What Causes Washing Machines to Shake & Vibrate?
The causes of washer vibration and shake can vary according to machine type. Martin Poole/Lifesize/Getty Images Washing machines are a common household fixture. They use water and various mechanical parts to wash clothing of all types. Washing machines are available in two main designs, top-loading and front-loading, and both types can encounter the same problems with shaking and vibration. The cause of this problem within both machines is typically the same; however, in some instances the cause may be a malfunction within the machine. Leveling Washing machines utilize rotating mechanical parts, which can cause the machine to shake and vibrate if the unit is not level. As the mechanical parts in the washer begin to move, inertia is created, and if one side of the machine is lower or higher than the other, the machine becomes unstable and excess vibration or shake can occur. In serious cases, the washer can actually move, or “walk,” around the laundry room. To determine if this is the c
