Vibration of the washing machine during spinning: causes and solutions

With proper installation of the washing machine, vibration during spinning is minimal. But sometimes the technique for washing demonstrates completely uncharacteristic "acrobatic" stunts, which are accompanied by increased noise, and sometimes knocking and clanging. There may be several reasons for this. All of them indicate a malfunction of the equipment and, if not remedied, can lead to a complete breakdown of the machine.

Reasons for

There are several manifestations of problems with the washing machine during spinning. The most common option - shaking the case, increased noise and strong vibration of the back and side walls. Another - bouncing during work, when one or more legs come off the floor. In this case, a gradual( for a few washings) or a sharp shift away from the installation site can occur.

The third type - during the rotation of the drum in the spin or wash mode there are sounds of metal friction against metal or clang. In this case, the vibration may not be too great, however, such a "symptom" indicates that the washing machine is in urgent need of repair.

The reasons why all these problems arise are as follows.

• Wear and / or poor quality of springs supporting the drum. In the first case, a strong vibration appears in the course of time, and its intensity can increase gradually, and may increase dramatically. In the second - the problems begin to manifest a few months after the purchase of equipment( found in cheap models of the Chinese assembly).
• Uneven distribution of laundry in the tank. If after a uniform loading the vibration decreases or the machine does not shake at all, the reason is precisely this.
• Depreciation of shock absorbers. This can happen after several years of operation. The specific period depends on the intensity of the use of equipment and the number of revolutions of the drum. When you squeeze, you will hear a squeak and a knock.
• Incorrect installation. In this case, the machine will jump or there will be a knock at the first serious load.
• The counterweight has been loosened or it has cracked. Happens only with prolonged use. About this failure indicates increased noise - the machine thunders.
• Bearings have ruptured( rusted).The first "symptoms" - a metallic screech, then there is a strong vibration.

Incorrect installation of

Several options fall into this category:

• transport fasteners are not removed;
• the machine stands on an uneven surface, no adjustment;
• weak base on which the technique is installed, for example a wooden floor;
• the surface of the floor is slippery.

All these reasons for the malfunction of the machine can be eliminated by yourself. Remove the transport bolts using a conventional wrench( size 10 to 14) or pliers. They are on the rear panel.

Tip

The removed transport bolts should not be discarded. They need to be put together in the package with the documentation. If there is a need for transportation - when moving or delivering to a service center - the drum must be fixed with these bolts.

Unprepared base under the machine becomes the cause of unbalance mechanism, increased vibration and "jumps".Ideal is a flat hard floor or a podium with a rubber carpet under the car. If this condition is not met, you will have to correct the situation.

You can approach the issue "thoroughly" and level the floor across the entire bathroom or kitchen area. But this task is laborious and one can do with less costly methods. First, you need to adjust the legs of the washing machine. This is done by twisting / screwing into the body. To be guided at the same time it is necessary to the building level, laid on the body.

After adjusting to the legs, you can put on rubber attachments or put a rubber mat. This will improve the stability of the case. If the floor or podium is slippery, tiles are laid on it, natural or artificial stone with a smooth surface, this is a prerequisite. If the floor is weak, for example, from old wooden planks, you can not do without capital works. Otherwise washing can end with the flood and breakdown of machinery.

Replacing parts

If the washing machine is level, but still shaking when squeezed, then this can only be removed by replacing parts. The best option is to call the master from the service center. He has experience both in determining the breakdown, and in repairing machines of different configurations.

But if you have any experience with the technique, then you can perform the replacement yourself. In this case, you need to consider the following nuances.

• If the problem is with one shock absorber, then you need to change it anyway.
• Buying spare parts, find out if they are exactly like your model.
• The cracked counterweight must be changed, and not try to glue it together.

Replacing shock absorbers

To replace worn shock absorbers, perform the following steps.

1. Remove rear or front wall( depending on model).
2. Remove the shock absorber's lower mounting.
3. Perform the damper test: by hand, squeeze and unclamp it. If the course is easy - shock absorbers need to be changed.
4. Remove the shock absorber from the tank by removing the fixing pin or by unscrewing the bolt.
5. View the marking of the removed part and buy a similar one.
6. Perform all operations in reverse order.
7. Test the work of the washing machine.

tip If a pin is used as the fastening element, it can be removed by pushing and simultaneously pressing the latch.

Why do so many problems appear when spinning?

During washing, the washing machine operates in the most demanding mode. High drum speed is a stressful situation for machinery. This is the answer to the question of why the slightest malfunctions in the mechanism are manifested at this stage.

Sometimes the hostess believes that if the machine vibrates during spin, then it is sufficient not to turn on this mode. But twisting wet clothes with your hands will not save the situation, and after a while the failure will still have to be eliminated. Moreover, the worn-out part, not replaced in time, can cause even more serious failures. Hearing noises - grinding, squeaking, knocking, or amplified vibration - you need to immediately tackle the problem.

How to increase the life of the machine?

To avoid any problems with the vibration of the washing machine at all or at least appear as late as possible, several simple conditions must be followed when washing:

• To put things in a straightened form, rather than a pile or one lump. With the correct tab, the machine will distribute the laundry evenly over the drum, and this will avoid vibration.
• Stick to the bookmarking rules. And it's hard to erase too much and too little. With a small number of things, be sure to press the half-load button( ½ icon).
• Do not set too high spin speed. For most things, it's enough to dry at 800 rpm.

Implementation of these recommendations will extend the life of the electric assistant - washing machine - without sudden breakdowns.