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Suspension Spring
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PartSelect Number PS11743345
Manufacturer Part Number WP63907
The suspension spring supports the outer tub and keeps the tub steady during loads that could cause an unbalance. If this part breaks, is worn down or has stretched out and lost its spring, it could cause the load to be off-balance which can lead to excessive shaking, moving, noise, and leaks. For this repair, you will need a 1/4 nut driver, a putty knife, a flat blade screwdriver, and a pair of needle-nose pliers. Disconnect the power supply, fill hoses, and drain hose to give you safe and easy access (have a container nearby for water left in drain hose). This item is sold individually, which is important as you may need to repair multiple springs in your appliance, which carries three suspension springs. As an inexpensive part, we recommend purchasing several at a time, as they can be very useful to have on-hand.
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Brian from Seattle, WA
Washer tub slammed into washer body during spin cycle
If you load a washing machine unevenly, it will spin out of balance. But our washer seemed to make noise during the spin cycle regardless of how the load was distributed. I suspected that the suspension or balancing springs were getting tired, and ordered a replacement set.

First I disconnected the washer from the water and power supply, then I laid it on its back.

The tub rested on the back of the washer, making two of the three suspension springs relax, and they were pretty easy to pull out with pliers. After the first two were out, I had to support the tub with a couple 2x4s to relax the third suspension spring.

Installation was the reverse of removal - install the lower suspension spring, remove the 2x4s, then install the two other suspension springs.

The tub balancing spring was easy to replace, and probably wasn't the cause of the problem.

With $25 in parts and about 15 minutes, my washer spins much more quietly. Read more...
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Tub Dampening Strap
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PartSelect Number PS271100
Manufacturer Part Number WH1X2727
The tub dampening straps support the wash tub and reduce vibration by keeping the tub at the center of the cabinet. If your washer shakes and moves, or is making a loud banging noise during the wash cycle, the washing machine tub could be off-balance, meaning one or more of these straps may be loose, or broken. Other symptoms include: the washer leaking, not agitating, or pumping but not spinning. These straps are sold individually. However, we recommend that you replace all 4 straps at the same time. It is also recommended that you check the tub for cracks where these straps mount.
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molly from laguna niguel, CA
broken dampening strap and loose agitator
first remove the front washer cover by finding the two pressure clips that hold it to the top lid. gently push the putty knife into the clips one at a time. this will raise and separate them from the front panel. the panel will tilt forward and u can now remove it from the bottom clips by sliding it up and out. to open the top cover u remove the two 1/4 in screws on the sides of the front panel and lift the top. make sure to secure it in place or unplug the single electrical connection at the rear and remove the whole top from the clips, its really simple and the most convenient mehtod. to remove the straps u can now get to all four without much interference. there are two size screw heads so make sure u have a nut driver or small socket set. after changing the straps i went to change the agitator coupling. the agitator pulled directly up without a problem. just put your two hands under and pull straight up with one good jolt. the plastic coupler has one bolt in the middle that came out easily with a small socket set. my problem arose when the plastic coupler would not come off the metal shaft. after a short time of pulling and prying i finally decided to cut it off. using a small hacksaw and taking my time i put two cuts into the coupler. they were on opposite sides and where vertical, running along the steel shaft. i could now split it in two and it came off very easily and quickly. now when putting on the new one make sure the splines line up. push as far down as u can then use the center bolt to seat the gear all the way down. the agitator also has to be lined up just right. it also has splines on the interior that allow it to line up with the coupler and merely push down until it reseats itself in place. replace the top of the washer and then the front panel. don't forget to rebolt the top panel to the frame. push the front panel in until it snaps into place. full replacement time was about 40 minutes and actually not bad with the right tools. Read more...
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Tub Spring
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PartSelect Number PS11751118
Manufacturer Part Number WPW10250667
This tub spring is also known as suspension spring, balance spring, or counterweight spring. It is sold individually. The function of the part is to counterbalance the weight of the motor on the front of the front-load washer so the washer tub sits straight and even during the spin cycle. You may need to replace the spring if tub is sitting tilted forward. A broken spring will result in the tub being off-balance during the spin cycle which can cause further damage to washer parts. It is recommended to check all suspension springs as they often wear at the same rate. Tools needed for repair are a Phillips screw driver, flat blade screw driver, and a pair of pliers.
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RICHARD from PHILA, PA
Replace Water Pump Coupling
Removed casing tip over washer disconnected water pump. Disconnected motor then replace coupling then reassemble motor then replaced water pump. Read more...
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Shock Absorber Kit
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PartSelect Number PS3508101
Manufacturer Part Number 5304485917
This shock absorber kit is an authentic OEM part that is sourced directly from the manufacturer. The kit includes two dual-stage shock absorbers, one spare shock mounting pin, and four locking nuts. These shock absorbers keep your front-load washer from shaking vigorously by absorbing and reducing vibrations from the wash and spin cycles of your appliance. This kit comes with two shock absorbers because it is recommended to replace both at the same time, as they wear at the same rate. To access your washer shock absorbers, simply remove the lower access panel after disconnecting the power to the appliance.
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Douglas from Medical Lake, WA
Both vibration shock absorbers broken
removed 2 screws and removed top access cover. removed 2 screws and removed front access cover. removed 4 retaining pins (one with nammer and punch because it was stuck) connected lower ends of new shocks with plastic pins, extended each shock to slip fit and connected upper ends to wash tub mounts. Reinstalled panels. I wish I could say that it all went well from there but......when the shocks broke, apparently the hit the motor took was enough to cause an electronic failure of the speed cycle control chip. Now Im waiting for that part. Read more...
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SPRING
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PartSelect Number PS3497596
Manufacturer Part Number W10400895
Tub centering spring - Included 2 springs
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Timothy from E PALESTINE, OH
WASHER ON SPIN CYCLE WOULD SHAKE, MAKE NOISE AND WALK ACROSS FLOOR
FOLLOWED VIDEO INSTRUCTIONS, UNPLUGGED AND REMOVED WATER LINES AND DRAIN, REMOVED HARNESS COVER PLATE. MOUNT SCREWS AND TOP, UNHOOKED SUSPENSION RODS(FOUND THEY HAD LEFT OUT TOP SPRINGS FROM TUB TO SUSPENSION RODS WHEN MANUFACTURED) PUT TOP BACK ON WITH ONE SCREW, PUT ON SIDE, REMOVED AND REPLACED SUSPENSION RODS, HOOKED THEM TO SIDE CABINET, SAT UNIT BACK UP, INSTALLED NEW PLASTIC CUPS AND TOP SPRINGS(HAVE TO ORDER SEPERATE) INSTALLED RODS IN LOCKING CAPS, PUT TOP BACK ON, PUT HARNESS COVER PLATE AND MOUNTING SCREWS IN, HOOKED UP TO WATER, AND DRAIN, LEVELED UNIT, PLUGGED IN AND WASHED CLOTHES, NO PROBLEMS, WORKS GREAT. Read more...
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Suspension Rod Support
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PartSelect Number PS3502189
Manufacturer Part Number W10440729
These parts are the replacement suspension rod supports for your washer. They are made of plastic and are approximately 1 ½ inches in diameter. This package will come with an 8-piece set of suspension rod supports. There are 4 of each type. Be sure to consult the parts diagram for your washer for the complete list of parts included. The suspension rod supports help secure the suspension rods, so your washer operates smoothly. If your dryer shakes, moves, or is noisy during operation, you may need to replace the suspension rod supports. These are OEM parts sourced directly from the manufacturer.
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Joseph from PERKINS, GA
Washer was off balance during spin cycle. The suspension piece broken.
Replaced 1 of 4 of the suspension bushing. Works great. Read more...
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Washing Machine Suspension Rod Kit
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PartSelect Number PS11703290
Manufacturer Part Number W10780048
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Terry from Homosassa, FL
Violent shacking in spin mode.
Watched a video on the internet. Read more...
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Suspension Spring
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PartSelect Number PS11738823
Manufacturer Part Number WP21001598
This suspension spring is 7 inches in length, and is sold individually. It is a good idea to replace all six springs at once to maintain the same tension level. To complete this repair you will need a putty knife, 5/16ths nut driver, and a pair of pliers. The springs are located underneath the washer bin, to replace them you will need to remove the main top and front panel of the washing machine.
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David from Butler, PA
Washer jumping in spin cycle (white flakes under the washer)
Unlug the AC cord,open the top from the front it snaps open with a little force and hinges on the back, remove the 2 screws on the front cover and take it off, tip the washer and remove the belt, take off the pump hose from the back (I removed the back cover also) and the little hose going to the basket. Remove the 6 springs and lift the complete drum out of the waser and turn it upside down. You can see the plastic snubber ring that is worn, loosen the 6 screws just enough to get the old ring out and the new one in. WARNING (DO NOT TAKE THE SCREWS ALL THE WAY OUT OR THE BRAKE ASSEMBLY WILL RELEASE AND A SPECIAL TOOL IS NEEDED TO PUT IT BACK) Install the new ring, tighten the screws and put the tub back in connecting everything back up and use the 6 new springs. It really isn't that hard to do. Read more...
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Leveling Spring
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PartSelect Number PS394983
Manufacturer Part Number 8316845
This spring is used on the leveling components in a washer. Please note, this spring may differ in appearance, but functions the same as original.
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john from middle river, MD
Machine rocking about like crazy on spin
Took some online research to figure out how to get the cabinet off. Once inside I fitted the wear pads which were a breeze to remove using a knife blade to pry them up and removing them using the screwdriver. The springs were replaced one by one using strong fingers. The machine went through the spin cycle without any rocking or self-destruct noises. Read more...
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Shock Absorber
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PartSelect Number PS11723173
Manufacturer Part Number W10822553
Sold individually. These shock absorbers keep the washer from vigorous shaking during its cycles. This shock absorber is for washers. Shock absorber absorbs the vibrations and movements of the outer washer tub. Unplug the washer before installing this part. Wear work gloves to protect your hands.
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SCOTT from COLCHESTER, CT
shocks showing their age
Overall, the install was easy.
Just a matter of getting yourself to get it done.
The video on the removal / install procedures was most helpful.
The front shocks were completed very quickly. The rear shock required all hoses to be disconnected and the back of the washer to be removed. After removing perhaps a dozen screws the cover was still fastened. You will see (in my case) 4 plastic flat clips. after they were removed the back came off. The rest of the project was the same as the front shocks. 1st time thru so to be expected.
Anyway, certainly a project that any DIYer can tackle.
Thanks Partselect for the correct parts in a timely fashion and the knowledge to perform the install.
Scott Read more...

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