Bush Drum Bearing Wear / Failure

Washer-dryer is extremely noisy during spin, with rumbling or grinding sounds.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Worn rear drum bearings, Failed bearing seal allowing water ingress, Bent or damaged drum spider, Loose drum pulley

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the appliance. Spinning a failing bearing can cause catastrophic damage.

  • Manual spin test: Rotate the empty drum by hand. Listen for grinding and feel for roughness. Lift the drum up and down at the front; excessive play indicates bearing wear.
  • Check pulley and bolt: Remove the rear panel and inspect the drum pulley and central bolt. Tighten if loose.
  • Assess severity: If noise is severe and there is visible rust or water streaks from the bearing area, the bearings and seal have likely failed.
  • Repair options: On many Bush washer-dryers, bearing replacement requires splitting or replacing the outer tub assembly, which is a complex level-5 repair. Consider replacing the complete tub or the appliance, or use a professional service.
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Repair Difficulty

Professional Required 5/5

Required Part

Drum Bearing Kit / Rear Tub Assembly
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