Candy Excessive Vibration / Suspension Fault

Washer-dryer makes very loud banging or knocking noises during spin.

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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 or leaking shock absorbers (dampers), Broken or detached tub suspension springs, Transit bolts not removed on new installation, Drum out of balance due to heavy load

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the appliance. Do not continue running the machine if it is violently shaking, as further damage may occur.

Step-by-step checks:

  • Check installation: Ensure the machine is level on a solid floor. Adjust the feet so the cabinet does not rock.
  • Verify transit bolts: On recently installed Candy combos, confirm that all rear transit bolts and spacers have been removed.
  • Inspect dampers: Remove the rear or front lower panel and examine the shock absorbers. If they are oily, bent, or offer little resistance when moved by hand, replace them in pairs.
  • Check suspension springs: From the top, inspect the springs holding the tub. Replace any that are stretched or broken.
  • Balance loads: Advise users to avoid overloading and to mix large and small items.

When to call a technician: If noise persists after suspension repair, the drum bearings or spider may be failing and require professional replacement.

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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Shock Absorbers
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