Why Is My Splendide® Washer Shaking? Troubleshooting Guide for RV Owners

Why Is My Splendide® Washer Shaking? Troubleshooting Guide for RV Owners

If your Splendide® washer-dryer combo is shaking, vibrating, or walking across the floor, it’s not just annoying—it could also mean something’s wrong. In an RV, excess vibration can lead to even bigger problems like loose fittings or cabinet damage. Let’s go over the most common causes of washer vibration and what parts may need repair or replacement. ---

🔍 1. Check for Shipping Bolts

Did you recently install or move your washer? If the shipping bolts weren’t removed, the washer’s suspension can’t absorb movement properly. What to do:
  • Open the back panel and make sure all shipping bolts are removed.
  • Only remove the bolts once the unit is in place and leveled.
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⚖️ 2. The Unit Isn’t Level

If your washer isn’t perfectly level—especially in an RV parked on uneven ground—it can shake violently during the spin cycle. What to do:
  • Use a bubble level on top of the unit.
  • Adjust the feet until the washer sits flat and stable.
  • Re-check level regularly as your RV shifts during travel.
✅ Consider replacing worn or missing leveling feet:
Shop Leveling Feet Kit for Splendide® ---

🧺 3. Unbalanced Loads

A large blanket, towel, or heavy item clumped to one side can throw the washer drum off balance and cause shaking. What to do:
  • Distribute heavy items evenly in the drum.
  • Try smaller loads with similar-sized items.
If your washer consistently struggles to balance, the internal suspension may be worn. ---

🔧 4. Worn Shock Absorbers or Drum Supports

Over time, Splendide® washers—especially in RVs—experience wear on suspension components like shock absorbers and drum supports. These are designed to reduce vibration. Signs of worn shocks:
  • Persistent shaking even with balanced loads
  • Thumping sounds during spin
✅ Shop Shock Absorber Set for Splendide® WD2100XC
✅ Shop Drum Support for WDV2200XCD ---

⚙️ 5. Loose or Damaged Drum Belt

A damaged drive belt can cause jerky or unstable spinning, adding to vibration. ✅ Shop Splendide® Washer-Dryer Drive Belt ---

🧰 Final Tip: Don’t Ignore the Signs

Letting a vibrating washer continue unchecked can damage the appliance and your RV. If the usual fixes don’t work, inspect key parts or contact us with your model number. ---

🛒 Need Help Finding the Right Parts?

We stock genuine replacement parts for every major Splendide® model. 👉 Browse Parts by Model
👉 Contact Us if you need help identifying the issue ---

🔧 Common Parts That Fix Shaking Issues

--- Got questions about a noisy or shaking Splendide® unit? Reach out to our expert team—we’re here to help you get back to smooth, stable cycles.
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