How to Fix a Washing Machine That Walks Across the Floor
Using a builder's level, check the level of the washer from front-to-back and side-to-side., Disconnect the power and turn off the taps behind the washer. , Remove the hoses from the back of the washer., Have someone help you turn the washer on it's...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Using a builder's level
Make a note of which side is out of plumb (i.e. too high or too low.) -
Step 2: check the level of the washer from front-to-back and side-to-side.
, Have a bucket handy to catch any water coming out of the hoses. , You will see the screw-in feet
- these can be adjusted to level the washer. , You may need to turn the washer back upright and recheck a few times to get it level. ,, -
Step 3: Disconnect the power and turn off the taps behind the washer.
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Step 4: Remove the hoses from the back of the washer.
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Step 5: Have someone help you turn the washer on it's side.
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Step 6: Referring to your notes
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Step 7: make the feet shorter or longer as needed.
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Step 8: Once the washer is level from side to side and front to back
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Step 9: reconnect the hoses and plug it in.
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Step 10: Run a short test cycle to check that it does not "walk" anymore.
Detailed Guide
Make a note of which side is out of plumb (i.e. too high or too low.)
, Have a bucket handy to catch any water coming out of the hoses. , You will see the screw-in feet
- these can be adjusted to level the washer. , You may need to turn the washer back upright and recheck a few times to get it level. ,,
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