Indesit Foreign Object Between Drum and Tub

Washer-dryer makes a scraping or metallic noise when the drum turns.

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.

Possible Causes

Bra wire, coin, screw or other small object trapped between inner drum and outer tub, damaged drum lifter (paddle)

Safety: Unplug before inspection.

Inspect drum holes: Shine a torch through the drum perforations to look for foreign objects.
Check drum paddles: Some Indesit paddles can be removed to access trapped items. Remove the paddle and retrieve the object.
Access via heater or sump: In some cases, removing the heater or sump hose allows access to trapped objects.
Replace damaged paddles: If a drum lifter is loose or broken, replace it.

Medium 3/5

Drum Paddle (Lifter)

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