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Help... New LG WM4270HWA Front Loader Washer making noise during spin.

7 years ago

Is it normal during spin that the Washer making noise? Sound like the suspension is squeakling. Does anyone have this experience?

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blodg8
Original Author

7 years ago

Turned out the washer was not making the hardware noises. There was a foam left behind from the first delivery people that cause the queaking noises when it starts washing and spin and got really loud. But Pacific Sales (Best Buy appliances division) replaced it anyways since they brought over the new one and opened it.

NOTE to new owner of LG WM4270HWA washer, make sure the foam that was package in the box are taken out completely from the bottom as well.

I am a happy camper now! Thanks

Comments (8)

A J
7 years ago
I don't have that model, but do have a new LG WM3370 and it does not make that noise.
georgect
7 years ago
Could be a spring or the suspension. Some times the spring hook (suspended from the cabinet frame) could use some silicone. The rubbing may cause a squeak.
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sspeer9
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I have that model and don't have any issues. Could you tell us more about the squeak? Is it louder/faster at faster spin speeds or certain times?
blodg8
Original Author
7 years ago
@Sspeer9 During start of spin, the squeaking noise sounds like the suspension is rubbing against the body of the washer and it gets louder as the spin speed up. I called Best Buy-PAcific Sales and they are replacing it with a new one this Thursday. crossing my finger! Yes, Brand New LG washer and its making this noise is not pleasant.
blodg8
Original Author
7 years ago
HI all,

While I am getting the LG Washer replace today, I want to find out about the way the front loader washing mechanism works during spin. I had did couple load over the 2 weeks I had it and during spin, it seems to be a bit off balance at the start of the spin. Is this normal or I did have a bad washer that doesnt keep the tub in balance before and during spins. It gets a bit loud in the beginning of the spin. Please let me know what is your experience with your front loader washer.

Thanks
A J
7 years ago
Mine tries to balance the load before spinning, if it doesn't do a good job and wobbles too much it will stop and re-balance it again. I don't think that process is loud, but you can tell when it is not balanced correctly. Luckily it just slows down and tries again when it happens.
enduring
7 years ago
Duh! I am glad you have a resolution.

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