Washing Machine Making Loud Noise

Banging During Spin — Unbalanced Load

The most common cause. If laundry has bunched to one side of the drum, the machine vibrates heavily and may bang against the cabinet or surrounding units. Redistribute the load and try again.

Banging or Clanking — Foreign Object in Drum

Coins, hair grips, bra underwires and other small metal objects can fall out of pockets and rattle or bang against the drum. Check the drum interior and the pump filter for foreign objects.

Loud Rumbling During Spin — Worn Drum Bearings

A deep rumbling or roaring noise during spin that gets louder over time strongly indicates worn drum bearings. This fault will worsen and eventually cause the drum to become loose. Bearings must be replaced by a qualified engineer.

Grinding or Scraping — Object Trapped by Door Seal

A grinding or scraping noise can be caused by a small object such as a coin or button becoming trapped between the drum and the door seal. Check around the seal carefully before running another cycle.

Squealing or Squeaking — Worn Motor Brushes or Belt

A high-pitched squealing noise indicates worn carbon brushes on the motor or a worn drive belt. Both are internal components that need to be diagnosed and replaced by a qualified engineer.

Rattling During Fill or Drain — Pump Filter or Loose Component

A rattling noise when the machine is filling or draining can be caused by a partially blocked pump filter or a loose component inside the machine. Clean the pump filter as a first step.

Redistribute the Load

If the noise occurs during spin, open the door, rearrange the laundry evenly around the drum and try the spin again. This resolves banging and thumping caused by an unbalanced load.

Check for Foreign Objects

Check all pockets before loading laundry. Inspect the drum interior and the door seal for any trapped objects. Clean the pump filter and check for coins or debris inside it.

Check the Machine is Level

Ensure all four feet are in firm contact with the floor. Adjust the feet if necessary and use anti-vibration feet or a mat if the machine is on a hard floor.

Check Transit Bolts Have Been Removed

On a newly installed machine, ensure all transit bolts have been removed from the back of the machine. These protect the drum during transport and must be removed before use — leaving them in place causes severe banging during spin.