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Hotpoint WMA34 Aquarius noisey when stationary?

Hi guys
As described above it make a 'buzzy' noise when it is stationary. It does it during final spin and continues until the drum stops then continues for a bit more. It is loud enough to here from another room. It also has started to walk across the kitchen during a fast spin but Im not sure these 2 things are related
Any advice is greatly appreciated
I am technically competent so self repairs shoudnt be a problem once I know what it is

Mark Sweeting
November 2009

Hotpoint Aquarius Household Appliances, Washing Machines Hotpoint Wma34 Aquarius

The buzzing noise could be the interference filter. It is a condenser connected across the lines in & is located where the power cable enters the machine. You will see it if you take off the lid, it is a cylindrical silver object about 2 to 3" long & maybe 1 1/2" in diameter. If you check for noises with the lid off & machine powered up it might help to pin-point the source better. Be careful! don't stick your fingers in there.
The vibration problem is probably not related to the buzzing, you need to look into that.

Mike
November 2009