Washer makes a high-pitched squeal or grinding noise when spinning
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.
Possible Causes
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the washer before removing panels. Do not run the machine with covers removed unless necessary for brief diagnosis.
Step-by-step checks:
- 1. Spin drum by hand: Listen for grinding or roughness. Any rumbling suggests bearing wear.
- 2. Inspect belt and pulleys: Remove rear panel and check the drive belt and pulleys for wear or misalignment. Replace worn belt or idler pulley.
- 3. Check motor: Spin the motor shaft by hand. If it feels rough or noisy, the motor may need replacement.
When to call a technician: Drum bearing replacement requires disassembling the tub and is typically a professional-level repair.
Repair Difficulty
Required Part
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