HELP! THINK I MESSED UP MY NEW WASHER SETUP

Haha, been there, done that... sounds exactly like when I forgot to remove the shipping bolts from mine. Thought the washer was possessed or something. Did you check if they're still in? Also, leveling definitely helps - mine danced across the floor until I adjusted those little feet underneath. Speaking of washers, anyone else ever lose socks behind theirs, or is that just me being clumsy again?

Haha, the sock thing is universal, trust me. I once pulled my washer out to fix a leak and found an entire graveyard of socks, a couple of dryer sheets, and even a screwdriver I'd been missing for months. Still no idea how that got there...

But yeah, leveling is key. When I first installed mine, I thought eyeballing it would be good enough - big mistake. First spin cycle, the thing started shaking like it was trying to escape. Ended up using a carpenter's level and adjusting those little feet underneath until it was perfectly balanced. Took a bit of patience, but totally worth it in the end.

Also, double-check your hoses. I learned the hard way that hand-tightening isn't always enough. Had a slow drip behind the washer for weeks before I noticed the dampness on the wall. A quick wrench-tightening fixed it right up.

Anyway, good luck sorting yours out - it's usually something simple like bolts or leveling.

If a washer still bangs during spin after the shipping bolts are removed and the feet are leveled, check the manual’s clearance and floor requirements. A soft, flexible, or uneven floor can amplify vibration even when the machine itself is properly set up. The key is whether the floor stays rigid under the washer; if it flexes, it may need a suitable solid base.

Does it bang with a heavy or unevenly distributed load, or also during an empty spin? That distinction may help narrow down whether the load is contributing to the vibration.

If it bangs only with a heavy or unevenly distributed load, the load may be contributing; redistribute it and follow the washer’s manual. If it also bangs on an empty spin, that points away from load balance and back toward setup or a machine issue. Don’t repeat a spin that causes severe shaking; check the manual or contact the manufacturer for guidance.

On the hose drip, I wouldn’t assume tightening more is the fix: follow the washer and hose manufacturers’ instructions for that connection. If it leaks, check that the connection is seated and the seal is in place; overtightening can damage the connection and make things worse.