Kenmore 111.6121 Series Service Manual page 51

11. Troubleshooting & Repairing Methods
11-10. Pipe Noise
in the machine compartment ?
noise by Condenser shaking ?
is shaking much ?
Explanation to the users.
[Remarks]
•
Refrigerant is erupting rapidly from the compressor to circulate pipes, so pipe shaking noise can
make to some degree.
•
In case compressor vibration is sent to a pipe directly, apply vibration absorber rubbers to welding
points of the pipe and compressor or to a much bent point the pipe.
Start
Pipes are touching
N
Tray drip makes
N
Pipe itself is
shaking much ?
N
Compressor itself
N
Y
Y
Apply cushion material between
Comp. base and Tray drip.
Y
Move or change the points of
vibration absorber rubbers on
the pipes to reduce the shaking.
Y
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Separate the touching
pipes, if any.
Attach a absorber
on the comp. head.