🌀 Washer making loud noise during spin

⚠️ Common Causes

Tub bearings worn, spider arm broken (HE), transmission gears worn, drive belt slipping, foreign object in tub

🔧 Parts to Check

• Tub bearings
• Spider arm
• Transmission
• Drive belt

🔧 Troubleshooting Steps

1. Check for foreign objects between inner and outer tub — coins, buttons, bra wires can cause loud grinding
   ✓ Expected: No foreign objects
2. Spin tub by hand — should be smooth. Grinding or rough feeling = tub bearings failed
   ✓ Expected: Smooth rotation
3. Check spider arm (HE washers) — cracked spider arm causes grinding noise during spin
   ✓ Expected: No cracks
4. Check drive belt (top-load) — belt should be tight and not worn. Slipping belt = squealing noise
   ✓ Expected: Belt tight, no wear
5. Check transmission — if grinding persists after bearings/spider are OK, transmission gears may be worn
   ✓ Expected: No grinding from transmission

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