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Front-Load Washer Vibrating/Walking: Shipping Bolts

Front-Load Washer Vibrating/Walking: Shipping Bolts
 

Ask this Question: “Is the washer violently vibrating and appears to be walking?”
If so, it is possible that the shipping bolts are still in the back of the washer. 

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Shipping bolts, or transport bolts, are to secure the drum during transport and to prevent it from spinning. 1. Locate the four transport/ shipping bolts on rear of washer.  2. Loosen the bolts with ⅝” wrench. Slide each bolt to the center and then pull them from back of unit.

Watch this Video: Removing Front Load Washer Shipping Bolts

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