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Troubleshooting
(continued)
Unusual sounds
Problems with particular parts of the machine
The following sounds are a result of normal operations during washing and drying. They do not
indicate malfunctions.
Check the following before requesting repairs.
Sound
Source of sound
During washing
operations
Suction sound
The circulation pump is taking in air.
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This sound may be louder at certain points during operation.
Showering
A water shower is being sprayed during the wash or rinse cycle to reduce foaming.
Droning
The circulation pump is running.
The control board is being cooled.
High-pitched
whirring
The motors are running.
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The drum gradually accelerates during the spin cycle. The sound will get louder as the
rotation speed increases.
Bubbling
The water and air inside the drain hose is mixing.
During drying
operations
Humming
The fan and motors are running.
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The fan noise may be louder at certain points during drying operations.
High-pitched
whirring
Showering
Cooling water is being sprayed for dehumidified drying.
Droning
The control board is being cooled.
Bubbling
The air released from the drain hose is mixing with the water inside the hose.
The dry filter is clogged, and the pressure inside the drum is changing.
Vacuum sound
Depending on the operating conditions, the amount of air that passes through the drain
hose increases, creating a louder sound.
Symptom
Possible cause
Solution
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Water can be heard
when the drum
rotates.
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This is the sound of the water inside the 5-Ply
Liquid Load Balancer used for balancing during
the spin cycle.
This does not mean that there is leftover water
in the drum.
This is not a malfunction.
The water supply
noise is loud.
Did you open the tap too far?
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If the water pressure is high, the water supply
noise will be louder.
If this is a concern, close the tap slightly.
A beep is emitted
during drying
operations.
Is the dry filter inserted securely?
Insert the dry filter securely.
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