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RCA Washer vibrating or shaking
If your RCA washer is shaking, vibrating too much, or moving during spin, the most likely cause is a damaged or missing washing machine damper. The damper absorbs tub movement, so inspect it for damage and replace it if needed. If the washer shakes only while draining, check the drain pump for debris or a malfunction, since a partially obstructed pump can cause vibration. Next, inspect the shock absorbers. Worn or separated shock absorbers can make a washing machine shake violently during spin cycle, and replacing the full set is recommended when one is damaged. Broken suspension rods or suspension springs can also leave the tub unbalanced and cause a noisy, unstable washer. If a top-load washer’s inner tub feels loose when rotated by hand, the transmission may be worn or damaged. Before replacing parts, confirm the problem is not a load imbalance or installation issue. Enter your model number to find the exact replacement damper, drain pump, shock absorber, suspension rod, suspension spring, or transmission for your specific RCA washing machine.
01 - RCA Washing Machine Damper
A washing machine damper helps to absorb the movement of the washer tub as it spins. If the damper is broken or missing, the tub might become unbalanced, causing it to shake and vibrate during the spin cycle. Inspect the damper for any damage and replace if necessary.
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02 - RCA Washing Machine Drain Pump
If the washer is vibrating or shaking only during the drain cycle, it's likely that the drain pump is partially obstructed or malfunctioning in some other way. You should inspect the pump for any debris lodged in the ports and replace the component if you suspect it is malfunctioning.
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03 - RCA Washing Machine Shock Absorber
One or more of the shock absorbers might be broken or worn out. The shock absorbers dampen the vibration of the washer tub. If one or more of the shock absorbers are worn out, the washer will vibrate or shake. Sometimes, when a washer is moved to another location, the shock absorbers can separate. Check the shock absorbers to ensure that they are positioned correctly, and inspect them for damage and wear. If one or more of the shock absorbers are broken or worn out, we recommend replacing all of the shock absorbers as a preventative measure.
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04 - RCA Washing Machine Suspension Rod
One or more of the suspension rods might be broken. The suspension rods help to dampen the movement of the washer tub. If one or more of the suspension rods are broken, the washer will vibrate or shake. To determine if the suspension rods are at fault, check the rods to determine if any of them are broken. If a suspension rod is broken, replace it.
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05 - RCA Washing Machine Counter Balance Spring
One or more of the counterbalance springs might be broken. The counterbalance springs help to absorb the movement of the washer tub. If a spring breaks, the tub might become unbalanced, causing it to shake and vibrate during operation. Inspect the counterbalance springs to determine if any of the springs are broken. If a counterbalance spring is broken, replace it. Additionally, check the frame where the counterbalance springs are attached. If the frame is rusted, replace it.
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06 - RCA Washing Machine Transmission
If a top-load washer's inner tub is loose when you try and rotate it by hand, then it's likely the transmission could be worn out or damaged. Inspect the transmission and replace if necessary.
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07 - RCA Washing Machine Suspension Spring
One or more of the suspension springs might be broken. The suspension springs help to absorb the movement of the washer tub. If a suspension spring breaks, the tub might become unbalanced, causing it to shake and vibrate during operation. Inspect the suspension springs to determine if any of the springs are broken. If a suspension spring is broken, replace it.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is my RCA washer shaking violently during the spin cycle?
Why is my washing machine vibrating or shaking only during the drain cycle?
How do I fix a washer that keeps going off balance or walking across the floor?
Why does my top-load RCA washer have a loose inner tub when I rotate it by hand?
How can I find the correct RCA washer part for a shaking or vibrating problem?