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After purchasing a long-awaited washing machine, many users begin to complain about excessive noise and vibration during operation. For this reason, anti-vibration stands for the washing machine are used. To what extent this is justified and how to choose the right gaskets, read below.
Why does vibration occur when washing
Before buying foot pads, you need to make sure that the installation of the washer has been done correctly. Turn off the machine and shake your hand. If the case wobbles, it means that not all legs are evenly touching the surface.
To set the legs to the same height, turn the nut in different directions.
For an accurate check, use a level. Even with a slight tilt, the machine may make noise and move during the spin cycle.
Causes of strong vibration:
- After transportation did not remove shipping bolts. Then you need to take them out. They are located on the rear panel and help to fix the internal parts of the AGR during transportation.
- Uneven or wooden floor. The plank floor sags over time, causing the machine to bounce during operation. It is necessary to level the floor or install a rigid stand.
- During prolonged use, it is possible bearing wear. Then the washing machine not only vibrates, but also emits a “terrible” rumble and rattle.
Most often, narrow machines vibrate. Their body is less stable, which leads to vibrations during the spin cycle. In this case, the use of anti-vibration supports is justified.
What are coasters and mats
Once you’ve made sure your Electrolux, LG, Indesit, or any other car is set up correctly, you can start choosing anti-vibration footpegs or rubber mats.
If we consider the stands for the washing machine, they differ in color, shape and material of manufacture. Mostly they are black or white supports. The shape is not particularly remarkable – round or square, sometimes figured.
Legs against vibration for the machine are made:
- Made of rubber or polyurethane. These are durable and strong supports. Their diameter usually does not exceed 50 cm. The upper part of the rubber pads is embossed, so the washing machine legs stand steadily on them. The bottom of the product has stiffening ribs, which allows you to better dampen vibrations and prevent slipping.
- From silicone. Silicone coasters are transparent, soft and elastic. The material does not differ much from rubber in quality, but it costs more. They can be of various shapes. They even make anti-vibration feet.
An anti-vibration mat is used for the same purpose. It can also be made of silicone or rubber, at the corners of the product there are shock-absorbing corners for the legs.
It is easier to choose a rug according to the size of the base of the washer than the legs for the washer. However, due to the size, the pad in the form of a rug is more expensive.
How to choose the right coasters
After studying user reviews, we can highlight the following advantages of coasters:
- The support material adheres tightly to the CMA legs and the floor. Therefore, they keep the machine from vibrations and jumps during the spin cycle.
- The stability of the washing machine is the key to maintaining the flooring. With the constant sliding of the legs, the floor is scratched.
Among the shortcomings, users have identified the relatively expensive cost of small coasters.
Most popular brands:
- Topperr и Topperr 3200. These are polymer supports. Thanks to the conical shape and solid structure of the substrate, they keep the machine from moving. Where can I buy? On the Internet, at a price of 400 rubles.
- Anti-vibration pads Helpers for household appliances. Made of PVC, square shape. They are inexpensive, in the online store the price is from 300 rubles.
Also positive feedback from users deserved stands of the company Aliza.
After evaluating the advantages and disadvantages of products, you can decide which stands to buy.
Is underlayment worth it?
Do you need stands for the washing machine – you decide. You can install them yourself.
Pre-adjust the legs so that they are on the same level. Then place supports under each leg. Remember that the machine must initially be on a level surface.