Washing Machine making VERY loud noises!

[ScarletPimpernel]

Hello,
Firstly, I have no experience mending washing machines. But I guess I'm not stupid.

We have a Hoover Performa 1100 WA 110 wash/drier. It's approx 6 years old.

Over the last few weeks it's started to make increasingly loud noises whilst the spin cycle is running. It sounds as if the bearings have worn out and are rubbing badly, the noise is almost deafening. However, a quick look with the back cover off shows that it's simply a strong motor connected to a "fan-belt" type arrangement, which is itself connected to the drum.

So, I guess I need to replace the motor? Or does anyone else know of a commonplace situation where unblocking debris, or adding some grease might help?

Thank you in advance.
Carey Marks

 

[Softus]

The bearings have indeed worn out.

It's a frustrating and difficult job if you don't have the right knowledge and/or tools. If you want to DIY then the first step is to purchase a 'bearing and spider' kit for your model of machine.

It will look something like this:

This site has lots of goodies for you to look at:

http://www.tdspares.co.uk/products.asp?cat=195

 

[breezer]

as its 6 years old, and you dont have the right tools, i would scrap it

 

[ScarletPimpernel]

Thanks for your advice gents.
I reckon it's good advice to replace it. If I go through the pain of replacing bearings just to find something else goes in a few months....

Arrgh!

Cheers