• Loose bolts, current transformer mounting, doors, covers and similar parts can resonate with the normal 60-cycle hum and cause excessive noise/humming. Distribution boxes are the unsung heroes of our electrical systems, quietly managing power until something goes wrong. When they start tripping, overheating, or making strange noises, it's more than just an inconvenience - it's your home's cry for help. However, in actual applications, distribution boxes often encounter a series of problems, which not. Whenever the air conditioner in our house turns on, the distribution box makes a quite noticeable 'clank' noise, and sometimes it causes the lights to flicker a tiny bit. It's connected to 2x 30 amp switches, which matches the amperage requirements on the AC itself. All equipment in the room below is the.