The Candy washing machine does not spin well.

You never know when your beloved "home assistant" will stop working properly. If everything was fine yesterday, but today your Candy washing machine is spinning poorly, you absolutely mustn't put up with it, as delays can cause further damage to your appliance. Let's take a closer look at the possible causes of spinning problems and how to fix them at home.

Why does the washing machine leave the laundry wet?

The spin cycle is a crucial part of a washing machine's operating cycle, as manually removing moisture from wet laundry is not only extremely difficult but also extremely time-consuming. Users have long been accustomed to the machine doing everything automatically, so an automatic washing machine should never be left without a high-quality spin cycle. Otherwise, there's a high risk of further damage.

Unfortunately, it's impossible to check whether the machine is working properly during the spin cycle. Moreover, once the cycle is complete, it's too late to do anything about it. Therefore, you'll have to look for the cause of the problem after the wash, when you have wet laundry on your hands. Why might my Candy washing machine spin poorly?

• The maximum load capacity has been exceeded. In this case, the machine is simply unable to handle the increased load.
• The user accidentally selected a program that either had a low spin speed or skipped the final stage of washing. For example, if the silk function was activated, it simply didn't include a spin cycle.
• The drum was loaded with clothes of varying fabric densities, which meant that only some of the items were properly spun.
• The machine's drainage system is clogged. If this is the problem, after the main wash cycle, waste liquid will remain in the drum, requiring the rest of the washing process to be done in water. This often happens due to a blockage in the drain hose, which needs to be cleared from time to time.
• Damage to the washing machine's internal components, such as the bearing assembly. This can be identified by loud grinding and noise that suddenly appears during any cycle.
• Failure of the tachometer sensor, the condition of which is actively affected by regularly exceeding the maximum permissible weight of the laundry.
• Foreign objects may have gotten into the area between the tub and the drum. In this case, the extra object blocks the normal operation of the washing machine.
• The drain pump is broken, which is why water cannot drain from the system in a timely manner.

It's not possible to quickly check the pump, as this would require partially disassembling the Candy washing machine, accessing the pump, and thoroughly examining it.

Finally, another possible cause of poor spinning is damage to the control module, which controls all key components of the machine. Therefore, it's always important to consider that spin problems could also be caused by the control board, which is extremely difficult and expensive to repair.

Let's test the machine

If you regularly get damp laundry after spinning, it's quite possible the problem lies with incorrect settings rather than a faulty washing machine. In this case, you might be able to fix it in minutes, without even calling a repair service.

First, check for the most basic reasons why the spin cycle isn't working. After your laundry hasn't spun properly, try removing half the load and spinning it again. It's possible that the drum is overloaded. If the machine starts working normally after this, you'll just need to pay closer attention to your load in the future.

Always check the spin settings carefully before starting the wash cycle – the drum speed may be set to the minimum, or the spin is simply turned off.

Afterwards, thoroughly clean the entire drainage system, including the drain filter and hose. This is necessary to prevent clogging of the filter element and drain hose. If this procedure still doesn't make a significant difference, inspect the area between the tub and the drum, as a foreign object may have lodged itself. If this is the case, you'll likely hear a strange noise during the wash cycle that wasn't previously present. In this case, the foreign object should be removed through the opening in the water heater.

It's also possible that spin problems are caused by improperly sorted items. Trying to spin items of different fabrics in a Candy machine at once can result in only some items being properly spun, while others remain wet.

Finally, if none of the above helps, you'll need to partially disassemble the washing machine to examine the bearings, tachometer, drain pump, water heater, and electric motor. If any of these parts are faulty, you'll need to purchase the same or similar part and install it in its place. If you're unsure of your abilities due to inexperience repairing appliances, it's best to entrust the work to a service center specialist. This is especially true if the washing machine is still under warranty, so the repair will be free.

Be careful when using the machine.

Getting rid of spin problems is easy, but it's even easier to prevent them. To do this, you must follow all the safety precautions described in the user manual. The list looks like this:

• Avoid overloading and underloading by adding more than the minimum load and less than the maximum;
• Always remove any foreign objects from your pockets that could get stuck and damage the machine, such as keys, coins, paper clips, hairpins, etc.;
• Choose your cycle carefully to suit the laundry you are about to wash;
• Place small items of clothing in special laundry bags.

All of this will allow you to always get perfectly clean clothes, and will help your machine work smoothly for many years.

   

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