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LG Washing machine - F1479FDS

RORob008
Asked about 4 years ago 1,102 views
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My LG washing machine has started making intermittent grinding noises. Almost as if something is slipping inside. Anyone have any clues what that may be? Thanks πŸ™πŸ½

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LG F1479FDS intermittent grinding noise

The problem
LG washing machine F1479FDS was reported to be making intermittent grinding noises, described as if something was slipping inside.
Likely cause
Most strongly supported diagnosis was an obstruction grinding on the pump impeller.
What fixed it
Recommended action was to remove the pump filter and check for obstructions. The discussion does not confirm what was found or whether this resolved the noise.
Checks to try
  • Pump filter to be removed and inspected for obstructions
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WhitegoodshelpVerified Engineer
Answered about 4 years ago

Hi. It sounds like it could be something grinding on the pump impeller. Take the pump filter out, and look for obstructions.

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