Washing machine vibrates and stands unsteadily


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Solutions when the washing machine vibrates and stands unsteadily

Step 1:

The error may be due to defective bearings. This will often result in a knocking or howling metallic sound, depending on how involved the bearings are. Defective bearings also often cause dark spots (rust/oil deposits) on the clothes.

Step 2:

The error may be due to defective shock absorbers. Most shock absorbers are friction dampers, which work via the rubbing resistance (friction) between the tube and the piston. Loose dampers cause the washing machine's suspension to not work and this leads to wear and tear on the bearings, which often also results in a knocking sound.

Step 3:

The error can be caused by a clogged thread or a foreign body in the pump housing, which causes the water to not come out quickly enough. Most washing machines have a fuse (level control) which ensures that they do not spin with too much water in them. If this fuse is faulty, the problem with water in the machine during centrifugation could occur because the water cannot get out quickly enough. This will cause the washing machine to stand unsteadily.

Step 4:

The error can be caused by an overcrowded washing machine or a large imbalance, which can also cause an imbalance that causes the machine to stand unsteadily. The imbalance can, for example, occur when washing larger items - e.g. a duvet cover - or too few items - e.g. jeans / cowboy trousers.

Step 5:

The error may be due to the washing machine not being level - possibly as a result of the washing machine being on a smooth surface and thus having the opportunity to move during centrifugation. Remedy the problem by placing the washing machine on a non-slip surface. You can possibly use a set of rubber feet that can be placed under the existing plastic feet. If there is a slope on the floor, the washing machine will also be able to move during centrifugation and in this case it is also recommended that you place the washing machine on rubber feet or another non-slip surface. The rubber feet also help prevent noise from spreading to the floor during centrifugation.

Step 6:

The error may be due to the washing machine not being calibrated. Some newer washing machines have a calibration function which adjusts the machine based on where it is standing. See the machine's manual for whether your machine should be calibrated. There are also instructions for this, as it can vary from machine to machine.

 

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