The washer operates normally during wash cycles. When the spin cycle starts it sounds like the inner drum is banging on the inside of the outer drum. I have checked the springs (top) and shocks (bottom) and they appear okay. I ran the Drain/Spin cycle with the back panel off to verify outer drum is not problem. Are there bearings between the two drums that could be causing the problem?
Yes you are exactly right, these bearings have failed & are causing the noise very common problem with whirlpool front loaders. very expensive to repair worth while looking into replacing instead of repairing as it will just happen again.The new LG machines are the best in my opinion.
SOURCE: whirlpool duet washer, inner stainless drum rubs
This sounds like a worn bearing housing or the bearing itself has packed up,either way you would have to strip and check these and replace what is broken
SOURCE: the drum bangs on the spin
Two possibles for this are aloose balance block or cracked drum spider.The front block is most prone to coming loose.
To check spider rotate drum little by little and pull towards you to check for movement.
Post back if further help needed.
Thankyou
SOURCE: spin cycle very loud,
spin surpport defective,,,this part is under warranty,,lifetime warranty..contact whirlpool for replacement of spin basket,,onthejopb
SOURCE: Front Loader Model #FWT449G5S00 banging
The bearings on the drum may be going bad or the counter weight may be broken off or missing or heavy unbalanced loads. Reach inside and try lifting up on the interior drum. If it moves up and down or you feel any popping I would say the bearings are going bad. They usually make a lot more noise on the spin cycle also. Similar to an airplane taking off.
Hope this helps.
SOURCE: Whirlpool duet washers started making a loud
It appears your vibration damper or drum roller has failed in this instance.
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If your unit has never been serviced - there should still be an original service manual enclosed in plastic taped to the inside of the shell.
In the service manual are Error codes, maintenance procedures, and troubleshooting steps you can follow.
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