What does the rattle sound mean?
A rattling is a quick, often unsteady, burst of sounds. The sound of a rattlesnake is a good example of a rattling. The rattling of a rattlesnake’s tail is a sign you could be in serious danger from this poisonous snake. Sometimes a doctor will hear a rattling in the lungs that indicates a respiratory illness.
What is the synonym of rattling?
Frequently Asked Questions About rattle Some common synonyms of rattle are abash, discomfit, disconcert, and embarrass. While all these words mean “to distress by confusing or confounding,” rattle implies an agitation that impairs thought and judgment.
What does a rattling noise from an engine mean?
What might sound like knocking to one person will sound like rattling to another. That’s why we’re going to discuss some engine noises—including rattling, tapping, and ticking—that are often mistaken for knocking. A rattling noise from the engine sounds like someone tapping on metal (some might say it sounds like a baby rattle).
Why does my furnace make a rattling noise?
When there’s a rattling sound I look first for loose mechanical components: ductwork sections, a loose blower door, loose fan components. But your note that the noise is gone when the fan runs but the furnace itself (its burner) is off suggests the noise may be related to the presence of heat.
Why does my water pipes make a rattling noise?
Plumbing that travels through or is flush to structural members frequently is the culprit for rattles and vibrations. Identifying what is making the noise and where it is occurring is only part of the issue. Determining what causes the pipes to produce disturbing sounds may be more difficult.
What to do if your chimney is making a rattling noise?
Start by asking for help from your heating service tech to rule out unsafe or improper operations at the burner itself (you don’t mention if it’s oil or gas or electric), and rule out a chimney hazard. Then move on to ductwork. Our thirty year old house’s gas furnace chimney has started making rattling sounds while the furnace is running.