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Unbalanced load detection

Washing machine does not spin correctly due to unbalanced load

Candy · Washing Machines

What does Unbalanced load detection mean?

The machine has a system to protect against damage from unbalanced loads during the spin cycle. This may cause longer spin times, reduced spin speed, or the cycle aborting.

Common Causes

  • Load is unevenly distributed in the drum.
  • Load is too large or too small.

Repair Steps & Checklist

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  1. 1

    Remove the laundry and untangle it.

  2. 2

    Redistribute the load evenly in the drum.

  3. 3

    Reload and restart the spin program.

  4. 4

    Ensure the load size is appropriate for the selected program.

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Source: Candy Washing Machines
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