D08
Brandt Unbalanced Load / Spin Protection

Washer displays D08 and stops; often occurs during spin or high-speed operation.

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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

Severely unbalanced laundry load, Worn or weak shock absorbers, Faulty imbalance sensor (if fitted), Excessive vibration due to installation issues

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Keep the washer unplugged while adjusting installation components.

Rebalance the load:

  • Open the door once the lock releases.
  • Redistribute laundry evenly around the drum. Avoid washing a single heavy item alone (e.g., one bath mat).
  • Run a spin-only cycle.

Check installation:

  • Ensure the washer is level front-to-back and side-to-side using a spirit level.
  • Adjust the front and rear feet so the machine is stable and does not rock.

Inspect suspension:

  • Remove the front lower or rear panel and inspect the shock absorbers (dampers) attached to the tub.
  • If they are leaking oil, bent, or offer little resistance when moved by hand, replace them as a pair with Brandt-compatible dampers.

If D08 persists with balanced loads and good suspension, an imbalance sensor or control logic fault may be present and requires professional diagnosis.

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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Shock Absorbers (Dampers)
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