The washing machine is buzzing when pressed: why does it hum, why and what to do

Modern washing machines work very quietly compared to the very first models, which rustled quite strongly, especially in the process of spinning. Now the appearance of extraneous sounds is considered a signal that the washing machine is not all right. If the appliance starts to hum while squeezing, you need to immediately identify the cause. Even when the problem is not serious, it is better to eliminate it immediately. Humming is an annoying factor that hinders rest, and besides, it can cause trouble for your neighbors.

In this article we will tell you about why the unit suddenly starts to buzz during the spin, and how it can be fixed.

We list the most common reasons for the appearance of hum.

Extraneous sounds during spinning can occur in the following cases:

• forgot to unscrew the bolts before starting the operation of the washing machine, which must fix the tank when transporting the unit;
• one of the bearings has worn or damaged;
• a foreign object entered the cavity between the tank and the drum;
• the drive belt attached to the pulley of the drum is loosened;
• counterweights installed on both sides of the tank are poorly fixed;
• rubber cuff slipped from the edge of the hatch, or it does not fit in size;
• there are errors in the installation of the washing machine.

If the reason is in the forgotten bolts holding the tank, you just need to remove them. Usually these bolts fix the springs on which the tank hangs. They are located on the back of the washing machine and are unscrewed with a wrench without any problems.

If the case is in a worn bearing, this part should be replaced with the packing. To remove the bearing, you need to disassemble the washing machine, pull out the tank and remove the drum. To do this, read an article about how to replace the bearing in a washing machine, or watch a video tutorial on replacing it.

If foreign objects of are inside the device, it is necessary to remove them so that they do not damage the mechanism. To do this, the stylalka also has to be disassembled in order to inspect the tank and remove the obstruction.

If the cause in the pulley drum, is required to inspect its attachment and the integrity of the strap. The attachment can be loosened, and the drive belt can tear as a result of prolonged operation of the unit. Instead of a worn belt, you should buy a new one, and the weakened fastening of the pulley - tighten with tools.

If this is a counterbalance, the is easy to fix. Counterweights are needed for the washing machine to vibrate less during the spin process. If these structural elements are faulty, the vibrations are amplified, resulting in a hum. The most common breakdown that happens with counterweights is the weakening of the anchorages. As in the previous case, the loosened fastener should be simply tightened.

If the rubber cuff is to blame, will most likely replace it. However, there is also a "people's" method of solving this problem. This is done with a piece of sandpaper, which is placed between the sealing cuff and the front panel. Then launches the wash mode with an empty drum. After that, you just need to remove the sandpaper and clean the drum of pieces of rubber and sandpaper. It is believed that this way, you can quickly align the defective cuff.

If you decide to replace the cuff, see the next video on how to do it correctly.

If it's not a breakdown, but in an improperly connected washing machine, all connections must be dismantled and reconnected, following the user's guide exactly. If you doubt that you can properly connect to the sewer and water pipes, it is better to entrust this work to a professional.

After eliminating the cause of the buzz during spinning, it is necessary to ensure that no extraneous noise appears again.

For this, try to follow simple tips:

• Do not overload the washing machine. Load as many kilograms of laundry into the drum as this model is designed, but no more.
• Do not wash too often, let your assistant relax. Experts advise to run the styralka not more than once a day - for a day it will have time to dry out and "have a rest".
• Try to wash more often at the highest possible temperature and with the greatest number of revolutions.
• Do not forget to periodically clean the drain filter.
• Each time before loading laundry into the drum, check to see if small items have been lost in the pockets or in the folds of things.