Electrolux washer (model: EFLS627UTT ) clicking noise in spin cycle

[TimmyK]

Hey folks - trying to diagnose a new noise in our Electrolux washer (model: EFLS627UTT ).

It clicks when the spin cycle starts, getting progressively louder as it speeds up until you can hear it throughout the house...sounds like horses galloping on pavement.

Would like to know what the issue is to decide whether it can be repaired, and if doing so will be worth the cost. I'm kind of pouty as this was a higher-end model and only purchased in 2021.

It is balanced properly (or was, until I pulled it out to get to the back), but ran quiet for a couple years. I did have a warrantee repair in the first year where they replaced a broken bracket, so don't think it's that either...?

Any insights deeply appreciated!

https://photos.app.goo.gl/VhDVC6fatdkmNoCi9 

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16 hours ago, TimmyK said:

Hey folks - trying to diagnose a new noise in our Electrolux washer (model: EFLS627UTT ).

It clicks when the spin cycle starts, getting progressively louder as it speeds up until you can hear it throughout the house...sounds like horses galloping on pavement.

Would like to know what the issue is to decide whether it can be repaired, and if doing so will be worth the cost. I'm kind of pouty as this was a higher-end model and only purchased in 2021.

It is balanced properly (or was, until I pulled it out to get to the back), but ran quiet for a couple years. I did have a warrantee repair in the first year where they replaced a broken bracket, so don't think it's that either...?

Any insights deeply appreciated!

https://photos.app.goo.gl/VhDVC6fatdkmNoCi9 

Disclaimer: I'm just a DIY guy. I fix everything I own myself; sometimes with the aid of a fourm like this one. 

 

There's a lot of very qualified people here who make an honest living doing appliance repair. I say honest because if they are replying here they are likely not in your service area and don't financially lose because of it and generally seem to just want to help people. 

Is there a warranty still? Use it I guess, if you can wait. I think most warraties are made out of piss, vinegar, and frustration. 

My first impression is the drum bearing. I would first try to determine that the noise is coming from where the big screw is in middle of the tub as shown in the first video.  Most call it a bolt but it's really a machine screw as there's no nut to apply torque to. Anyway I'd use a extension tube, the hard one, from our vacuum to listen through as it's close to and pointed at said screw. If it's coming from there it will be obviously louder in that spot through the tube. Pretty certain that's it, if not know. 

If that's the case my opinion is go buy a top load, not electronic Speed Queen washer. No LEDs, just dials and possibly a button or switch.