Why is My Washing Machine Squeaking?
A squeaking washing machine is an indication of worn-out parts like bearings, tubs, drive belts, snubbers, or pulleys. If the drum inside your washing machine becomes misaligned, it can cause friction against other components, resulting in squeaking. The most common culprits of a squeaking washing machine include:
- Belts: Any belts that are part of driving the drum will eventually stretch and, with greater tension to maintain, they will make a pretty big noise.
- Bearings: Sometimes, with heavy use over a long time, the bearings of the drum will wear out and, during the spinning cycle.
- Damaged or worn-out suspension springs: Suspension springs, when damaged or worn out, will not provide the required support to the drum and will make a squeaking or knocking noise during operation.
- Loose screws or parts not aligned: Misaligned parts of loose screws also creates squeaking sounds.
Let’s take a closer look at how you can examine why your washing machine is squeaking. You can check if the machine’s pump is worn out or not by unplugging the machine and removing the pump. Check if there are any cracks or if it is seized. While trying to identify you should be cautious, it is better to seek out professional services to prevent any damage while looking for problems.
Fix the Squeak Today!
Start by inspecting the washing machine belts—worn or stretched belts are a common cause of squeaking and are easy to replace. Next, check the drum bearings and suspension springs for any damage. If the noise persists, look for loose or misaligned parts that might be causing the squeak.
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