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Samsung Washer shakes
Common reasons your Samsung Washer shakes
The most common reasons your Samsung washer shakes are a damaged suspension rod, a broken motor, or a failed suspension spring.
39% of the time it's the Suspension Rod
11% of the time it's the Motor
9% of the time it's the Spring Suspension
41% of the time it's the Something else
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Most common repairs needed to fix a Samsung washer
Suspension Rod Replacement
When the suspension rod in the washer is damaged, worn or broken, the wash tub will vibrate or shake excessively, creating noises such as banging loudly against the sides of the washer cabinet. This is because the suspension rod will no longer have the ability to support or stabilize the tub. A damaged or worn suspension rod can lead to excessive damage to other components of the washer, so have a Sears Home Services technician inspect the washer and replace the rod if needed.
Motor Replacement
A broken washer motor will prevent the spin basket from rotating or agitating, and can also cause a variety of other issues that affect the washer's ability to function properly. Signs that the motor is wearing out include loud noises during operation, such as grinding or squealing sounds, or excessive vibration or shaking. The washer may also exhibit erratic spinning or agitation, with clothes not being properly rinsed or still soaking wet after the spin cycle. Additionally, a worn-out motor may lead to the washer not completing its cycles, stopping abruptly, or not starting at all. Burnt smells or overheating around the motor area can be indicative of internal problems. In some cases, visible damage to the motor itself may be apparent.
Spring Suspension Replacement
The suspension spring in a washer helps balance the weight of the wash tub. If the spring fails, the wash tub will become unbalanced and may vibrate and shake excessively or bang loudly against the washer cabinet. This may also cause damage to other components of the washing machine. If you suspect the suspension spring in your washer has failed, schedule a service call with a Sears Home Services technician to inspect your washer and replace the spring if needed.
Why is my Samsung washer shaking violently?
Samsung Front-Load Washer Shaking
For a front-load Samsung washer, the machine will thump and shake significantly at the beginning of the spin cycle as the vibration reduction system begins to balance the load for high-speed spinning.
A heavy load or a bulky item in the load can cause longer thumping and shaking noises at the start of the spin cycle.
Once the front-load washer balances the load and begins spinning at high speed, the thumping and shaking should stop.
If your washer continues to shake violently during the entire time that the washer tries to spin the load, stop the washer and rebalance the load and/or remove some items so the washer will spin normally.
If tip doesn’t help, then a bad shock absorber or suspension spring could be causing the shaking problem. Schedule washer repair service to have the machine examined and repaired by a Sears Home Services technician.
Samsung Top-Load Washer Shaking
An unbalanced load is the number one cause of a top-load washer shaking violently. Stop the washer and rebalance the load when you hear banging, thumping and shaking when the washer begins the spin cycle. Pull items out of the machine if the spin basket is overloaded.
If the machine shakes violently even with a balanced and normal-sized load, then a failure in a suspension rod and/or suspension spring could be causing the problem.
Schedule washer repair service to have the machine examined and repaired by a Sears Home Services technician when it won’t spin properly.
What to expect when you experience a Samsung washer shakes issue
How is the washer shakes issue fixed?
Correcting most washer shaking issues involves replacing the suspension rod, motor, or suspension spring. However, there are many potential causes, so a thorough diagnosis is key to fixing the problem. An accurate diagnosis is essential to understanding how much the repair will be.
Sears Home Services recommendations for a washer shakes problem
When a washer shakes, it can be for many reasons. To avoid replacing unneeded parts, we recommend having a Sears Home Services professional perform diagnostic tests to identify the root cause of the problem. Our technicians are experienced at diagnosing all types of washer failures.
What to look out for with a washer shakes diagnosis
Diagnosing modern appliances without proper knowledge and training can be difficult. Without using proper diagnostic techniques, fixing your washer problem will only be achieved through changing parts on a hunch. Appliances, especially in the last 10 years, have become extremely advanced, and many models have electronic parts that are difficult to test. DIY repairs on the latest appliance models are becoming increasingly difficult.
Shaking in a Samsung washer often means worn suspension rods or an off-balance drum. Left unresolved, vibrations can damage internal components. Instead of risking worse harm, consult washer repair service. A stable spin helps your Samsung deliver efficient, gentle cycles.
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Glossary Terms
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A washing machine pedestal is a platform that raises the washer off the ground, providing easier access to the appliances and often includes additional storage space such as drawers.
A washer tub is the interior part of a washing machine where clothes are placed for washing, typically made of stainless steel, plastic, or porcelain-coated metal, designed to hold water and withstand the agitation or spinning during the wash cycle.
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