Miele washing machine does not spin

Any household appliance can malfunction over time, but it's not always obvious to the naked eye. If your Miele washing machine isn't spinning, the items in the drum will remain wet after the cycle is complete. If this happens, it's likely that your "home helper" simply wasn't able to spin the drum to the required speed, so it skipped the spin cycle, moved on to the drain, or froze. Let's look at why this might happen and how to fix it yourself.

Possible breakdowns

First of all, don't ignore the problem. Of course, you can wring out the clothes yourself, as the main purpose of a washing machine is to wash clothes, not spin them. But this will waste your energy over time, and your appliances may break down even more if you don't fix the cause of the initial breakdown in time. What could cause a Miele machine to stop spinning clothes after washing?

• The owner of the machine either turned off the spin function themselves, or selected a mode in which the spin function is simply not provided.
• The washing machine's control board detected an imbalance in the drum and therefore disabled the spin program for safety reasons.
• There are problems with the machine's drainage system, and since the waste liquid cannot drain, the machine is unable to start spinning the clothes.
• The Hall sensor is broken.
• The washing machine's electric motor is damaged.
• The bearing unit has failed.
• A foreign object has gotten into the drum of the device, preventing it from rotating freely.
• There was a one-time failure of the equipment's control module.

Do not use the unit under any circumstances if you notice that there is no spin function.

Most of these issues can be easily resolved at home without calling a service center. Typically, you only need to call a technician if the washing machine's control board is damaged, or if the machine itself was purchased recently and is still under warranty. Let's take a closer look at situations where you can handle them yourself.

The enabled mode does not include spinning

The easiest repair is when the user accidentally activates a cycle without spinning. In this case, simply change the program, and the problem will be solved. Miele washing machines don't spin clothes when using delicate and hand wash cycles, as well as wool, silk, and down cycles. Simply check the selector position and adjust it to restore spinning.

You may also have accidentally reduced the spin speed to zero, which can be done with a separate RPM control button. Simply return the spin speed to normal and then check the machine for proper operation.

To do this, turn on the machine, select any quick cycle that includes a spin cycle, start the machine, and monitor the program. This will help you confirm that the problem was caused by user error and not a hardware issue. If the spin cycle doesn't start, proceed to the next steps.

Things are all tangled up in a lump

What to do if the spin cycle was not switched off manually? In this case, the drum imbalance may be to blame, which could have occurred due to a violation of loading recommendations.If you add too many dirty items to the drum, they may begin to form large clumps during the wash cycle and move unevenly within the machine. This process will be detected by the washing machine's control module, which will stop the washing machine.

This problem typically occurs with older Miele washing machines, as newer models are equipped with modern sensors that prevent imbalances. If the problem isn't prevented, the machine will display an error code. How does drum imbalance typically occur?

• After rinsing, the “home helper” tries to spin the drum.
• Unsuccessful attempts are accompanied by a loud hum and knocking sound.
• Because of this, household appliances vibrate excessively and even jump.
• The CM control module cancels the spin cycle.
• The machine drains the waste liquid.
• The program ends approximately 15 minutes earlier than scheduled.
• Clothes inside the drum remain wet.

Fortunately, correcting a drum imbalance is very simple. If it's caused by overloading, simply open the door, remove the excess items, and run the machine again. If there's too little laundry, you just need to add a few items. If the imbalance is caused by clothes bunching up into a large lump, open the door and straighten the items, trying to spread them out evenly across the surface. Then, simply restart the cycle.

An imbalance cannot be left undisturbed, as it threatens not only the spin cycle, but also the internal components of the washing machine.

If an imbalance occurs in the machine, the control board won't immediately detect it. This can cause vibration and shock, which can damage the shock absorbers, bearings, and shaft. Therefore, it's important to prevent drum imbalances by monitoring the load and evenly distributing the clothes in your Miele washing machine.

Engine problems

Finally, sometimes the machine won't start spinning due to a damaged motor. If the motor is partially or completely damaged, the drum simply won't spin up to high speed, leaving clothes wet. What should I do to test the motor?

• Disconnect the washing machine from all utilities.
• Remove the back panel of the case from it, having first removed the fasteners.
• Remove the drive belt from the pulley.
• Disconnect all wiring from the electric motor.

Take a few photos of the correct wiring connections so you have an example to hand for reconnecting.

• Remove all screws that hold the element in place.
• Gently rock the engine from side to side to remove it from the vehicle.

Now all that's left to do is carefully examine the part. The need for repair is immediately apparent – ​​dark spots, damaged insulation, a strong burning smell. It's also worth inspecting the brushes, as the graphite rods often wear out and require replacement. This should always be done correctly, meaning replacing both elements, not just one.

If the electric motor of your "home assistant" appears to be intact, it should be checked with a standard multimeter set to resistance. If the reading is below normal, a short circuit has occurred, and if it's higher, a broken stator or rotor winding is to blame. If this occurs, repair is impossible, so you'll have to purchase a new unit and install it in place of the damaged one, following our instructions in reverse order.

   

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