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Washer vibrates rattles when full, quieter when empty

My washer is rattling on the spin cycle when there are clothes in it, even when it is definitely not overloaded. When I press down on the top of the washer or on the front with my hand, I can make the rattling stop, but I as soon as I move my hand, it starts back up again. I ran the washer without anything in it, and the rattling is much, much quieter, though still faintly present. The washer also vibrates back and forth whether full or empty.

I used a level to make sure the legs weren’t different lengths, and they are fine. I’m going to take the cabinet off soon, and I’m hoping the community can point me in the right direction as to what to look for. Thanks!

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Cause 1

Rear Drum with Bearing

The rear drum has a bearing or bearings in it to keep the inner tub spinning smoothly. If the tub bearing system is defective the washer can become very noisy. On some machines bearings are sold separately from the rear drum, however we recommend replacing both the outer drum and bearing as an assembly if the manufacturer offers the components together because removing and pressing in the new bearing can be exceptionally difficult. Be aware that replacing the outer tub and bearing is also not easy and can be very costly.

Cause 2

Bearing

The tub bearing is mounted in the middle of the outer tub. The tub bearing helps to keep the inner tub spinning smoothly. Replacing the tub bearing is a very involved repair and will require disassembling most of the washer. If the tub bearing is defective, we recommend replacing both the outer tub and bearing.

Cause 3

Tub Bearing

The tub bearing is mounted in the middle of the outer tub. The tub bearing helps to keep the inner tub spinning smoothly. Replacing the tub bearing is a very involved repair and will require disassembling most of the washer. If the tub bearing is defective, we recommend replacing both the outer tub and bearing as an assembly if the manufacturer offers the components together.

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