FI-2026-000117SolvedEveryday

Washing machine leaks only during the spin cycle

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FI-2026-000117
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Everyday
Published
Oct 20, 2026
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The problem

No water on the floor during fill or wash, but a puddle appears every time it spins. The door seal looks intact.

What we told them

Spin-only leaks point at pressure and movement, not a static seal. The drum shifts under imbalance and the leak follows. Check the sump hose clamp beneath the drum and the outlet hose connection at the back — both are fine at rest and weep when the machine vibrates. Run a spin with the back panel off and a torch pointed at the sump; you will see it within thirty seconds.

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