Beko Washing Machine: excessive noise during spin cycle

Professional Repair Guide

What is this symptom?

Is your Beko washing machine making excessive noise during the spin cycle? You might hear loud banging, grinding, or rumbling sounds that intensify with speed. This issue often arises from an unbalanced load or foreign objects stuck in the drum or pump area, causing vibrations or movement of the unit.

Urgency: Medium

Important Tips for Beko Models

Beko support specifically identifies worn drum bearings and drive pulley issues along with poor machine leveling and overloading as common causes of excessive noise.

Possible Causes

Unbalanced laundry load

How to Identify: Banging or thumping noises accompanied by visible shaking of the washer during spin; noise varies with load distribution changes.

Part: Drum/load distribution

Foreign objects inside drum or pump area

How to Identify: Rattling or clanking sounds; intermittent noise; upon inspection small items like coins or buttons found in drum or filter.

Part: Drum interior or pump/filter area

DIY Solutions

Redistribute laundry load

Easy 2â€“5 minutes

Stop the cycle and open the door
Redistribute clothes evenly in the drum so weight is balanced
Restart the spin cycle

⚠️ Safety First: Pause the machine before opening the door if midâ€‘cycle

Level the washing machine

Moderate 10â€“15 minutes

Tools Needed: Spirit level, Adjustable wrench

Use spirit level on top of the machine to check level
Adjust the feet by turning until machine sits evenly
Retest spin cycle

Check and clear foreign objects

Moderate 10â€“20 minutes

Tools Needed: Flashlight

Inspect drum visually for stuck items
Check pump filter for coins/buttons/objects
Remove any foreign items found

⚠️ Safety First: Unplug the machine before inspecting the pump filter

Professional Repairs

Replace drum bearings

Estimated Cost: $150 - $400

Replace suspension/shock absorbers

Estimated Cost: $80 - $200

Inspect/replace drive belt or motor coupling

Estimated Cost: $50 - $150

When to Call a Professional

Persistent deep rumbling/grinding that doesnâ€™t improve after redistribution and leveling

Visible water leakage near bearings or rough manual drum rotation

Noises indicating internal component wear (shock absorbers, bearings, belt)

Uncertain cause after DIY checks

Preventive Maintenance

Clean pump filter: Noise from blockages and pump strain during spin cycles.
Frequency: every 3 months
Ensure balanced loads and avoid overloading: Noise and component wear
Frequency: Every use
Check machine level periodically: Vibration and excessive noise
Frequency: Monthly

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is my Beko Washing Machine excessive noise during spin cycle?

Common causes include an unbalanced laundry load or foreign objects inside the drum.

How do I fix Beko Washing Machine excessive noise during spin cycle myself?

Redistribute the laundry, level the machine, and check for foreign objects in the drum.

How much does it cost to fix excessive noise during spin cycle?

Professional repairs can range from $50 to $400 depending on the issue.

When should I call a technician for excessive noise during spin cycle?

If DIY solutions fail or if you suspect issues like worn bearings.

References & Sources

Beko support: Noisy washing machine troubleshooting Official

Community Analytical Insights

Analysis based on real user discussions from appliance repair communities

Can I Fix This Myself?

70%

DIY Success Rate Difficulty: Either

Common Issues Reported by Users

Unbalanced load causing excessive vibration
Worn or damaged drum bearings
Foreign objects trapped in the drum or pump

User Suggested Solutions

Redistribute the load evenly in the drum. Open the door, rearrange the clothes, and try running the spin cycle again.
Inspect and replace worn or damaged drum bearings. This involves removing the drum, which may require special tools.
Check for foreign objects by inspecting the drum and the pump filter. Remove any items found and run a test cycle.