An LG WT7150CW that shakes, bangs or walks on the spin is reacting to a lopsided drum, an unlevel stand or a floor that moves, and the LG signal for it is the UE code, which stands for an unbalanced load. A top-loader spins the basket at speed to wring out water, and the drum is mounted so that it can move a little. When more weight sits on one side, the basket swings in a circle and the washer shakes.
The checks in more detail
The control senses this, slows the spin, tries to redistribute the water and clothes and, if it cannot, stops and shows UE. Treat the load first. A single heavy item such as a bath mat, a comforter or a pair of wet jeans can unbalance the drum, and so can a very small load. Open the lid, spread the clothes evenly around the basket and mix large and small items. Do not load above the top row of holes.
Wash bulky items with a few lighter ones. If the washer has an agitator, do not wrap long items around the post; if it has an impeller plate, spread items loosely around it. Restart the spin. Then the machine. Use a spirit level on the lid and adjust the feet until the cabinet is level, then press on each corner to check it does not rock; tighten the lock nuts.
A weak or springy floor amplifies vibration, and a plywood sheet or anti-vibration pads under the feet help. LG's washers use a belt-less Direct Drive motor, so the vibration is never a slipped belt; if the shaking continues with a balanced load and a level washer, the suspension rods that hold the tub, or the tub bearings, are the next suspects and need a technician. Run a heavy spin after any change to see whether the washer stays steady, and note when UE appears for the service call.
Differential
Likely causes of “LG WT7150CW top-load washer shakes, walks or bangs during spin”, and how to tell them apart
- 1
An unbalanced load
What separates it UE shows and the washer stops
How to confirm Spread the clothes and mix sizes
- 2
An unlevel washer
What separates it It rocks when pushed at a corner
How to confirm Adjust and lock the four feet
- 3
An overloaded basket
What separates it Clothes are packed above the holes
How to confirm Load less
- 4
A flexible floor
What separates it Vibration is felt through the room
How to confirm Add pads or a board
- 5
Worn suspension or bearings
What separates it Shaking continues with a level washer and a balanced load
How to confirm Technician diagnosis
Before you touch a setting
Record this first — changing settings destroys the evidence
- Whether UE appears
- Whether the washer rocks at a corner
- Whether a bulky item is in the load
- The floor type
Try in this order
0 of 6 completedOpen the lid
ReversibleAnd look at the load.
Spread the clothes
ReversibleMix large and small.
Level the washer
ReversibleSpirit level, four feet.
Lock the feet
ReversibleTighten the nuts.
Add pads
ReversibleOn a weak floor.
Book service
ReversibleIf it still shakes.
Model-specific
What is true of this model and not of its siblings
- The UE routine
- The control slows the spin, tries to redistribute and then stops with UE if it cannot balance.
- Loading
- Even spreading and mixed sizes prevent most cases.
- Levelling
- Four feet carry the washer's weight; level them and lock the nuts.
- The floor
- A rigid floor helps; a springy one amplifies the movement.
- Direct Drive
- The motor drives the drum without a belt, so shaking is about weight and suspension.
- LG help
- Quote WT7150CW and the serial number.
- Parts for this problem on the WT7150CW (RepairClinic, 2026-09-20)
- shock absorber with pin, part number AGM74269801, at $71.94; suspension rod, the suspension rod supports the , part number AJK73229709, at $64.47; add to cart control knob genuine oem part # aez7, part number FAA30850701, at $3.66.
Stop boundary
When this stops being a self-service repair
- !Stop the spin if the tub hits the cabinet
- !Do not wash one bulky item alone
- !Call LG if shaking continues with a balanced load
Evidence ledger
Sources behind this answer
Exact questions
Common questions
What does UE mean on an LG washer?+
An unbalanced load.
Does LG use a belt?+
No, the Direct Drive motor has no belt.
Will pads help?+
On a weak floor, yes.
Can I wash one item?+
A single bulky item often unbalances.
Is shaking dangerous?+
It can damage the floor and the washer over time.
When do I call a technician?+
If it shakes with a balanced load and a level washer.