My WH 6 qt freezer motor is making a horrible screeching sound. It's 2 yrs old & this my 2nd one. What can I do?
2005756
I have the same white mtn. Ice crm. maker and it started that same screaching and grinding sound you described, my husband checked it out and it was the bearings. Needless to say I got on line and found a old fashion hand crank to fit it,until I could find a new motor. All in all I must say I was very disapointed in the wht. Mtn. Ice crm. makers quality. When you pay high dollar for the best you expect it!! I guess they just do not make them like grandmas anymore.
2005757
The standard motor that comes with the unit has burned out on my last two units. I bought a whole new unit to replace the first and the motor burned up on it in two seasons. I only make ice cream on occaision and in no way over taxed the motor on either of the first two. I purchased this replacement motor on amazon and it says it has an industrial strength motor. I haven't use my new one yet, so I'm interested to see if it will ouitlast the others. I would suggest replacing the motor and making ice cream without delay. I'm figuring it's part of the cost of operation.
2005758
I just recently replaced my motor and have not had any issues so far. My initial motor still works, however, it was the gear box that crapped out .... lasted about five years and begin screeching and grinding (gears wore out ... unfortunately you can't find a kit to just replace the gears). So, I have a backup motor now.
428427
I was able to replace mine, bought a new motor. Surprised our only lasts two years. I own a restaurant and use it almost 3x a week and replaced it only after 5 years.
2005759
We had a very similar problem with ours as well. It is a great freezer and exceeds any other cheap freeze we have had over the years. When the windings inside the motor start to come apart or a bearing goes out, they start to squeal like you describe. We actually took our motor into an electric motor winding shop and he replaced all of the internal windings for about $60. The unit is working like new again. They can probably do the same if a bearing is going out. Hope this helps! It will probably be cheaper than buying a new motor.
2005760
My initial motor that came with the freezer was made in China and lasted one season. I figured that was the price I paid for thinking I was getting a great deal on the "Best" freezer made. I paid for and waited 7 months for a replacement and thought is was like the motors of past as they looked the same. However it is made in China but so far has served well. The screaching noise will not get better and you will probably have to replace it in the near future.
596549
Hi Bonnie The motor should not have a loose sound. I would send back for a replacement. The blender is awesome I think you'll love it.
429533
Mine is still working just fine, with light to medium use throughout the week. When the ice maker starts it makes a soft motor sound, which is caused by its pump, and once the ice tray is filled this noise stops. Sometimes, you can also hear a louder sound, made by a cooling fan. This unit is not the most silent on the planet but mine still works. Hope this helps.
2043794
There should not be any noise other than the sound of the bubbles coming from it? Sounds like you have a defective motor.
917147
I had two units with a similar sounding problem. It was an internal mechanical flaw and I returned it both times to Costco, swapping it the second time for a more expensive (and much more effective) gasoline powered unit. I had had a previous electric home unit that lasted more than a decade, but the SnapOns were a complete and utter failure.
2166738
Hi Patricia...I had the same thing happen to mine but the high pitched noise eventually occurred on all of the speeds. It was not constant...it would come and go but it was very annoying. Couldn't figure out a way to get into the unit to see what was going on. Seemed to me to be some sort of lubrication issue. In any event we really liked the air purifier so we just purchased a new one. It works great and it's one of the least expensive on the market.
1212622
I've never had that noise when running the plasmawave. Maybe check with the manufacturer for advice or replacement parts would be effective
2198527
Sounds like the motor is defective. You should return the product to Amazon for a replacement.
313445
sounds like it has a problem, there should be no noise coming from unit, contact manufacturer or place of purchase.
904347
Sounds like something is hooked up backwards. No problem with that here while it was running, mine died after 2 months of use, motor burned up.
80080
We have the Hello Kitty model. A week ago, ours started doing the same thing, making a very loud whirring fan noise. At first i was able to move it around and i got the sound back to the original "whisper quiet" sound level. Turned it on tonight and the fan is dead. Got it November 2010, so we're two months out of warranty... :(
1439196
I have gone through three of them. They appear to have an issue with them. Mine lasted one month to nine months? Less than a year. Means they were bad from manufactures build date. Contact Velocity. They may be able to assist you. I smashed my third one three days ago. Made a funny humming noise and wouldn't shut off. All were famous for always freezing up sometimes for days up to weeks before it unfreeze. Good luck! We were sold defective items I suspect. By the manufacture.
485392
My first one had a very loud motor whine, so I exchanged it and the second was the same way! NOT relaxing. I read earlier reviews and found this to be a major complaint.
1280776
Hey...Sometimes my motor sound louder than the water flowing. Usually, its a soft hum. Sometimes it will start off loud, then get soft as the water starts to flow. If you are concerned that you may have a bad motor, maybe you should try to get a replacement unit. Otherwise, make sure you have a full water level. If the water level is low, you will hear the pump churning more.
2071526
I am hearing the motor too along with the white noise... I wonder if it's normal or if my unit has a defect.
865163
I just got my unit also about two weeks ago and notice a somewhat annoying creeking and clicking sound with every rotation. I have written to the sellers about this but have not received any reply. Will have to call to get an answer.
1141753
Hi Saven,It is not noisy at all. If you are going to use it as a freezer only, make sure to set the temperature on freezer.