air conditioner is loud or noisy, the sound usually points to a moving part that is wearing, loose, or rubbing. A worn compressor is the most likely cause of an air conditioner making noise, and while a noisy compressor can often keep running for years, replacement should be handled by a licensed professional. Next, check the dual shaft fan motor, since its bearings can lose lubrication over time and make the AC sound rough or strained. Damaged front or rear fan blades can also cause a window air conditioner noisy condition, especially if a blade is bent or rubbing the housing. If the condenser fan motor is receiving proper voltage but will not run correctly, the motor or capacitor may be at fault. A worn fan motor can create an AC making loud noise, grinding, or rattling sound, and a loose blower wheel can wobble on the shaft and make the air conditioner rattling worse. Enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to find the exact White-Westinghouse replacement part that fits your air conditioner.
01 - White-Westinghouse Air Conditioner Compressor
When the compressor is wearing out, it generates more noise than usual. When this happens, it is not necessary to replace the compressor—compressors often last for years after they become noisy. However, if you would prefer to have a new compressor, have a licensed professional replace it.
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02 - White-Westinghouse Air Conditioner Dual Shaft Fan Motor
The fan motor or dual shaft fan motor has bearings which are usually permanently lubricated. However, over several years, the lubrication will break down, causing the motor to become noisy. If this happens, replace the dual shaft fan motor.
Air conditioners have a fan blade in the front and a fan blade in the rear. Check both fan blades for damage. If a fan blade is damaged, or is rubbing against the fan housing, replace it.
04 - White-Westinghouse Air Conditioner Condenser Fan Motor
To determine if the condenser fan motor is working, use a multimeter to test the incoming voltage to the motor. If the condenser fan motor is receiving the correct voltage, but the motor still won’t run, you should inspect the capacitor, if applicable, for any bulging or leaking. You can also use a multimeter to determine if the capacitor can hold and release its charge. If the capacitor appears to be in good condition, replace the condenser fan motor.
The fan blades might be scraping against the blower housing. Air conditioners have a fan blade in the front and a fan blade in the rear. Check both fan blades to ensure that they are not rubbing against the housing. If the blades aren’t rubbing against the housing and the fan motor is still noisy, check the fan motor bearings for wear. If the bearings are worn, replace the fan motor.
06 - White-Westinghouse Air Conditioner Blower Wheel
Wiggle the blower wheel to see if it wobbles on the motor shaft. If the blower wheel is loose, try tightening or replacing the set screw screw if it has one. If blower wheel still isn’t stable, replace the blower wheel altogether.