Washing machine issue

Hedgecutter

When I rotate the drum inside the my washing machine it sound very rough, like something is rubbing.

Still spinning and washing. What could be the problem ?

Dakota Dan

The drum bearing more than likely is the problem.

Hedgecutter

I wasn't sure if there was a bearing but that is exactly what it sounds like.

Is that a hard fix?

Avns1s

There's a nice bit of work in it to be honest. Some of the newer machines have a sealed drum so it can't be done at all. open the top of the machine and check and see if your drum has a series of bolts holding the two halves together.

If it's an older machine, it may not be worth the cost or effort, unless you can do it yourself. Get a price before you start. If you can do it yourself, it's a cheap fix, perhaps €40 for the bits, but be prepared for a few skinned fingers and a bit of swearing!!

Hedgecutter

Avns1s wrote: »

There's a nice bit of work in it to be honest. Some of the newer machines have a sealed drum so it can't be done at all. open the top of the machine and check and see if your drum has a series of bolts holding the two halves together.

If it's an older machine, it may not be worth the cost or effort, unless you can do it yourself. Get a price before you start. If you can do it yourself, it's a cheap fix, perhaps €40 for the bits, but be prepared for a few skinned fingers and a bit of swearing!!

Think ill have a go my self.

Can you recommend any online site for the bearings.

Hotpoint Aquarius WMA54

com1

I've bought stuff from this site before (dishwasher door lock and fridge water filters). I found the prices to be competitive and delivery was fast (2 days after ordering)


https://www.espares.co.uk/search/mo436817pt1553/washing-machines/bearings/hotpoint/wma54n

Hedgecutter

com1 wrote: »

I've bought stuff from this site before (dishwasher door lock and fridge water filters). I found the prices to be competitive and delivery was fast (2 days after ordering)


https://www.espares.co.uk/search/mo436817pt1553/washing-machines/bearings/hotpoint/wma54n

Thanks, I wondering if they are just standard bearing I could buy of the shelf.

com1

Hedgecutter wrote: »

Thanks, I wondering if they are just standard bearing I could buy of the shelf.

I will have to defer to someone more knowledgeable on the subject. I have never changed a bearing on a washing machine. Though one would assume that as long as the existing seals are OK and can be re-used then the bearing could come from anywhere as long as it meets the specs.

The Red Ace

before you go to any expense you would need to be sure that it is bearing issue, look down by the large pulley wheel if you have rust stains, bearings worn and maybe the shaft as well so you would need to remove the drum assembly and dismantle it and see what is needed, a lot of intricate work for a diyer unless you feel extremely confident, treat yourself with a new one would be my advice