Washing machine shakes and makes loud noise: Here's a simple fix that doesn't cost you a repairman

To fix the problem of the washing machine shaking and making loud noises when operating, you need to know what causes this condition.

Washing machines vibrating and making loud noises during operation is a common problem that many households encounter. There are many causes for this condition.

Causes of washing machine shaking and making loud noise

Overloaded washing

Putting more clothes in the washing machine than the allowed washing capacity will overload the device and cause an imbalance when operating. This is a mistake that many people make because of the habit of putting all dirty clothes in the washing machine to wash at once. This habit not only damages the washing machine, reduces the life of the device and also prevents the clothes from being cleaned in the best way.

Place the washing machine in an unbalanced position

If the washing surface is not placed in a balanced position, during operation, the washing drum will tilt and cause noise when colliding with the machine shell.

Technical error

Technical errors such as warped drum shaft, faulty shock absorbers, improperly installed load devices, loose belts, and problems with the motor controlling the drum's rotation shaft can cause the drum to vibrate and make loud noises during operation.

Some other errors

Clothes are twisted together and pushed to one corner, causing an imbalance that also causes the washing drum to hit the machine's shell, creating noise and vibration.

In addition, there may be a foreign object in the washing machine drum. When the machine is running, this object hits the machine body and makes a noise.

How to fix a washing machine that shakes and makes loud noises

Among the above causes, the number 1 cause of the washing machine shaking and making loud noises during operation is because the machine is not placed in a balanced position. When the machine is not placed in a balanced position, the washing drum is tilted, unbalanced and will shake violently during operation, creating loud noises.

In this case, you should check the surface of the washing machine. If it is not flat, move the washing machine to another location or place the machine's feet so that they are flat.

You can also reinforce the washing machine's placement with hardwood planks or concrete to ensure a flat, sturdy surface.

When washing, only put a moderate amount of clothes in the washing machine (the amount of clothes should only take up 2/3 of the washing drum). Sort clothes by material and color to achieve the best cleaning effect and prolong the life of the machine.

Check the clothes and the washing machine carefully to make sure there are no foreign objects such as stones, keys, etc. mixed in the clothes or the washing machine.

If you have tried changing the position of the machine, adding a moderate amount of clothes but the machine still vibrates and makes loud noises, the cause may be a technical error. In that case, you need to contact the warranty center for appropriate handling measures.