Samsung Washing Machine: loud noise during spin cycle

Professional Repair Guide

What is this symptom?

If your Samsung washing machine is making a loud noise during the spin cycle, it may indicate an issue with an unbalanced load or foreign objects in the drum. Users often describe the sounds as banging, grinding, or roaring, accompanied by significant vibration. Addressing these issues promptly can prevent further damage and ensure your appliance operates smoothly.

Urgency: Medium

Important Tips for Samsung Models

  • Samsung support specifically recommends reducing load, redistributing clothes, and checking for objects when noise occurs.

Possible Causes

Unbalanced load or unevenly distributed laundry

How to Identify: Noise and vibration lessen or stop when laundry is rebalanced or load reduced.

Part: Laundry load distribution

DIY Solutions

Rebalance laundry load

Easy 5-10 minutes
  1. Stop the cycle and open door
  2. Remove some clothes and redistribute evenly in drum
  3. Restart spin cycle to check noise reduction
⚠️ Safety First: Do not open door mid-spin if locked

Remove foreign objects from drum

Moderate 10-30 minutes
Tools Needed: Flashlight
  1. Stop cycle and power off machine
  2. Check drum interior and between drum/tub for small objects
  3. Remove debris and test run again
⚠️ Safety First: Ensure machine is powered off before reaching inside

Next step

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Model-compatible Washing Machine parts

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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.

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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.

Maintenance supply

Washing Machine Cleaner Tablets

Routine tub-cleaning supplies for residue and odor control. They do not repair a mechanical, drainage, or electronic fault.

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Maintenance supply

Braided Washer Inlet Hoses

A maintenance replacement option for visibly worn external fill hoses. Verify thread size, length, and hot/cold connection requirements.

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Maintenance supply

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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Professional Repairs

Replace worn drum bearings

Estimated Cost: $200 - $500

Inspect/replace drain pump

Estimated Cost: $100 - $250

Replace shift actuator (top-load)

Estimated Cost: $80 - $180

When to Call a Professional

Noise persists after balancing load and removing foreign objects
Grinding or metal-on-metal sounds indicating internal wear
Water not draining properly paired with noise

Preventive Maintenance

  • Regularly check and redistribute laundry loads: Unbalanced load noise
    Frequency: Each wash
  • Inspect and clean drum for foreign objects: Noise from trapped items
    Frequency: Monthly

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is my Samsung Washing Machine loud noise during spin cycle?
Common causes include an unbalanced load or foreign objects in the drum.
How do I fix Samsung Washing Machine loud noise during spin cycle myself?
To fix it, rebalance the laundry load or check for foreign objects in the drum.
How much does it cost to fix loud noise during spin cycle?
Professional repairs can range from $80 to $500 depending on the issue.
When should I call a technician for loud noise during spin cycle?
Contact a technician if DIY fixes don't resolve the noise or if you're experiencing complex issues.

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

  • Worn or damaged spider arm assembly
  • Unbalanced load causing excessive vibration
  • Faulty bearings in the drum

User Suggested Solutions

  1. Inspect and replace the spider arm assembly. Disconnect the power, remove the back panel, and check for any visible damage. If damaged, replace with a new spider arm assembly.

  2. Redistribute the load in the drum. Open the door, adjust the clothes evenly around the drum, and run a short spin cycle to test.

  3. Check and replace the drum bearings. Disconnect the power, remove the drum, and inspect the bearings for wear. Replace if necessary.

Limited-source guidance; percentages and success-rate claims are not shown
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Data compiled from real discussions on r/appliancerepair and r/Appliances:

  1. Samsung Front Loader Broken?

Community Discussions

sounds like a plane taking off when running at high RPM

Confirmed spider arm issue; not worth the repair.

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