The spin cycle in my Indesit washing machine isn't working.
The spin cycle in an Indesit washing machine can suddenly stop working, even though the machine will continue to drain and fill with water, rinse detergent, and perform a thorough wash and rinse cycle. However, as soon as the spin cycle begins, the machine freezes and stops working. Does the symptom we're describing sound familiar? Then this article is for you. Please read the information carefully.
We are looking for the causes of the breakdown
Is your Indesit washing machine spinning? Start your troubleshooting with the simplest possible cause: user error. Please understand, we're not trying to imply that you're using your washing machine incorrectly; we're simply exploring possible causes. And as you know, anything can happen. We'll discuss user errors in more detail in the next section, but for now, let's list the most common issues that prevent your Indesit washing machine from spinning.
Mistakes aren't limited to Indesit washing machine users; different brands of washing machines can react differently to such errors, so refrain from drawing any comparisons.
- Stretched drive belt.
- Burnt out tachometer sensor (Hall sensor).
- Worn out brushes of the commutator motor, broken winding.
- Burnt out triac of the electronic module.
If, in addition to spinning, your Indesit washing machine also doesn't drain, the list of potential problems expands. We already have a publication on this topic called The Indesit washing machine does not drain water and does not spin. It describes another aspect of the problem, which we won't dwell on in this article. If you're interested, read it, and we'll move on.
User errors
If your Indesit washing machine won't spin, freezes, and the laundry comes out wet, the first thing you need to do is check if you've done something wrong. What's the matter? Some programs included in the Indesit washing machine arsenal do not include spinning. These are special modes for washing shoes, delicates, outerwear, and more. If your "home assistant" doesn't have a display that shows information about the selected mode, it's easy to make a mistake and select a limited mode instead of a full-fledged one.
If you're sure the program you've selected includes a spin cycle, check to see if it's disabled. Some Indesit washing machine models have a spin cycle lock button that uses an older spring mechanism. This means that if the button is depressed, it's disabled and the spin cycle continues. However, if you press the button and forget to deactivate it, the spin cycle lock will remain in effect even after the washing machine is turned off, and it will remain disabled for all subsequent washes until the button is deactivated.
It seems trivial at first glance, but you can't imagine how many users have contacted our specialists with exactly this problem, only to find out that they simply had the "no spin" button pressed.
Also, quite often the Indesit washing machine does not spin due to the laundry being loaded incorrectly into the drum or simply due to the drum being overloaded. This problem is far from isolated, so we remind you once again – the drum should be loaded sufficiently, but not overloaded, The laundry should not be folded into a lump, but distributed evenly, and then no problems with imbalance will arise.
Drive belt or tachometer
Why isn't my Indesit "home helper" spinning? It's quite possible there's a problem, and one of the washing machine's modules needs repair or replacement. But pinpointing the exact problem isn't easy. We'll have to check all the suspects one by one until we find the culprit. We'll start with the drive belt.
You might be wondering, what does the drive belt have to do with the spin cycle? In fact, the connection is direct. If the drive belt doesn't consistently transmit the motor speed to the drum pulley, it prevents the drum from accelerating to the program's set speed, which leads to one thing: the program freezes and the spin cycle stops. So how do you check the belt?
- First of all, we prepare the washing machine for partial disassembly, namely, we disconnect it from all communications and move it to a place where you can freely walk around it.
- Next, you need to remove the back wall, after which we will immediately gain access to the drive belt.
- Check the belt tension; it should be strong enough. If the belt is clearly loose and there are signs of wear on its surface, the belt must be replaced.
Changing the belt is easy. First, remove the old belt. To do this, grab the drum pulley with one hand and the belt with the other. Turn the pulley—the belt will slip right off. First, pull the new belt over the large pulley, then over the small pulley. Hold the belt with one hand and turn the pulley with the other, tightening it.
The tacho sensor—a small, wire-like device—can also play tricks on us. It's mounted on the engine and is crucial, as it tells the control module the engine's RPM. If the tacho sensor malfunctions or burns out, it can lead to unpredictable consequences. The machine may stop washing altogether, or simply refuse to spin at high speeds. Let's check the tacho sensor.
- First we'll have to remove the drive belt so it doesn't get in the way.
- Then we unscrew the large bolts holding the engine.
- We remove the engine.
- We remove the tachometer and measure the resistance of its contacts with a multimeter.
Next, depending on the test results. If the tachometer is working properly, we leave it alone and check the next part. If it's faulty, we replace it, as the Hall sensor cannot be repaired.
Engine or control module
We've removed the engine, so it's a good idea to check it, especially since it's also on our list of suspects. Let's unscrew the small bolts that hold the graphite brushes in place and pull them out. Checking them isn't difficult; if they've become noticeably shorter, wear has reached a critical level and they need to be replaced.
By the way! If you discover that only one brush is worn out and the other is fine, you'll still need to replace both parts to ensure they wear evenly in the future.
Next, you need to check for a shorted motor winding. This doesn't happen often, but it can't be ruled out. A shorted winding means the motor won't run at all or will run poorly. In such a situation, the best option would be to replace the motor with a new one, since rewinding is very expensive. The winding is also tested using a multimeter, with one probe placed on the winding core and the other on the case. All cores must be tested, otherwise this test will be of little use.
Well, we've checked the motor, and everything seems fine with it too. There's only one thing left to do: check the control module. It's best to entrust the electronics of your Indesit washing machine to a professional. Trust me, checking and repairing the electronic board yourself won't do any good. Why waste money on buying and reprogramming a new module?
In conclusion, if the spin cycle on your Indesit washing machine isn't working, there's no reason to panic. While you could certainly contact a specialist right away, and that would be a good idea, you can also try to find and fix the problem yourself. If you're a DIY enthusiast with an inquisitive mind, this article will be helpful. Good luck!
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When spinning, a clicking sound is heard, the indicators start flashing and the machine stops. What is this?
Error F08 — heating element error (leakage onto the housing).
Error F05, what is it?
Very practical and clear advice. Thank you!
The spin cycle works without laundry, but when I throw in a T-shirt, it doesn't want to spin, it spins slowly and nothing else. I've tried two and three T-shirts.
Thanks for the advice. I'll try it myself. I've already replaced the drum bearings, sawed them apart, and tightened them with bolts. It works, but hasn't spun for two days.
Whenever I start a wash cycle, it takes in water and immediately switches to spin. Then it tries to drain the water, and that's it! All the lights come on. It's an Indesit iwub4085. P.S. I replaced the bearings myself!
My top-loading machine lights up when I turn it on, then switches to rinse cycle and rinses everything, but the spin cycle doesn't engage. I had to move the machine, and when I connected it to the water supply, I ran it on an empty rinse cycle, and water started leaking from the connection point. I had to interrupt the rinse cycle. Could this affect the long rinse cycle and prevent the rinse cycle from engaging as expected?
The spin mode does not turn on, Indesit WITL 867 machine.
The warranty service isn't accepting my request. The machine isn't spinning. It's an Indesit 51051 cis. They say it was connected incorrectly.
During the spin cycle, the machine spins, but no water is supplied for rinsing. Moreover, the rinsing cycle continues continuously. This happens in all modes.
Hello, the washing machine is working, but the clothes weren't spun at the end of the cycle. The technician found the problem with the module and replaced it. The machine spun the clothes once, but the second time, it washed without spinning. The brushes are fine, and the belt is like new.
The belt looks new, but have you checked its tension? Could it be that it's not loose because of the lack of tension?
Does not retain water, water drains out during washing.
Raise the drain hose higher.
The machine runs, fills, drains, washes, but the spin cycle keeps resetting. If I turn it off after washing and immediately set the spin cycle, it works. What's the cause?
The Indesit IWSB 5085 machine washed, went into spin mode, and then stopped. We can't open it.
Hello, my machine stopped heating water, but other functions are working. What should I do?
I went through all the insides, cleaned all the contacts, checked the wires, brushes, and drove out the spider!
But it turned out to be just an overload!
Thank you very much, if it weren't for this article, I would have thrown the car away in anger!
The machine washes, heats the water, and when the spin cycle starts, there's a click. Then the error code F08 lights up.
An Italian-made Indesit. Over 20 years old. It fills, washes, heats, and drains, but doesn't spin. The belt is fine, the motor has no brushes. What's wrong? Where can I check? I'm pretty sure I'm a natural.
The Indesit washes and rinses, but doesn't spin. The belt is tight enough. What's wrong?
Please help, I have an Indesit. The machine is 20 years old. It washes, but there's no spin cycle and the light keeps blinking. What should I do?
There is too much water in the program. Please check.
I have an Indesit WIU 80, it worked for 15 years, then the bearings fell apart and the belt snapped. I replaced the bearings myself, but the new belt turned out to be very tight (5 cm shorter than stated). I had a hard time putting it on and starting the machine. The machine worked, but it wouldn't spin. I tried everything, including replacing the motor and the control unit, but nothing helped. A friend gave me his used belt, installed it, and everything worked. It turns out that the belt was too tightly tensioned, which was the cause of the problem. I replaced the belt, and everything has been working fine for almost a year now. Maybe someone will find my information useful.