How to Remove Top Load Washing Machine Anchors



Removing the anchors from a top-loading washing machine is easier than it may seem. In fact, you can do it yourself without the help of any technician and you won't lose more than 5 minutes. But for this it is important that you first know what are the steps to follow.

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What are washing machine anchors?

The anchors of a washing machine may also be called bolts. They are a kind of pieces that are half inserted in the washing machine and that serve to protect it.

In general they serve to protect it during transport. And what these types of screws do is hold the drum inside the washing machine. This is true of front-loading and top-loading washers.

Doing so is very important, since otherwise the structure could be damaged and it could have errors in its operation.

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What do you need before removing the anchors?

The only thing you need to have to remove the anchors is a wrench or screwdriver. Then it will be a matter of a few minutes to remove them forever from your washing machine and replace the spaces with another material. This will usually come in the same box as the washing machine or will be shipped to you from the manufacturer.

What happens if I don't remove the washer anchors?

If you do not remove the anchors you can break your washing machine in one or two washes , so it is very important that you remove them as soon as the washing machine arrives at home.


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The anchors will keep the drum static, so if you put the washing machine on and start a cycle the drum will not be able to spin.

So your washing machine is probably moving or vibrating too much , it can even bounce and make extreme noises. If this happens more than once, the structure of the washing machine will be damaged and, of course, the drum will break due to its attempts to clean. In most cases this damage is irreparable.

So if you don't remove the anchors from your top-loading washer in less than two weeks, you'll have to buy a new one.

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Steps to remove the anchors of the top load washing machine

To remove the anchors of a top-loading washing machine, you will only need a screwdriver or wrench and the plugs of the washing machine. The latter will come together with the appliance, you do not have to buy them.

Step 1

First of all, take the washing machine out of the box and with a wrench or screwdriver start to remove the anchors that come to hold the drum to the structure. You will be able to see that some free spaces have remained where the anchors were before. That is where you should insert the specific plugs offered by the brand.

      

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Step 2

Secondly, you must connect your washing machine to the electrical network and to the water. The way in which you do it will depend on whether it is an induction washing machine, heat pump or others. According to this, you must have a connection to the electrical network, one to the water inlet connection and, if necessary, another to the water discharge connection


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Step 3

You already know how to remove the anchors of the top-loading washing machine. But still it could vibrate . That is why it is important that the floor is completely stable and even.

Your washing machine must be on a flat base and if not, you can use its adjustable feet to achieve this.

 

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