I have a kenmore front loading washing machine, about four years old. It's worked like a dream until now, when it makes very loud banging sounds during the spin cycle. I believe the stainless steel tub is hitting the plastic housing.
2006-06-10 14:14:45 · 8 answers · asked by wwarner 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
IF THE MODEL # STARTS WITH 417 REMOVE BOTTOM PANEL AND CHECK THE TWO SHOCKS. IF THEY ARE NOT BROKEN THE TUB SUPPORT IS. THIS REQUIRES A NEW BASKET AND COMPLETE REAR HALF OF THE TUB WHICH THE BEARRING IS PRESSED INTO. $750.00 TO REPAIR. CALL A TECH TO BE SURE. IF YOU DECLINE REPAIR. ALL YOU PAY IS THE SERVICE CALL. WHICH IS APPLIED TO REPLACEMENT. FROM A SEARS TECH.
2006-06-15 00:08:21 · answer #1 · answered by mountainriley 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ninety percent of the time that happens, it's due to the washer being out of level.
Underneath the machine, are adjustable feet. Usually round. You can use a wrench or a set of slip joing pliers to move them.
Find a two foot level, borrow one on buy one, they aren't expensive and handy to have at home.
Then adjust the level, so that the level bubble is dead center. Do this in both axis. That's front to back and side to side.
That should solve the problem.
Good luck.
2006-06-10 14:27:47 · answer #2 · answered by johnb693 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mine is doing that too, I spoke to a repairman and he said something about gliders inside the drum are probably worn and need replacing. Mine sounds like a loud metal rubbing sound and is worse with heavier loads like jeans or towels:) He is coming out within the week, I can keep you updated if you like.
2006-06-10 14:19:48 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
All front loaders have a suspension system that usually consists of springs for support & shock -absorber type devices(dampeners) to absorb vibration. I would remove the front service panel & check for broken parts.
2006-06-10 17:41:57 · answer #4 · answered by applpro 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check out repairclinic.com. It will show you what the problem may be and what part it may need. You might be able to do the job yourself, and you can even order the parts from them.
2006-06-10 15:03:29 · answer #5 · answered by jollygreen60 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
put cardboard under the legs. Works like a charm.
2006-06-10 14:17:57 · answer #6 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
look in your phone book and you should ask if they would do a free qute all maby see if a friend or famiery member would have a look at it
2006-06-10 14:23:20 · answer #7 · answered by hairaarron 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It might pay you to just buy a new one...
2006-06-10 14:31:00 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋