Zanussi Drum Bearing Wear / Failure

Washer-dryer makes very loud rumbling or roaring noises during spin, sometimes with vibration, no error code.

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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 tub seal allowing water into bearings, Bent drum shaft (spider), Overloading over time

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Unplug the appliance.

  • Check drum play: With the door open, lift the drum up and down. Excessive movement or grinding noises indicate bearing wear.
  • Spin by hand: Rotate the drum manually. Roughness, scraping, or rumbling confirms bearing issues.
  • Assess repair viability: On many Zanussi washer-dryer combos, bearing replacement requires splitting or replacing the entire tub assembly.
  • Replace tub/bearing assembly: If proceeding, remove the drum and fit a new rear tub with bearings and seal, or a complete tub assembly as specified for your model.

Because this is a complex and time-consuming repair, many users choose professional service or replacement of the appliance.

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Repair Difficulty

Professional Required 5/5

Required Part

Rear Drum Bearing / Tub Assembly
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