How to Diagnose Drum Problems in a Washing Machine
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- Опубліковано 17 лип 2024
- Washing Machine Noise and Drum Problems.
Washing machine making strange noises? Washing machine drum loose? In this video eSpares will help you diagnose your drum problems. If you're hearing loud noises during a washing machine cycle or grinding, rattling or banging noises while spinning, it could be due to a problem with the washing machine drum. This video will help you identify what is causing the washing machine noise and how to fix it.
Noise during a washing machine cycle or noises while spinning can be caused by worn bearings, drum paddle damage, too much drum movement, loose weights and gaps between the door seal and the drum. Common causes of washing machine noises can also be due to smaller issues such as items stuck in the washing machine drum, washing with an unbalanced load or if the appliance isn't level.
Take a look at the video to diagnose what is causing your washing machine to make loud noises during a spin cycle and find out how to fix it yourself.
You can find everything you need to fix and maintain your washing machine to prevent further faults on the eSpares website.
www.espares.co.uk/browse/at10...
Want to skip straight to the information you need? Here's what we talk about in each part of our video:
0:00 Introducing the video
0:06 Suggested playlist: How to diagnose a faulty washing machine
0:16 The most common problems with the drum
0:43 When the drum bearings may need replacing
1:45 How to locate and check the bearings
2:47 Suggested video: How to Replace Washing Machine Bearings
3:09 Looking at the condition of the drum
3:51 How to test if the drum is damaged
4:43 Looking at the condition of the drum paddle
4:55 Suggested video: How to change a washing machine drum paddle - LG
5:00 Checking the gap between the door seal and drum
5:13 Checking and adjusting the counterweights
6:28 Problems with washing with an unbalanced load
7:19 Ensuring the washing machine is level
7:37 Suggested video: How to Prevent a Washing Machines Shaking and Spinning Noisily
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Reply to Gray Anderson (your post settings did not allow additional comments)
Your problem is likely to be a load balance issue, see another one of our videos:
ua-cam.com/video/uKBy-9NEF5A/v-deo.html
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the presenter and quality of video/audio is highly professional. 5 stars.
Hi reactionary, thanks for your positive feedback. This has made our day.
Re David Gallo comment.
We do not have a video on this particular machine but to check the bearings see if there is movement between drum and door seal to indicate it is loose (worn bearings) and watch another of our videos: How to Diagnose Drum Problems in a Washing Machine
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eSpares my washer drum tries to spin but can't I put a new belt on and still nothing the motor spins fine but it will try to adgatat but is having trouble can you please tell me the cause
eSpares Hi. What are all the electrical coils around the back of the drum? Is that some sort of motor?
Thank you so much. Had a really bad knocking noise coming from my Miele. Watched your video and boom!!! Machine not balanced. Thanks mate, saved me a fortune on call out costs.
What a nice sensible common sense video. Thanks. Confirmed my suspicion of dead bearings
You guys just saved me a lot of money! I was experiencing a lot of noise in my GE front load washer. I thought there were worn bearings as the unit is 5 years old.
However, I watched this video and, voila, it was a trapped bra wire which I removed with vise grip pliers. Thanks immensely, Mike Carroll
Hi Michael, we recently produced another video specifically for items stuck in the drum: ua-cam.com/video/HlmVwVjte3Y/v-deo.html
Just want to say how helpful Josh's video has been. Lost my wife 6 months ago. Now I/C washing! Needed to know a few things. These videos absolutely priceless. Thanks Josh
+Mary Mary Thanks for your comments, let us know if you cannot resolve your problem.
Sorry for your loss.
These are really good tutorials,,keep up the good work .Thanks
Thank you! I heard noise and automatically thought bearings, but I watched your video, popped the top, and found a loose weight. You've saved me a callout service charge. Great troubleshooting video! Maybe I'll make the teenagers watch it so they'll understand why I want them to stop washing unbalanced loads.
Hi Erskine, Happy to hear you not only identified the loose weight but also the cause.
We made a video showing balance issues titles:
How to Prevent a Washing Machines Spinning Noisily
And may we suggest another very useful video for most people to watch that is:
How to Cure a Smelly Washing Machine
He's a good teacher. Very clear and crisp voice and I understood every word of his.
Thank you for the video, bro.
Hi yourtubeNmytube, your welcome and glad you enjoyed it and remember to subscribe for even more useful videos.
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Hi youtuber, thank you for the correction ☺
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Just wanted to give an update on my previous post 4 months ago. I used the JB Weld to attach the concrete to the tub after the anchor sheered off from a loose concrete weight. I spread it over all points the concrete came in contact with the tub. The concrete is still holding solid as ever and have not had any problems since. While I know this is not ideal, I would recommend everyone to follow the advice in the video to make sure it doesn't happen to them! I check my washer weight every month now to make sure it is still holding firm. Hope this helps anyone that may have the same situation as I. Thanks again eSpares for your great info!
Tim Allison Good news Tim and certainly better than scrapping an otherwise good machine.
Hope you are keeping the wash balanced to reduce the vibrations and help the repair. :-)
Very informative video . Strait to the point and no BS ... 👌🏼 Thank you
Hi oracle86_ _ thank you for the post and glad we could help.
Thankyou so much! Was about to buy a new machine but thanks to this video i found the weight had come loose and after my wife found the washer and nut under the machine we fixed it easily.
Hi Brendan, thank you for your post and glad the video helped.
Great video josh ive been fixing washees for 24 years keep up good work
Hi ian, thank you for your post and glad you enjoyed our video and remember to keep watching.
most detailed video I've seen. Keep up the good work. Like and sub for sure.
Hi Cscastro, thanks for the comments you can be sure we are trying to improve our advice all the time. :-)
Thank you Josh.😁 Excellent video, and now we can repair our washer!
Hi Dawn, thank you for your post and glad we could help and let us know how you get on fixing your washer.
Thanks a lot for posting this video, I've managed to remove a hard piece of plastic from the drain pump, this has saved me money I can ill afford to spend at the moment. Feeling vey pleased. Thanks
Well done Carol, but remember some one put that piece of plastic in with the washing. If you left a pound coin in your pocket it could knock a whole in the outer tub causing a flood and a expensive repair. So do not forget to check all pockets and tell any one else who loads the machine that if they break it they have to pay for it to be fixed. ;-)
Really great video, very clear explanations - thanks!
Hi KD, remember to 'like’ the video if you enjoyed it or it helped.👍
Very well and clearly explained / presented.
Hi greatpoochini1, glad to hear you enjoyed our video. These are the comments we love to hear about.
espares, first I want to start off by telling you how amazing you guys are and your videos are equally as amazing. Thank you for taking the time to educate all of us, your videos are very informative. So the reason I started watching your videos, which are better than all others, is because I'm trying to figure what is going on with my washer and how to fix it. I have a GE front loader, WCVH6800JMR, and when it gets on the spin cycle it begins making a strange kind of knocking noise, possible drum off track, but then it begins smoking and smelling like burning rubber. From the videos I was able to check and see if it's the drum, or at least try. The drum doesn't seem to be real loose and it doesn't look like it's rubbing on the rubber seals. I did spin the tub manually and at one point I could hear where the actual tub is scraping against something on the inside and at the bo1
+Jenny Boles Thanks for the comments Jenny. I answered your other post before reading this one, This sounds like you have had a badly balanced load that may have caused the drum to flex until it contacts the rubber.
This can cause smoke on spin and will usually leave a small rubber mark on the drum lip that may rub the seal. Clean this rubber of the lip with a plastic pan scouring pad. Then check when the drum is turning that the lip does not 'wobble' to much (you may have to use a large screwdriver or mallet to straighten the edge if required).
Late to this, but very informative. clear and concise. Well done.
Hi, thanks for your comment...we are glad you found our video useful, and hopefully your washing machine is working fine now!
Excellent and very clear video Thankyou.
Thanks for the comments Nino.
This is an excellent video, thank you.
Thanks for the comments, remember to 'like’ the video if you enjoyed it or it helped. 👍
Excellent video, thank you....subbed
Thanks for the comments and welcome Jay. 😊
Great video and very helpful!
Thanks Tony, let us know when you find the problem.
thnx josh, haven't looked at my machine yet, but now i know what the problem is and know how to cure it, thnx so much :)
Hi Neil Hann, thank you for your post. Good luck with your repair, we believe you can do it!
Very informative, thank you.
Hi David, thank you for the comment and glad the video helped.
Good tutorial for front loaders young man!
Hi Michael, glad you enjoyed the video.
Job well done. Lots of valuable information.
Hi hughbo52. Glad this video helped you. Remember to like and subscribe.
Thanks Josh. Cocktail stick was stuck in one of the holes in the drum. All good now. Thank you 👍
Hi Andy, great to hear you have got your washing machine issue solved with the help of our video!
Nicely explained, useful information.
Quick question: Is it normal for a brand new, just bought washing machine to squeak while spinning? (little squeak with every revolution of the drum)
It may be the drum spindle seal is just 'bedding in' and it may improve with use.
Thanks mate!!
Thank you for sharing us your videos. It is very informative.
Glad to help, we have many diagnosis videos as well as helpful videos like this: ua-cam.com/video/0AnLPqcQAmA/v-deo.html
Yes I will definitely watch all of it.
Fantastic, fantastic, fantastic !
I had a banging noise in my Hotpoint and removed the top cover to find the top cement slab bolts were loose...Job done!
Hi Gerry, thank you for your post and well done for fixing it yourself.
You teach me a lot,thanks!!
Hi hamlet mora, thanks for letting us know and glad our video helped.
Just saved me money!!!! The drum on my washing machine was making a noise, thought it was bearings. Watched the video and then thought no it cant be bearings so had another inspection. Found a bra wire trapped between the drum and the rubber seal. Problem solved, money saved. Cheers!!
Hi kat834, thank you for the post as it makes our day when people save money from one of our videos.
Hi Guys, love your videos, they are very helpful. I used one to help me change the door seal on my LG WD-1238C and it worked great. I have another problem though. It appears that the drum is rubbing against the door seal and creating a lot of rubber dust since I changed the seal. Is there a way to reposition the drum so that there is a slight gap between the seal and the metal drum?
Check the drum lip 'runs true' by spinning by hand. If the drum edge wobble to can use a block of wood to knock it s high spot to prevent catching. Often a new seal may be slightly more closer fit and out of balanced loads can cause it to flex and contact. This can wear a groove in the seal and gradually the problem will go away. In the meantime use a plastic scourer pad to remove any rubber that has picked up on the drum lip.
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Glad to hear this Mehdi. Thanks for tuning in!
Best video on this subject...
Hi azh8586, thank you for the lovely comment and hope it helped you fix it.
Thanks a lot, you helped me with your explanation, and I save 400$ Canadian.
Know my machine work excellent.
Thank you for the kind comments, Zenel. At eSpares we love hearing from our customers fixing their appliances and saving money. Remember to like and subscribe for helpful videos in the near future.
Best instruction video I've seen. Very clear and easy to understand. Do you give computer lessons too😆
Hi Marilyn, thanks so much for your comment here. Hopefully our video has helped you to fix your washing machine...did you solve the drum issue you had?
....Haha, well it might not be a surprise to you, but unfortunately computer guides aren't something we can help with...but best of luck in learning new computer skills in the future!
Great help, thanks.
Hi, thanks for your comment...hopefully we have helped you to find the cause of the issue you have with your washing machine!
Very usefull.
Thank you
Thanks for the comments Paulo, remember to 'like’ the video if you enjoyed it or it helped.👍
I'm hoping that someone reading this can offer a little advice for me. About 6 months ago, I replaced the bearings on my lg front loader and everything was going fine until recently I got an 'LE' error and so I replaced the hall effect sensor and while putting the rotor assembly back onto the machine, I noticed that the barrel slid forward and I know that it will get tightened back into position once I tighten the 17mm screw on the rotor assembly. But I'm curious to know if the barrel should be moving at all, even prior to tightening that bolt? If it shouldn't be sliding then what is it that I don't have correctly tightened? When replacing the bearings, I made sure to get EVERYTHING back snug and in position just like I found it when taking the machine apart but if I missed something then what was it?
We have a GE washer that is 8-10 years old. There were huge knocks that had everybody in the house running to see what the problem was. It looks as though the drum has broken off something because it is sitting down about an inch and moves freely. Is this fixable?
The video is really informative and useful
Hi Mohanan, thank you for your post and glad you found it useful.
I washed a heavy blanket in my front load and it was too much for it. It made loud noise in last spin and slightly broke something between the 2 drums as I have gotten a couple grey plastic pieces out of the area near the pump. It only makes noise with a load after this happened. what would be between the drums that would have broke and what do I likely need to replace due to such an event? Thank you for any help!
For you my answer is probably too late. The drum rubbing against the housing would cause "Grey Plastic" to settle in the drain line. The loud bang is most likely a broken (or partially broken) spider, if so the problem will just worsen. The spider is what holds the drum from touching the housing. The spin speed will determine the distance of travel between the drum & the housing.
My machine hasKnocking on spinning cycle it was like not balanced. It was changed revolutions, it wasn able to spin up. Stopped it then spoke and or steem came out, smellt burning, it was on 60celsius programme. What could it be? On this beko wm5100w the drum is like floating so i cant tell if it is the bearing or not. Spins freely no noise or grind if spins by hand
Very useful vid ...thank you
Hi Ladypradaful, thank you for the post and glad you enjoyed our video.
my machine when plug doesn't come on at all, but before it kept washing and not draining the water it finally stopped but with water still inside so I drained from the lil hose at bottom of machine. can u tell me what the problem is and is it fixable. I have the LG inverter direct drive. Thanks
Hi I have a samsung ecobubble 8kg washer & I'm experiencing some problems with drum.I can turn it by hand which has a clicking sound but when it's on a cycle it'll work for a while then as it turns it'll jerk so doesn't go all way around then it'll stay still for the rest of the wash.Any advice would be great
Thanks for the great video! I wish I would have found it a bit earlier. My 3 bolts holding the concrete were very loose and one of the anchors sheered off. By tightening the other two bolts it is much better but I am afraid the give from the missing bolt will jar the others loose soon. My friend suggested JB Weld and actually bonding the concrete in place to the tub. I am trying the bond right now for the anchor. Will let that set overnight. Any thoughts on this?
Hi Tim, this can be a common problem with machines that are left to spin unattended or overnight as if they are out of balance they can shake excessively loosening the weight. If unattended you miss the noise it makes until the damage is done. Not sure how effective your repair will be but to prevent damaging your machine in the future watch our video:
ua-cam.com/video/uKBy-9NEF5A/v-deo.html
verry nice video mate keep up! with new videos im working with appliances interesting! :)
Hi Sirkuar, thank you for your post and make sure you subscribe so we can let you know when we launch a new video.
Hi, I have a Zanussi 1600 aquacycle and althought there is no play at all on the drum up and down but it does move backwards and forwards slightly and is making a thumping noise on fast spin.
Could this be the weights loose???
A few years old now but still going strong apart from the noise.
Thank you so so much.
Hi The Pixie, thanks for your post.
My drum will shake left and right then stop. It will drain and fill and normal from sounds of it. The drum spins normally and stops as it should. Any diagnosis lol...
What is it if my lg machine is squeaking going round ? It’s definitely not the bearings I don’t think as no movement or noises just like a rubber rubbing against the drum except for it’s not it’s got quite a big gap.
I had a look this morning with a mag light I could see everything nothing in there. It’s only 2/3 years old.
Really useful video, thanks. Probably just saved myself a couple hundred pounds.
Thanks for the comments Tom, remember to 'like’ the video if you enjoyed it or it helped.👍
Hi I have a lg front load washer I’ve cleaned filter and it spins great really no noice while washing but on rinse a little humming but not bad but while draining is really slow and OE comes on sometimes what should I look for first and how can u maybe unclog drain hose
Hi Jeffrey, error code OE refers to unable to drain water during the wash programme, check the drain hose isn't kinked and test the drain pump with a multimeter.
I kept thinking I was watching rude tube lol. thanks for the help tho dude.
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A well presented video. I have an integrated Zanussi ZWI 71201 WA that is only 3 years old and used by 2 people. During its cycle the machine has started to make a loud banging noise that rattles the machine, but not all the way through even when it goes to do the final spins it doesn't! There are no error messages but the time given for the cycle goes on longer ie said 8mins to go but was filling up with water and at 1min to finish took at least 10mins. A wash that said 55mins took over 2 hours. I did do a heavy wash of towels with 2 bath mats previous to this, that came out soaking, so could the machine have become unbalanced and can it be fixed? I have since tried a lighter wash but the same sort of thing happened, although the water had spun out of it this time. I have cleaned the filter. Any advise most welcome, thanks.
Hi Anita, sorry for the late reply but your question has just come through. Sounds like we need to explain about balancing loads, watch this video and if you have questions we will try and answer them:
ua-cam.com/video/uKBy-9NEF5A/v-deo.html
Very useful, good show
Hi Frank, glad you found our video useful.
Great and thanks. But how does one remove debris from between the drums? I feel this is the cause of the spin noise on my Samsung VRT since I can hear something falling as I turn the drum by hand. THX
+Fred Neal: First check if something is catching or rattling if it rattles put your head in the drum to locate which paddle is rattling as it may be loose or have something in it. Look on our website at the images for the paddle as if it only shows clips you may be able to remove it as shown in a similar video:
ua-cam.com/video/V-kIP83a4RU/v-deo.html
If there is something stuck and catching under the drum you may be able to fish it out by removing the heater, see another video for information:
ua-cam.com/video/o0zLTtCbkkw/v-deo.html
Hi I've got an AEG washer dryer lavermat turbo but there is oil drops on our clothing. What could that be?
Hi Michael, oil on the clothes is usually an indication of the bearings failing, check for a noise when you turn the drum and any signs of excessive movement in the drum.
Lg front loader smoking model F1247td5
sometimes even when I just turn the power on.
What can I do to trace smoke coming from the drum holes ?
If I smell anything or smoking I turn mains off spin drum manually and turn the power back on it works good for few days.
I need to know what's in the drum which produces smoke ?
I'm taking about when machine is not running just putting the power on can produce smoke from drum. I see smoke through the door while open.
Drum bearing is fairly good very little play. Noise is louder than new ones.
Main control module ok.
Front display. And filter pcb good.
Although I have ordered replacement bearing Kit with spider arm. Next time I open I will try to replace them.
Hi Siddique, there are only two reasons why there would be smoke inside the drum. If immediately after a spin there is smoke in the drum check for signs of small grey rubber bits around the door seal as this can be caused by clothing rubbing on the door seal. This would usually be caused by overloading.
If there can be smoke when you just power the machine it would suggest the heater is coming on when it should not. If this is the case the problem must be the control board.
Hi, Thanks for the video. I have a Zanussi ZWG1121P washing maching. It has no display. It was working fine, but ALL LED's are glowing now and would not work. How do I go about trouble shooting it. What could be the problem.
Thanks in Advance.
See another video to help diagnose where the problem may be:
ua-cam.com/video/QYPqpjLV7s4/v-deo.html
Awesome thanks
Hi Patrick, glad we could help and please like us if you found it useful.
Good morning sir . I have AKAİ .Model 7090w-L1.Spume Inverter Drive Series. My washing machine problem . screen show.ED 1. After stop.you have soloution this fault.i m very thankful to you.
Hi Eran, we do not recognise your model as Google identifies it as a mobile phone. Please check your make and model.
I have a samsung front load washer and it makes a loud knocking sound on spin cycle. Also, it is not able to complete a full spin cycle. Bearings are good (i bought a rear drum with bearing and the problem persisted), spider arm is corroded and has holes but not completely broken yet. Shocks appears to be fine. Weights are secured tight. What else could i be missing? Thanks
@espares i have a running/jumping candy machine that is level on the feet. The drum looks loose. Whats the best step by step video that you can recommend so i can fix this myself
Hi, thanks for your comment here. We have a video about this issue, hopefully this can help you out!
ua-cam.com/video/uKBy-9NEF5A/v-deo.html
I have the same symptoms in my washing machine and smoke when spin at high speed at end of quick wash only not at full wash, I opened the back the bearing look intact, what shall I do?
Very good, thanks
Hi Katherine, thanks for your comment. Hopefully our video has helped you to get your washing machine issue solved, and it is back up and running again!
@@eSpares Hi well I've eliminated a couple of easy fixes so now need to get help to tip it to check the shock absorbers. If they need replacing I will look for another one of your videos for help.
well done!
Hi Scott, thank you for your post and have a lovely day.
Wow. Thank you.
Hi Teddy Bear, thank you for your post and glad our channel could help.
Thanks very much for your your very clear demonstration, your better than the instruction manual you get with products, I was able to cure the noise problem, this was due to uneven floor , easily solved with adjusting the feet on the machine, I had to negotiate with the final positioning of the machine and the place where the machine was when I pulled it out as there was a fundermental difference Wow.
Hi Delroy, thanks so much for your comment here about our video...we are sol glad that it has helped you to solve the problem you had.
If you have any other appliance issues in the future, remember that eSpares are here to help you!
Thank you , I have had great luck with my 15 year old gibson replaced the computer board several times and the water pump once , when I finally need to replace the washer what is the best built one to buy ?
Hi dobsonimages, when buying a new machine they are many good brands but you need to go for what is right for you depending on the spin speed, size of the drum and how much you want to spend.
Thank you for the reply, I do not mind spending a little extra money for the best quality , not to concerned about speed or size I am more concerned about quality of construction, ease to repair and durability of parts do you have any suggestions.
Hi dobsonimages, hopefully, other people will have recommendations for you as we only deal with older machines and their problems.
Thank you for your time and great video @@eSpares
Hi dobsonimages, anytime you need help you know where to find us.
Hi eSpares. Your presenters seem to have been in front of a camera once or twice before. Have they had any media training at some point..? The lighting, button microphones, the close-ups shot, somebody knows what they are doing. Have you had outside help.. It is better than i normally expect to see on youtube.. Well done..!
Thanks for the comments. We have been producing repair videos for about 8 years now and we must be doing something right as we have the second highest views in our categories and only beaten by a company who has five times more videos. Most of our presenters have an acting background but none are electrically trained but we do make sure the advice we are giving is both correct and safe. :-)
Alot of UA-camrs could learn a thing or two from watching this. Again well done.. Thank you for taking your time to reply..;-)
Mine is a toploading Maytag it leaks ALOT of water while it's filling up and I have to put it on the spin cycle to spin out water. Sometimes I have to do this 2 or 3 times sometimes only once. Wait a few minutes and start cycle over from the beginning and most of the time it works fine
Hi Rita, it sound like your machine is not recognising the water level in the machine. Watch this video as it may help:
ua-cam.com/video/2pIVkAxWSXg/v-deo.html
has anyone had a leak from the bolt that connects the two cement pieces?
Thanks for the vid! Do you have any idea what might cause a stuck drum? There are no perferations, it isn't loose like demonstrated on 1:28, but it doesn't spin, either freely and by force. Upon opening of the back part of the machine I've discovered that the wheel that's connected to the motor by the rubber belt does spin, but it doesn't convert to the drum. Should I just get a new machine, if the problem is with the bearings?
+Gloomy Moonie If the pulley on the back turns but the drum doesn't then the spider that supports the drum on the drum shaft must have broken. It is usually possible to replace this but it means dismantling completely as in our bearing video: ua-cam.com/video/XaFF2-Rl8Nc/v-deo.html
This is not usually for the inexperienced novice but can be done if you are prepared.
+eSpares that was quick, thanks! I'd be glad to do it myself, problem is that I find it quite unlikely to be able to find replacement parts where I'm from, given that the existence of dedicated washing machine shops is something that I've only now discovered. Of course I'll try asking a technitian, but from what I gather just having him look at the thing would cost more than 10% of a brand new machine, not to even mention the fixing itself. Can't say the work doesn't worth the pay, there's obviously a lot of expertise involved, as demonstrated by the video you've linked to by the way, but the as it seems in my case I would end up paying near as much as I would pay for a new machine. Thank you for the videos though, if I had the leverage of the tools and the convenience of the replacement parts I would have found them indispensable. Cheers!
+Gloomy Moonie We can send spares to most countries so it may be worth checking on our website.: www.espares.co.uk/ :-)
Hi there my washing machine is making grinding noise when draining the water out.i m really frustrated right now please help
Hi have u got a video to fix a bosh washing machine door lock catch please
We do not have a specific video on a Bosch machine but this should be similar: ua-cam.com/video/mmK-m79y_Zg/v-deo.html or the lock: ua-cam.com/video/fC6mWyw8lXA/v-deo.html
My washing machine has started making a squeaking sound, what could this be?
Found out something?
Ideal about whirlpool front load that when spinning on High or even medium drum slams against sides or sounds as if its going to explode lol.
Hi Kevin, please view one of our other videos for more information on spinning issues in washing machines: ua-cam.com/video/uKBy-9NEF5A/v-deo.html&t
it is good demonstration of tighten-up the loosen top counterweight but I can't figure out how to fix the bottom front counterweight because I don't know how to remove the front panel casing.
Hi Chris, you don't mention the brand or the model details but generally, you would have to take off the top and the control panel to get to the screws for the front panel. have a look at some of our other videos as we have may showing the front panel coming off on many different brands.
@@eSpares It is Indesit WIL113 (UK) exactly the same as the one in the video! :)
I have an LG top washing machine (WT-R1303DDF) with a tilted drum. What should I replace? Thank you.
Hi Omar, give us a clue!. we need to know what your problem is and what is working before we can offer advice. Have a look at our other diagnosis videos to identify what area your problem is:
ua-cam.com/play/PLZopaZU-UQSHj1noiwEJ99JjXWcEcSAbZ.html
i have a hot point aquarius 1100 wm63 well the drum seems to be rubbing on the drum casing in witch there are bits of plastic coming off in the wash after it as fiishd and it only makes a very loud knocking on it when spinning done checks to the bearing and all seems fine any help here
Check for movement in the drum as shown at 1:28 if there is a lot of movement it is either due to worn bearings or a broken spider (the 3 legs that attach the drum to the shaft). IF there is little movement check for something caught between drum and tub as shown in this video:
ua-cam.com/video/HlmVwVjte3Y/v-deo.html
My machine starts of ok but at a certain point, it stops and the red light starts flashing but it still sounds like the cycle is going? Delay timer also flashing at same time? What can this be pls
+Sandra Olivacce Check the machine is draining correctly and if it does not empty in under 45 seconds check the filter and hoses for a blockage.
Check out this video for more information:
ua-cam.com/video/frEJhX9Sppw/v-deo.html
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Anda sangat welcome. ;-)
What I would like to know is, if the drum drops and there is a noise when in the wash cycle does that mean it's the bearings? can it be a broken spring or belt that has caused the drum to drop? it seems that its the only reason that's given which basically is saying "your washer is finished, buy a new one" but can it be anything else but the bearings? A spoon was recently put in the laundry and when I heard the banging on my Frigidaire front loader during the spin cycle I shut the washer off to remove the spoon. shortly after during another load when I turned it back on I heard a banging like the drum was hitting against something. I think I broke something when I shut it off and I do not think its the bearings, I think maybe a spring or something which held the drum up. Any input would be greatly appreciated.
+loosecannon574 By simply taking the top of the machine you can see if a spring has broken as the drum would be much lower on one side. If a belt broke there would be no drive to the drum. The video shows the effect of worn bearings at 1:28 the play is specifically between the drum edge and the door seal not the general drum movement. If you cave this play then the bearings are definitely shot and require replacement.
I have a Frigidaire Front Load washer and the tub is banging while in final spin. I've replaced the bearings and shock absorbers, but it is still loose on the door side?
Hi Chip, the tub is only 'hung' on the suspension springs so will easily rock backwards and forwards. If you disconnect and take the top off you can shake the drum vertically by pressing hard on the top and 'bouncing' it to check the dampers underneath. The drum should resist movement and stop quickly when bounced showing the dampers. If there is no loose weights and the dampers and bearings are OK the problem may just be an out of balance load so watch this video: ua-cam.com/video/uKBy-9NEF5A/v-deo.html
If there are no drum bearing sounds and spins by hand freely, what's a good way to check? We've rebuilt this machine, I know the drain cleaning technique and frequently do so, its tight on door lock and has no rust. The electronic controls seem to work well, constantly get the door and drain error. I clear those and it will work fine via boards, tested circuitry all normal. The drum just stopped spinning and I've not had luck finding troubleshooting or testing. I'm grateful if you have any additional ideas or suggestions since you seem to you know more than I've seen previously after exhaustive searches. Thanks in advance.
We have many diagnostic videos to help identify problems here:
ua-cam.com/video/QYPqpjLV7s4/v-deo.html
Watch these first and we will be happy to help with any questions.
eSpares I appreciate and will be checking those immediately. The boards are in tact also, I want to keep my front load, but they seem to just be more hassle than the cost. I appreciate the very hasty help also!
eSpares also have checked all wiring (visible) manually turned drum freely, which was turning and abruptly stopped, replaced door lock assembly and all main front components seem operational, run cycles as usual, just the abrupt stop of the drum recently. I think its a nightmare machine now lol.
Before suspecting the control panel if the machine appears to have a drum motor problem it is worth replacing the motor sensor. This may be the cause and is a lot cheaper to try than a control board.
eSpares I'll check in daylight here and see anything I can. I appreciate the advice and have to check schematics in manual to assure I'm checking the correct board and panels with limited tools I have. Thanks again so much!
hi my plastic has no screws holding it together ,can you split these sealed drums( hotpoint wmf 760)
Although there are videos showing this on You Tube we would advise against this as when refitted together the repair has to be both water tight and very strong to cope with the shaking of the drum on spin. In the UK there are a number of companies like Repaircare that offer a fixed price repair where the total repair bill can be significantly lower than the cost of the drum on its own.
Hello, I have a question to the experts on a strange issue :)
My Electrolux suddenly started making a hollow pop noise, same as when a metal flexes.
Iv checked the bearings, no leaks. It spinns perfectly when no load in it, or at high speeds. But when turning slowly with clothes and they drop the sound arrives.
If I slowly turn the drum and keep pushing down on the drum rim, sooner or later the pop comes. I can then turn the drum 180 degrees(half turn) and press down again, and the drum wil pop again. So it seems there is some unbalance at that spesific place over the drum. Except from that the drum is secured and the bearing seems solid, with no sideways play(except for the 2 points) that normalt is a tell for the bearing.
Any idea what this strange thing can be?
Hi MrMaraxion, check the drum paddles are not loose as these can start to break and may make this sound.
Hi great vid , i have a zanussi with a drum that moves back to front , no bearing noise and i changed the dampers and springs but still a little movement when washing and big vibration on the spin . Pleas help as im out of ideas now .
Hi Paul, if your drum moves a lot it would suggest bearings but have you checked the concretes as that can cause issues have a look at this video ua-cam.com/video/uKBy-9NEF5A/v-deo.html
I have checked the weights top and front and they are rock solid , changed the springs and dampers . I have no noise from the bearings , so i placed the machine on to a rubber mat of about 2mm . I have just laid a new laminate floor and screwed the floor to the concrete floor underneath . I think the floor was a bit springy which has now solved the problem . Thanks for the reply and the vids have helped a lot .
Great the machine does have to be on a level surface, well-done paul.
I have an lg top loader machine when on washing and rinse cycles it makes this loud screeching noise like metal on metal then when it goes to spin water out it will spin so far and throw the UE code for unlevel load I reposition everything and it throws the code again I can't get it to complete a whole spin cycle. Could this be the clutch bearing thing. It won't even do a spin cycle empty.
Hi Dianna, the UE error is an unbalanced load so do not try rearanging the load but watch our video: ua-cam.com/video/uKBy-9NEF5A/v-deo.html
The screeching may be due to a failing drain pump.
Hello espares.
I own a washing machine LG wd65130fu. It is washing fine but the problem is that the machine
is not steady. It is moving during washing. I have replaced drum's supporters, springs, V belt but still nothing. I watched both Josh's and Matt's videos but it doesn't seem to have problem with the bearings. I did the tests suggested from Josh in this video from 0.45-1.45 and it is ok.
The difference is that the circular move of the drum when turning is misaligned. Any ideas
which part is faulty? Thanks
Hi rori, there is a difference between the cabinet and the drum, if you are sure it is not an unblanaced load causing it are you sure the machine is perectly level? if the drum is misaligned that could be caused by the bearings or something inside the drum.
Whats the reason of stiffness of drum even if try to rotate it with hand