Hello... Can you help?

Seeker · 2nd October 2001, 08:59 AM

I'm sure someone can help, I need to stop my tired old fridge from putting noise (via the mains) through my sound system. A new fridge isn't an option as yet and I'll happily modify the amp/preamp. Any practical solutions out there?

paulb · 2nd October 2001, 01:20 PM

The best way is probably filtering the power before it gets to your equipment. There are power line filters available for this purpose.
Once AC noise gets inside the chassis of audio equipment, it can be very difficult to get rid of it.

P.Lacombe · 2nd October 2001, 06:11 PM

Seeker,

If the noise occurs only when the motor starts or stops, it's possible to connect a noise supressor across the motor terminals : consult an electrician for the appropriate device and wiring.

Also, verify all your equipement about correct grounding and shielding.

Regards, P.Lacombe.

PassFan · 3rd October 2001, 01:27 AM

If your house is old enough, make sure your stereo is not plugged into the same circuit as your ****. You can flip off the breaker or fuse to the **** and see if your stereo still works. If not find another plug that does.

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2nd October 2001, 08:59 AM	#1
Seeker diyAudio Member Join Date: Oct 2001	I'm sure someone can help, I need to stop my tired old fridge from putting noise (via the mains) through my sound system. A new fridge isn't an option as yet and I'll happily modify the amp/preamp. Any practical solutions out there?

2nd October 2001, 01:20 PM	#2
paulb diyAudio Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Calgary	The best way is probably filtering the power before it gets to your equipment. There are power line filters available for this purpose. Once AC noise gets inside the chassis of audio equipment, it can be very difficult to get rid of it.

2nd October 2001, 06:11 PM	#3
P.Lacombe diyAudio Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Orleans, France	Seeker, If the noise occurs only when the motor starts or stops, it's possible to connect a noise supressor across the motor terminals : consult an electrician for the appropriate device and wiring. Also, verify all your equipement about correct grounding and shielding. Regards, P.Lacombe.

3rd October 2001, 01:27 AM	#4
PassFan diyAudio Member Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Central FL	If your house is old enough, make sure your stereo is not plugged into the same circuit as your **. You can flip off the breaker or fuse to the ** and see if your stereo still works. If not find another plug that does.