Washing machine

How to level a washing machine

An unlevel washing machine walks across the floor, bangs on spin, and wears bearings quicker.

10 minutesEasy

What you'll need

  • Spirit level
  • Spanner or pliers

Step by step

  1. 1

    Make sure transit bolts are removed.

  2. 2

    Place the spirit level on top of the machine, front-to-back and side-to-side.

  3. 3

    Adjust the front feet by turning them, tightening the lock nuts once level.

  4. 4

    Push on each corner to check there’s no rocking.

  5. 5

    Run a spin cycle to check.

Tips

  • Wooden floors may need a rubber anti-vibration mat or board.
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