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What are the various noises I hear from my washer?
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A loud banging sound in the pipes is usually caused by a water hammer
effect. Water hammer sounds are caused by a valve closing in the
system, and yet the water in the pipe is still flowing because of its
kinetic energy. The banging happens as the water hits the valve that
prevents it from going any further. If the kinetic energy is great
enough, it can actually cause a pipe to burst or explode at the end. If
a valve is closed near the beginning or in the middle of a system, the
water keeps flowing after that point, and it can actually create a
vacuum. This vacuum can cause a pipe to implode if the stress is too
great.
Roaring type noises may be coming from a spin bearing. This
bearing
probably had the grease washed from it because of a tub seal leak.
Squeaking sounds in a new washer are usually caused by the new
parts
getting broken in, and will usually go away after several washes.
The sounds of water gurgling, slurping, or sloshing during a
spin
cycle are usually caused by the drain pump pushing the water out of the
washer tub.
Too much water pressure can cause a whistling or squealing
sound.
Adjust the hot and cold intake water valves to relieve this sound.
Metallic clinking sounds during spin or agitation may be the
result
of drive train components meshing during speed changes or after a
pause.
Swishing or swooshing type of sounds may be caused by water
and suds
trapped between the tub and basket during a spin cycle, and will
usually clear up as the water is drained from the washer.
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