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Heater has a low pitched rumble

SHRED
Explorer
Explorer
It is in my 1995 class C Lazy Daze.

Is this the fan motor going out?
Are these heaters repairable or is this a replacement issue?
2021 27' Lazy Daze mid bath
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Chris_Bryant
Explorer
Explorer
Low pitched rumble sounds like the burner, otherwise I agree with something unbalancing one of the blower wheels. Could just need cleaning, which is actually called for annually.
-- Chris Bryant

wa8yxm
Explorer III
Explorer III
I agree coudl be dirt/insect on the blower. can be a bearing going out. they do fail and they are replaceable.
Home was where I park it. but alas the.
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after a semi "nicked" it. Still have the radios
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Dutch_12078
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Explorer
It could be dirt buildup on the squirrel cage blades throwing it a little out of balance. Heaters located near the kitchen area where they can suck in airborne grease particles are particularly prone to build up. The fan motor bushings can fail, but that usually produces a high pitched squeal instead of a rumble. Access to the fans and motor differ depending on the brand and model, but both are replaceable if needed.
Dutch
2001 GBM Landau 34' Class A
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