Washing Machine Loud Noise


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Old 03-27-12, 07:34 AM
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Washing Machine Loud Noise

I have an Alliance/Speed Queen top loader washing machine model SWT220WN thats about 5 years old. The other day its started making a load whining and squeeling sound when its running, whether agitating or not.

At first I thought it was the motor or transmission or belt but it feels more like its coming from the drain pump. The sound changes frequency when in different modes (delicate/normal/ final rinse etc). It also makes the noise whether full of clothes or not. Is that somewhat common thing to make noise like that when it goes?? Thanks!
 
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Old 03-28-12, 03:00 AM
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I can't help you to much on that one, There is a clutch assy. that makes noise but I have never worked on it. Take the front off and check belt.
 
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Old 04-12-12, 06:34 PM
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A very common thing with this noise would be something in the drain pump. Most common thing is an underwire from a bra. I would try removing the pump and turn it by hand. If its noisy thats the porblem. Hope this helps.
 
 

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