Transmission is worn out 8.
Top loading washing machine shakes during spin cycle.
A single large wet item such as a comforter or blanket can hug one side of the washer during the spin throwing the washer off balance and causing it to vibrate.
Assuming you have a front loading washing machine recommended for energy efficiency you can access the suspension springs through the top panel.
Springs or dampening straps.
You may be able to reattach the spring but most likely you ll need to purchase a new suspension rod.
This will throw the washer off balance and cause it to shake violently.
As it spins it will simultaneously throw water out of the appliance through the drain hose which empties into a sink or drain pipe.
To solve this problem you can generally add one or more towels to redistribute the weight.
When shock absorbers weaken or become damaged unbalanced loads will cause the washer to shake or move and the machine will often make a loud banging sound during the spin cycle.
Motor coupling worn 4.
If they are broken or damaged however the washing machine may shake violently when it enters the spin cycle.
After you reset the washer it should work fine.
Clogged or damaged drain pump 7.
These go between the outer tub and the base frame to moderate the shaking of the tub during the spin cycle.
The short pause and vibration when the washer spin cycle reaches approximately 400 rpm is a normal.
Worn out drive belt 6.
These springs are used to suspend the basket from the frame.
All front load washing machines have shock absorbers that are used to dampen the tub movement in the spin cycle.
If you have been hearing a loud banging noise from your top loading washing machine and it is shaking and moving during the spin cycle you ll want to check on the shock absorbers or struts.
Shock absorber front loader washers 9.
When you wash one large bulky item such as a blanket or comforter it can hug one side of the machine during the spin cycle.
Once the washing machine sees the load is properly balanced the spin cycle continues and ramps up to maximum rpm with minimal vibration.
The shock absorbers or struts are attached to the base frame and to the outer tub and you will need to remove the front panel or the rear panel to access them.
Reasons a washer will make noise during spin mode.
Washing machine making noise during the spin cycle.
When the washer is spinning a loud noise can be heard if a spring should become weak or out of place.
Main drive pulley 3.
Main tub bearing faulty 2.
