Kenmore 92580800 Washer Banging

[datalady]

Hello!
My washer acts normally until it reaches the spin cycle. Then it sounds like the tub is banging, The lid is also rattling. It’s balanced and not overfilled, and the tub doesn’t move around when I press on it when the washer is empty. I’ve read several threads and can’t figure out what exactly is wrong and how to fix it. Does anyone know? I’have a video of the behavior but I don’t think I can attach it. It sounds like a freight train. Thanks so much for your help!!

 

[datalady]

Correction

Correction: this is a model 110, serial 92580800, manufactured in 1992

 

[DADoES]

 
110 is a prefix code that indicates Whirlpool as the source manufacturer of it for Sears.

The full model number is 110.whatever-numbers-follow.

Possibly 110.92580800 is the full model number, being that 92580800 is not valid syntax for a serial number on a WP-produced washer.  The serial should begin with a letter, probably C.

A photo of the model/serial tag will confirm what you have.

Videos cannot be uploaded/attached to posts on this board.  They must be placed at an online file-sharing site, then referenced with a link in your post/reply.  YouTube is typically used for videos but any sharing site that allows public viewing/linking should work.

 

[datalady]

Thanks—Photo of Model

Here is a photo of the model

 

[DADoES]

 
Yes.  Model 110.92580800.

Serial CD2407760.  C = built in WP's Clyde OH plant.  D = 1994.  24 = 24th week.

Viewing the video will help determine the source of the problem.  May be that the basket anchor drive block has worn or loosened from the spin drive tube.  The top of the drive block has two notches that mate to ears at top of the drive tube.  The notches and ears must mate securely or the block-and-basket will slip and cause a racket/noise during spin acceleration and braking.  Access to examine that area is by removing the agitator.  The basket is anchored to the drive block/spin tube by a spanner nut that calls for a specific tool for removal, although other methods can be used in a pinch.

 

[datalady]

Video of Washer Banging

Thanks so much for your reply! I was able to upload the video on You Tube and the link is below. The washer is at an angle because it moved itself into that spot despite rubber pads under the washer’s feet. Thanks again for your help!!

 

[datalady]

One other thing about the noise

You’ll note in the video that the washer gets significantly quieter. That’s because I’m holding the lid down and not allowing it to vibrate and rattle. Thank you!

 

[combo52]

1994 Kenmore Direct Dr. washer banging in spin cycle

I would remove the agitator and check for a cracked center post in the basket. It may be rusted and broken.

As these machines are aging, we fairly frequently see broken wash baskets they rust and break.

It also could have a balance ring that the fluid came out of, how does the washer sound with nothing in it? Does it spin smoothly?

If it makes a lot of noise with nothing in it, it definitely needs to be disassembled the cause of the problem found.

John L

 

[DADoES]

 
Could also be the skate plate is shifted out of proper position?

 

[datalady]

Kenmore 110 Washer Lid Banging—Needs New Hinge Bumpers?

Hello! I’ve spent some time with my washer. It was banging because my kids were putting too much in and it was a bit off balance from front to back. It is better now that it’s balanced, but the lid is banging loudly now. If you hold the lid down it’s not loud. It is moving up and down and side to side when the washer agitates. Do you all think I need new bumpers? How do you install the hinge bumpers? Thanks so much for your advice!

 

[DADoES]

 
The rear legs are self-adjusting for stability.  Tilt the machine forward, set it back down, the rear legs auto-adjust to the floor.  If they're rusted/frozen/stuck, then they must be freed-up for proper adjustment function.

The front legs screw in-out for leveling the whole machine front-to-back and side-to-side.  Repeat the tilt-forward procedure each time the front legs are adjusted.  There are (should be) locknuts on the front legs that are tightened upward against the machine base after leveling adjustment is complete, which further helps to reduce vibration.

I have difficulty imagining enough vibration during agitation to make the lid "bang" as you describe.  Another video seems in order on that point!

 

[qsd-dan]

Could be worn wear pads if everything else checks out.

 

[datalady]

Thanks so much for the help and vidro

Hello!
Just wanted to say thank you for the video on the pads. It was easy to follow! We replaced the pads and it’s still agitating roughly and the lid is banging like in my video. I’ll investigate some of the other thoughts raised here. Thanks again for your suggestions!

 

[datalady]

One Question: Do these washers have suspension rods?

I was wondering if this might be the problem. If they don’t have suspension rods, do you think whatever they have instead could be worn out?

 

[combo52]

Reply number 13, these machines do not have suspension rods like newer machines.

John L

 

[datalady]

Thanks so much John! I’ve filmed another video of it, after the snubber pads were replaced and with nothing in it. The basket does move a bit when I move in, as seen in the video. I’m trying to understand what I should try next. I am not quite sure what to look for if I remove the agitator and am not sure how to check the balance ring. The balance ring is expensive and I’d hate to replace it if it doesn’t need it. What do you think? Could it be something with the springs?

 

[datalady]

Skate plate looks super difficult to replace

I am hoping it’s not the skate plate! Is that what these machines have instead of suspension rods?

 

[DADoES]

 
The skate plate fits between the tub support/centerpost assembly and base pedestal and allows the tub to oscillate during spin and to a lesser extend during agitation, restricted by the anchor springs.  They plates rarely, if ever, go bad.  They can shift out of proper position, the most common cause is improper handling when moving the machine from one location to another.

 

[DADoES]

 
Do a video of the machine spinning with the lid open.  Depress the lid switch with a pencil or some such.