If you find that your Samsung washer not spinning, you’re not alone. If we understand the underlying causes, it will be easy to attain the solution. Some causes can be fixed on your own and some may require technical expertise.
In this article, we will explore the potential causes of a Samsung washer not spinning and discuss possible solutions to get your laundry routine back on track.
Whether it’s a simple DIY fix or a call to a professional, understanding the root of the problem is the first step toward a fully functioning washer.
Why is my Samsung Washer Not Spinning?
Your Samsung washer may not be spinning due to the following issues:
- Overload or Unbalanced load
- Wrong choice of wash cycle
- Blocked drain
- Clogged pump filter
- Faulty door lock/Lid lock
- Damaged Drive belt
- Worn-out motor coupling
- Damaged Suspension system
Let us understand how each of these issues can stop your washing machine from spinning. Also, we shall find out how to fix the appliance in the best way.
Overload or Unbalanced Load
When you overload your Samsung washer, the motor drive cannot handle the weight and struggles to rotate or spin. Most of the modern washing machine models have an overload sensor that warns you to remove the extra load. First-time users of the washer can experience this issue since they are unaware of how to load the machine properly.
Similarly, if you have loaded the washer without proper balance it can prevent the drum from spinning. When you mix and match different sizes of laundry in a single wash, the load may not be balanced. This causes the drum to have an uneven loading and the Samsung washing machine doesn’t allow the motor to spin.
Fix:
- Know the capacity of your washing machine and always maintain a half-full loading. This means you should only load your washer tub to half of its capacity.
- Do not mix and match different types of laundry and different types of fabrics in a single wash cycle.
- Sort your laundry before loading the washer. It is best to load similar-sized clothes and possibly similar types of fabric for a particular cycle.
Wrong Wash Cycle
The washing machine has appropriate wash cycles for each type of laundry. Choosing the appropriate wash cycle can enable the machine to wash the clothes efficiently.
But if you had chosen the wrong wash cycle, then the machine may stop spinning. For instance, if you choose the heavy wash program and load only a few lightweight clothes, then the machine may not sense the required weight and the washer won’t spin.
In some cases, you might have altered the spin cycle preference manually and it might not be compatible with the load. So, the motor might struggle and the washer won’t be able to spin at all. In this case, you will be able to hear a clicking noise from the washer which indicates the inability of the motor to turn the drum.
Fix:
- Stop the washing machine and completely shut it down by pulling the plug
- Now, plug the machine back. This will reset the machine and you can choose the right wash cycle
- Know the type of laundry you loaded and select the appropriate wash program
- If you have heavy clothes, you can choose Heavy or Bedding wash cycle. If you have light clothes, you can go for Normal or Quick wash cycles
- If you are manually choosing the spin cycle, then select the appropriate spin speed for the laundry.
Blocked Drain
Modern washers have sensors that stop the machine from spinning if the drain is blocked. The wastewater from the washer must be drained out of the tub after rinsing. When there are issues in the drainage, the machine will not proceed further. Usually, the drain hose might be clogged with lint or there can be a heavy blockage in the drain pipe.
Sometimes, the washer may not be draining due to improper installation of the machine to the drain line. So, it is important to fix the drain system of the machine to make it spin.
Fix:
- Turn off the appliance and remove the plug
- Go to the rear side of the machine and look for the drain hose
- Remove the hose from the line and check for any clogs or blockages. Check the outlet in the washing machine for any lint
- Also, check the drain line for any blockages
- If you find any major blockage, remove it and reinstall the hose.
- You can clean your hose periodically to avoid such issues
Clogged Pump Filter
The pump filter helps to prevent debris or lint from entering the washer pump. This filter must be cleaned periodically to prevent the machine from malfunctions.
When you haven’t cleaned the filter for months, the washer might show an error code. Until you fix this error code, your washer will not function. This can cause the machine to stop agitating or rinsing.
Fix:
- You must clean the Samsung washer filter regularly to get rid of this issue.
- Turn off the machine and locate the pump. In front load machines, it is present at the bottom right side on the front. As for the top load, the filter is present inside the tub.
- Remove the filter and find there’s something blocking it, then clean the filter using running water
- Replace the filter and check whether the error code has been resolved
- Start the machine and check whether it is spinning
Faulty Door Lock / Lid Lock
The Samsung front load washers or top load washers don’t start spinning until the door is completely closed and locked. This is a safety feature in washers and you must close the door to enable the machine to initiate washing.
The door has a lock that gets locked into a switch that signals the control panel to start the cycle. But when you haven’t locked the door properly, the circuit is open and the machine will not spin.
This can also happen if you have a faulty door lock. When the door lock is damaged, you cannot operate the machine at all. So, you have to fix the lid lock to initiate the washing.
Fix:
- First, try to close the door or lid completely and check whether it gets locked in properly
- If it doesn’t lock properly, check for any debris in the lock that prevents the door from locking in completely
- Try to reset the machine and check whether the door can get locked
- If nothing works out, then replace the lid switch
- If you are using a top load washer, then you can temporarily use the machine by bypassing the lid lock
Damaged Drive Belt
Some washer models use belt drives to transmit the motor power to the washer drum. When this belt becomes weak or worn out, the drum cannot spin properly. The motor will not be able to transmit any power.
If you leave this unattended, eventually the belt might break and the machine will not spin at all. So, it is important to check the belt drive and replace it.
Fix:
- Find out the type of motor drive used in your washer model
- You can check the user manual or go online and find it out
- If you have a belt drive motor, then you must call an appliance technician and ask him to replace the belt
Worn-out Motor Coupling
Motor coupling is the part that joins the motor output shaft to the transmission shaft that turns the tub or drum. This coupling might get worn out after heavy usage or after long years of usage.
You might also hear some scraping noises from the washer which is a sign of worn out pulleys or couplings.
Fix:
- Try to identify any scraping or grinding noises from the machine. If you identify it earlier, there will not be much damage to the motor or transmission shafts.
- When you find the machine to produce very loud grinding noises, then immediately stop the machine and pull out the plug.
- Call for a technician right away to check the issue and fix the couplings to solve the issue.
Damaged Suspension System
The Samsung top load machines have suspension rods to balance the tub while loading, agitating, and spinning. Similarly, front load machines have shock absorbers at the four corners of the drum to balance it.
When these suspension and shock absorbers get damaged, then your machine will not balance the load properly. This will eventually prevent the machine from spinning.
Fix:
- If there are any heavy vibrations or shaking in the washer before the machine stopped to spin, it can mean that the suspension system has some damages
- If you find the machine to show unbalanced loading even after properly sorting the laundry, then your counterbalance springs are damaged.
- Call an appliance expert and replace the suspension system to make your washer spin again
These are the different reasons for your Samsung washing machine to not spin and we also have discussed the fixes you can do to solve the problem right away. If you have difficulties in troubleshooting, you may seek a professional appliance technician.
