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This is normal for most washing machine designs. The reason is to enable access to spring attachments which allow the barrel/drum to move during cycles when machine is operating. If there was no 'wobble' the building housing your laundry machines would shake apart with the centrifugal forces created.

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Does a washing machine need a magnet to operate?

The answer is both yes and no.It actually depends on the kind of washing machine in question.The problem is the motion.A washing machine need some kind of an engine or motor in order to move the cloths back and forth. This can of course be done manually.If we rule out manual washing machines, and also only count in electrical ones then these can be made in two different ways.The motor causing the tumbling or the motion in the washing machine can be made with both permanent magnets like NeoDym, or with purely electrical pulses creating strong electromagnetic fields.Most motors in washing machines made today are made without magnets. It is cheaper to make purely electrical motors where the electricity provides the magnetic fields needed. By electronically rotate the magnetic field around the axis, this will force the motion of the motor. It would use less electricity to make the motors with NeoDym magnets but it would also cost more to produce.As a conclusion: We can not make an electrical washing machine that operate without magnetic fields, but magnetic fields does not have to be made by magnets.


How does the agitator work on a washing machine?

the agitator on most washers go back and forth . at least one i know of goes up and down. we will talk about the back and forth.Underneath the tub usually accessable from the back of the machineis a transmission and belt along with other things. when you start the washer it will fill with water . When the correct volume of water is reached a switch is activated that sends power to the timer which in turn routes power to the proper connections needed to agitate. now when washing power is sent to a agitator control which lifts a plunger that makes the transmission rock back and forth which is calledagitation


What is the difference between an agitator and an impeller in a washing machine?

Top-loaders have two options for swirling the load: an agitator (central spindle), or an impeller (a small bump at the bottom of the bowl). Impellers spin and pulse to turn the washing over, rather than twisting it. Washing machines with impellers tend to be easier to load and unload, but their dirt removal isn't always as good as agitator models.


How is a pulsator different from an agitator in a washing machine?

A pulsator creates water movement by rotating or pulsating to clean clothes gently, making it ideal for delicate fabrics. An agitator, in contrast, uses a central column to move clothes vigorously back and forth to remove dirt and stains from heavier fabrics.


What machine moves with only one movement?

A pendulum moves with only one movement, swinging back and forth in a repetitive motion.

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Should a top load washing machine agitator wobble back and forth when you touch it?

Are you speaking of the drum wobbling or the whole machine? If the drum, when the drum is spinning or when off and stopped? If when the drum is spinning, it wobbles somewhat especially if unbalanced (laundry only on one side). If the whole machine, there are leveling feet on the botton of the washing machine. The height adjustment is made by turning each foot which are threaded into the base frame. Many floors are sloped, this is why the machine has to be leveled first.


What it agitation?

Moving back and forth like a washing machine


How do you fix wobble in a bicycle chain wheel?

First you need to determine if the wobble is from the chainwheel or from the bottom bracket. Then there are different procedures depending on if it's a sideways wobble or a bac/forth, up/down wobble. A sideways wobble can be adressed by bending the chainwheel back into plane using two wrenches/vise grips. One is used for bending, the other as a brace to stop the bend from going too far. a back/forth wobble can be fixed by undoing the chain ring bolts a little, and then, with a piece of wood, knock the chainring back into position before doing the bolts back up again.


Does a washing machine need a magnet to operate?

The answer is both yes and no.It actually depends on the kind of washing machine in question.The problem is the motion.A washing machine need some kind of an engine or motor in order to move the cloths back and forth. This can of course be done manually.If we rule out manual washing machines, and also only count in electrical ones then these can be made in two different ways.The motor causing the tumbling or the motion in the washing machine can be made with both permanent magnets like NeoDym, or with purely electrical pulses creating strong electromagnetic fields.Most motors in washing machines made today are made without magnets. It is cheaper to make purely electrical motors where the electricity provides the magnetic fields needed. By electronically rotate the magnetic field around the axis, this will force the motion of the motor. It would use less electricity to make the motors with NeoDym magnets but it would also cost more to produce.As a conclusion: We can not make an electrical washing machine that operate without magnetic fields, but magnetic fields does not have to be made by magnets.


2000 Dodge Intrepid 2.7 liter is the harmonic balancer suppose to wobble back and forth towards the radiator?

yes when its broken!


What might cause a smaller car to wobble back and forth and slow speeds?

Bad tire, bad wheel, bad cv shaft.......


Why does my rear wheel wobble back and forth down the road?

because maybe your really fat go on a diet PLEASE!!!!!!!!!! especaly if your rear is wobbaling


How is a washing machine a computer system?

A computer within a washing machine controls many aspects: The user interface, that is, buttons, LEDs, display, buzzer, are all driven and managed by a computer. The washing program is controlled by a computer: when to heat the water and how much, when and how to spin, etc. Modern washing machines measure the cleanness of the washing and optimize the washing cycle's duration to wash as long as necessary while completing as soon as possible. Modern washing machines also feature sophisticated spinning and load-balancing algorithms which reduce vibrations during the spinning, thus reducing noise and mechanical stress. A washing machine's computer will also monitor safety equipment: for example, a frontloader's door must be securely locked before water is allowed in. Water flow must be confirmed, and the required amount of water must be in the machine before the heating is allowed on, etc. The washing machine's computer will also monitor the machine's general state of health and maintenance. For example, after a set number of hours of active usage, the machine might display a recommendation to replace the drive belt, or to clean the fluff filter.


How does the agitator work on a washing machine?

the agitator on most washers go back and forth . at least one i know of goes up and down. we will talk about the back and forth.Underneath the tub usually accessable from the back of the machineis a transmission and belt along with other things. when you start the washer it will fill with water . When the correct volume of water is reached a switch is activated that sends power to the timer which in turn routes power to the proper connections needed to agitate. now when washing power is sent to a agitator control which lifts a plunger that makes the transmission rock back and forth which is calledagitation


What is weave and wobble on a motorcycle?

Weave refers to the forces that make the tail end of a bike to wiggle back and forth while moving, pivoting on the axis that is the handlebars. When the front wiggles, it is known as wobble. These effects will usually become bigger as speed increases, and riding becomes exponentially more dangerous.


What is the difference between an agitator and an impeller in a washing machine?

Top-loaders have two options for swirling the load: an agitator (central spindle), or an impeller (a small bump at the bottom of the bowl). Impellers spin and pulse to turn the washing over, rather than twisting it. Washing machines with impellers tend to be easier to load and unload, but their dirt removal isn't always as good as agitator models.


In the ds game fossil fighters what do you do after you build a time machine?

You get to go back and forth in time I guess