Viking Internal Vibration / Shelf or Bottle Rattle

Wine cooler makes loud rattling or knocking noises from inside the cabinet during operation.

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Possible Causes

Loose or warped wooden shelves, Bottles touching each other or cabinet walls, Evaporator fan blades contacting ice or wiring, Loose evaporator cover panel

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the unit before removing interior panels or adjusting fan components.

Steps to address noise:

  • 1. Reorganize bottles: Ensure bottles are not tightly packed against each other or the cabinet walls. Leave small gaps to reduce vibration transfer.
  • 2. Check shelves: Remove and reseat each shelf fully into its tracks. Replace any warped or cracked shelves.
  • 3. Inspect evaporator fan area: Remove the rear interior panel and check that the fan blades are clear of ice, labels, or wiring. Clear any obstructions.
  • 4. Tighten interior panels: Ensure all screws securing the evaporator cover and interior trim are tight to prevent rattling.
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Repair Difficulty

Very Easy 1/5
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