Candy Washing Machine: foreign objects in drum
What is this symptom?
Are you hearing unusual noises from your Candy washing machine? You might have foreign objects such as coins, buttons, or small toys caught in the drum or between the drum and tub. This issue often arises from items left in pockets during laundry, leading to resistance in drum rotation and poor spin performance.
Possible Causes
Small objects left in pockets fall into drum
How to Identify: Visible objects between drum paddles or noise/rattling during rotation; visual inspection with flashlight often locates these items through the door seal or perforations.
Part: Drum interior / between inner and outer tub
Next step
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Confirm the diagnosis before ordering. An error code can identify the system involved, but it does not prove that a specific part has failed.
Most relevant component to inspect
Door Gasket
Creates a watertight seal around the door to prevent leaks during operation.
- Typical part-only price
- $45 - $110
- DIY difficulty
- Medium
- Estimated time
- 30-60 mins
Where can I find the model number?
Check the rating label around the door, lid, frame, rear panel, or inside the appliance cabinet. Use the complete model number, including suffixes.
Verify the complete model and part number on the retailer's compatibility page before ordering.
Other parts options
Check related components first; use model search as a fallback.
Model-compatible Washing Machine parts
Enter the complete model number to browse compatible replacement parts. This is a model-based parts search, not a diagnosis that a specific component failed.
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Optional routine care
Maintenance supplies
These products support cleaning or routine upkeep. They are separate from the possible repair components above and are not claimed to fix this error code or symptom.
Washing Machine Cleaner Tablets
Routine tub-cleaning supplies for residue and odor control. They do not repair a mechanical, drainage, or electronic fault.
Braided Washer Inlet Hoses
A maintenance replacement option for visibly worn external fill hoses. Verify thread size, length, and hot/cold connection requirements.
Washer Drain Hose Holder
Helps secure an external drain hose at the standpipe. It does not correct an internal pump or control fault.
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Preventive Maintenance
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Check pockets before washing: Foreign objects entering the drum
Frequency: Every load -
Use mesh laundry bags for small items: Small items escaping and lodging in drum or pump
Frequency: Each wash with small items -
Clean pump filter regularly: Debris buildup and objects reaching pump
Frequency: Monthly
Frequently Asked Questions
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References & Sources
Community Analytical Insights
Guidance from available sources; statistical claims are shown only for samples of at least 10 discussions
Common Issues Reported by Users
- Foreign objects such as polystyrene balls entered the drum during a wash cycle
- Blocked or damaged filter allowing small items to bypass and get trapped in the drum
- Worn or damaged drum seals that fail to keep items inside the drum during operation
User Suggested Solutions
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Inspect the drum for visible foreign objects. Remove the drain filter and check for any blockage. If necessary, remove the sump hose and unscrew the paddles to clear out the polystyrene balls. Reassemble and run a rinse cycle to ensure no debris remains.
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Check the filter for any obstructions. Clean it thoroughly and ensure it is properly seated. If the filter is damaged, replace it.
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Inspect the drum seals for wear or damage. If seals are compromised, replace them to prevent further issues with foreign objects entering the drum.
Limited-source guidance; percentages and success-rate claims are not shown
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Sources
Data compiled from real discussions on r/appliancerepair and r/Appliances:
Community Discussions
washing machine full of polystyrene balls
Remove the sump hose and unscrew the paddles to clear out the polystyrene balls.
Source: Reddit r/appliancerepair
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