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aprilshelby5
Feb 28, 2010, 05:08 PM
We have an older Whirlpool top-loading washer. It works great except that it bounces all over the floor during the spin cycle. Sometimes, when it really gets going, you can hear the inside basin hitting the wall of the washer on one side. Any suggestions?

Flying Blue Eagle
Feb 28, 2010, 11:57 PM
APRILSHELLY5= OK ,here is four reasons for the washer to do the watussie on spin
and the answers for correction followe by numberthey are addressed''#1- Wash load not balanced or tub is overloaded;; #2- washer is not level and probably seting on three legs;; #3=basket[tub] hold down nut is loose #4= snubber not working properly;; #5= check all starting with #1 ending at #4 FIRST OF SALL DISCONNECT THE POWER CORD FROM THE RECEPTICAL,STAY SAFE:: ANSWERS FOR POSSIBLE REPAIRSL:; #1= Redistrbute wash load[probl;y is loaded more heavy on one side;;#2= Adjust all four washer legs ,level washer until sets solid on floor;; #3=tighten basket[tub] or replace worn basket support;; #4= repair snubber assembly or repair replace defective part/parts in the assemblyHOPE this helps youal out and turn the radio off when washing clothes ha ha; LET ME KNOW Have a great day and GOD BLESS ::F.B.E.