Easy fix of the weekend!

[philr]

This weekend, I decided to fix the rattling fan on my Frigidaire WIC-57. The rattle has been present for a few weeks but I didn't have time to fix it earlier.
 
Thanks to members who already posted about it, I looked at their pics and figured it wouldn't be a too tough job.  It was even easier than I expected as the screw that holds the pump impeller went out easily and didn't need to be heated. 
 
I used some Locktite on it and reassembled everything without bad surprises. And now, it's noise-free!
 






 

 

[jetcone]

Not bad shape Phil

the tines of the impeller look to be in great shape. Now you'll enjoy rattle free washing again!

All hail Doctrine!

 

[philr]

No more rattling sound. Now, I'd need to find the correct agitator for it. That seems to be much harder!

Jon, I recently noticed that the back of the cover where the operating instructions are printed of your charcoal washer is gray and I think I have seen another white machine with this parted also painted grey (I think you have a white one too?). Mine is white. Can you tell me if it's because it's a Canadian machine or if it's because it has a blue tub (later model?).

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[qsd-dan]

Spin sounds smooth and quiet.

 

[joelippard]

What luck you had!  I'm glad for you because I've never heard of one of those screws that came out easily!

 

[turquoisedude]

Sweet! So glad it was just a minor adjustment - may it continue to wash for years to come!!

 

[pdub]

Great job as always Phil!

Thanks for the pictures.

 

[swestoyz]

Way to go Phil! Glad this was an easy fix.