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LG Washer - Troubleshooting Noises During the Cycle

Troubleshooting
Laundry Accessories, Washers
06/22/2024

At a Glance

Noises during the spin cycle can be caused by laundry becoming unbalanced in the drum, foreign objects stuck in the tub, or the washer not being level.

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Select Your Washer Model:

Front Load Washer
Top Load Washer
Is the noise during the wash or spin cycle?
Wash Cycle Spin Cycle
Front Load Washer - Wash Cycle
1. Ensure the Shipping Bolts are Removed
  
  Open the door and try to shake the drum. If there is no wobble, remove the shipping bolts at the rear of the washer.
2. Adjust the size of the load.
  
  For optimal performance, the tub should be about 2/3 of its capacity, as the laundry can move freely within the tub.
3. Rearrange laundry in the drum.
  Press the [Pause] button on the washer.
  
  If the laundry is not evenly spread and stuck to one side in the tub, this can create a pounding or rattling noise during the spin cycle.
  
  Laundry items such as rugs, blankets, mats, and waterproof fabrics, can cause the tub to become lopsided during the spins and prolong the spin time.
4. Check the drum for foreign objects stuck in the tub.
  Remove any clothing that is inside the drum.
  
  With the clothing removed, rotate the drum by hand to see if the noise continues. If the noise continues, the washer will require repair service.
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Front Load Washer - Spin Cycle
1. Check if the Washer is Balanced
  During the spin cycle, the tub rotates and vibrates.
  
  Push the washing machine forward, backwards, and sideways to see if it shakes.
  
  If you feel shaking, adjust the legs of the washer.
2. Rearrange Laundry in the Drum
  Press the [Pause] button on the washer.
  
  If the laundry is not evenly spread and stuck to one side in the tub, this can create a pounding or rattling noise during the spin cycle.
  
  Laundry items such as rugs, blankets, mats, and waterproof fabrics, can cause the tub to become lopsided during the spins and prolong the spin time.
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If the noise continues after trying the above troubleshooting, service will be required for a proper diagnosis. Request a repair with our 24/7 Chat Support.

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Is the noise during the wash or spin cycle?
Wash Cycle Spin Cycle
Top Load Washer - Wash Cycle
1. Rearrange laundry in the drum
  
  Press the [Pause] button on the washer.
  If the laundry is not evenly spread and stuck to one side in the tub, this can create a pounding or rattling noise during the spin cycle.
  Laundry items such as rugs, blankets, mats, and waterproof fabrics, can cause the tub to become lopsided during the spins and prolong the spin time.
2. Check the drum for foreign objects stuck in the tub
  
  Remove the laundry and check if there is a foreign object such as a coin or a steel wire, etc. in the tub.
  If there is a foreign object stuck in, remove it using a tool.
3. Adjust the Load Size
  
  For optimal performance, the tub should be about 2/3 of its capacity, as the laundry can move freely within the tub.
WE'RE HERE TO HELP
Need to contact us?

If the noise continues after trying the above troubleshooting, service will be required for a proper diagnosis. Request a repair with our 24/7 Chat Support.

Chat Now
Top Load Washer - Spin Cycle
1. Check if the washer is balanced.
  During the spin cycle, the tub rotates and vibrates.
  
  Push the washing machine forward, backwards, and sideways to see if it shakes.
  
  If you feel shaking, adjust the tilting side of the washing machine.
2. Rearrange laundry in the drum
  Press the [Pause] button on the washer.
  
  If the laundry is not evenly spread and stuck to one side in the tub, this can create a pounding or rattling noise during the spin cycle.
  
  Laundry items such as rugs, blankets, mats, and waterproof fabrics, can cause the tub to become lopsided during the spins and prolong the spin time.