Whirlpool AWM1400 – Whole unit moves during fast spin

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  • November 21, 2009 at 3:54 pm #50320
    vectrolosys
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    Hi All,

    Just want a second opinion to either confirm or deny my own. Over the past few days, I have noticed that my 9 year old AWM1400 has started to move of its accord, probably during the 1400 RPM spin.

    Today I pulled it out and took the back off. All the concrete blocks are in place but the pair of shock absorbers that sit at the base of the drum, tethering it to the chassis, have pretty much had it. One has pushed all its grease out. I am assuming that this is probably the cause as the drum can now move far more freely than it should.

    I have examined the fittings for the dampers and they seem pretty integral to the drum.

    Are these items replacable, or am I looking at scrapping the unit and purchasing something newer?

    I have taken to running the washer with the 1400/600 RPM wash button pushed in to see if this will curb its physical movement.

    Thanks in advance for any second opinions.

    James

    November 21, 2009 at 5:52 pm #304392
    Penguin45
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    Re: Whirlpool AWM1400 – Whole unit moves during fast spin

    Dampers are replaceable parts if you are sure they’re shot. P/no 4182 466 48088 – an email to spares@ukwhitegoods.co.uk for pricing and ordering.

    I would be far more inclined to check the state of the filter, drum to pump hose and any sink coupling. Many vibration issues are caused by slow/poor drainage.

    Penguin45.

    November 23, 2009 at 9:21 pm #304393
    vectrolosys
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    Re: Whirlpool AWM1400 – Whole unit moves during fast spin

    Hiya,

    Many thanks for coming back, Just wanted to give you an update and advise that this issue is technically resolved.

    1 – I checked the filter and found it to be full of fluff, odd as I only cleaned it out very recently. My wife advised she’d washed the dogs blanket, which would account for the fluff.

    2 – The pump has started to cavitate.

    The fluff clearance has made a difference, the machine doesn’t move during the high speed spin cycle now, which is good.

    I will be replacing the drain pump and the dampers, as they are pretty shot and the drum sits quite low down, even with a moderate load.

    Once again, thanks. This has turned out on more than one occasion, to be a very useful forum!!

    James

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