The Counterbalance Spring Kit is an OEM part for Whirlpool washing machines. This kit includes springs that help balance and stabilize the washer drum during the spin cycle, preventing excessive movement and vibration. The counterbalance spring kit includes 3 counterbalance springs. The counterbalance spring kit includes 3 counterbalance springs.
Over time, counterbalance springs can wear out, lose tension, or become damaged due to repeated use and the strain of heavy loads. A faulty counterbalance spring can lead to instability and increased noise during operation, affecting the washer's performance.
Symptoms of a bad counterbalance spring kit include:
- Excessive shaking or vibrating during the spin cycle
- Loud banging or thumping noises
- The washing machine moving or "walking" during operation
- Unevenly distributed loads or off-balance errors
This OEM part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore models.
Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You
My whirlpool washer was chasing me around the room it was so out of balance and shaking James S. • Oak Point , TX • March 21, 2016
My wife and I along with Mat on the video replaced the upper and lower friction pads, along with the balance springs. The machine runs smooth as it did new. Thank you everyone at Appliance Parts Pro and Mat. You are a great company. P.S. my wife and I should had made our own video for you since we are both in our 60s I bet it would have been funny Thanks Again. JIm & Debbie from Texas.
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