Is your washer stopping when it gets to the spin cycle? Maybe the spin cycle appears to run, but the clothes are still soaking wet when you open up your washer! There are a few reasons why a washer spin cycle might not work – let’s dive into the common causes and solutions!
An unbalanced load is probably the number one cause of spin cycle issues! When a load is unbalanced, it can cause the washer to rock visibly during the spin cycle and make a lot more noise than usual. The washer might stop working during the middle of the spin cycle, or you might find your clothes are much wetter than you expected! This is more likely when washing large items, but it can happen with any load. Here are some tips for preventing unbalanced loads:
If there’s an issue with your washer’s drainage, your spin cycle won’t be able to complete, as there’s nowhere for the water to go! Some signs of a drainage issue are water left after the spin cycle, an error message related to drain problems, and loud noises during the cycle.
To fix the issue:
Many washers won’t start a spin cycle if the lid is open due to the risk of splashing. If your lid switch is faulty, your washer may be sensing that the lid is open even if it’s closed. Some signs that your washer spin cycle issues are due to a lid switch are the spin cycle failing to start, physical damage to the lid switch, and the absence of a clicking sound when you close the lid. In some brands, an error message might also be displayed to indicate a faulty switch. To fix this:
The drive belt loops around the drum of your washer and spins the drum during the spin cycle. If your drum is agitating normally during the wash cycle but not spinning properly during the spin cycle, the drive belt might be to blame. Over time, the drive belt can stretch or get worn and frayed, so it doesn’t have the tension to spin the drum correctly. When this happens, you might also notice a squealing noise when the washer is running the spin cycle, or you may hear the motor running but notice the drum isn’t spinning at all.
To fix:
Drum bearings help the drum turn smoothly during both wash and spin cycles. They might get worn with time and continuous use, which can mean both the wash and spin cycles don’t operate properly. Signs of worn drum bearings can be a loud noise during the spin cycle and visible rust around the interior of the drum.
To fix:
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