TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDES
FWR - FWT
PROBLEM
PROBABLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
Excessive humming
High Voltage
a. Check input line connections.
Eccentric air gap
b. Have motor serviced at local Baldor service center.
Fan Capacity
High external static
a. Check actual pressure against unit data plate
Low
pressure
pressure.
b. Correct static pressure. If not possible,
consult factory.
Dampers improperly
a. Verify proper position of unit air control
positioned
dampers (if any) and all external
dampers/diffusers.
b. Correct damper position.
Air leaks in system
a. Check ductwork and duct connections for
leaks.
b. Repair any leaks.
Damaged fan wheel
a. Visually inspect wheel.
b. Replace fan wheel if necessary.
Incorrect fan rotation
a. Check wheel rotation with arrow on fan.
b. Correct rotation if backwards.
Obstructed inlet
a. Inspect inlet.
b. Clear inlet.
Vibration
Misalignment
a. Check and align motor and driven equipment.
And Noise
Misalignment of
a. Check alignment.
wheel
b. Align if necessary.
Dirty fan wheel
a. Inspect fan wheel.
b. Clean fan wheel.
Broken or loose bolts
a. Check bolts and setscrews for tightness.
or set screws
b. Replace or tighten as necessary.
Fan delivering more
a. Refer to airflow verification in start-up
than rated capacity
procedure section
b. Adjust drives per instructions in start-up
procedure section.
Loose dampers
a. Inspect dampers.
b. Tighten dampers if loose.