Café Foreign Object in Drum or Pump

Washer-dryer combo makes a rattling or clicking noise during wash or spin, especially with small items.

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Possible Causes

Coins or small objects in drum, Item trapped between tub and drum, Debris in drain pump, Loose hardware inside cabinet

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the unit before inspecting the pump or internal areas.

Steps:

  • Check drum: Inspect the drum for loose items and check around the door gasket folds.
  • Clean pump filter: Remove and clean the drain pump filter to clear coins or debris.
  • Listen for location: Run a short cycle and listen to identify if the noise is from the front (pump) or rear (drum/pulley).

When to call a technician: If an object is trapped between the tub and drum, disassembly is required and should be done by a professional.

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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Drain Pump Filter
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