The washing machine does not always spin the laundry.

Service center specialists identify around 20 different washing machine problems that disrupt the spin cycle. Often, a washing machine spins clothes intermittently, alternating between successful and unsuccessful cycles. It's logical that in one situation, everything is fine, while in another, something is interfering with the "home helper." Let's look at what might be causing this.

The laundry got all tangled up in a ball

If your washing machine doesn't always spin dry, there's likely no serious problem that requires immediate attention. Typically, the cause of this problem is an imbalance in the drum, caused by large items of clothing or bedding clumped together. The fact is that new washing machines can detect imbalances and activate a special protection system that will either start the drum at a slow speed to "disassemble" the clump, or stop the spin cycle and display an error code.

If this happens to your machine, it's very easy to fix – just turn off the washing machine, carefully distribute the clothes, and run a separate spin cycle, skipping the wash and rinse steps. If this happens frequently, it's worth sorting through your clothes more carefully before loading them.

It's also crucial to avoid overloading the drum. For example, if the maximum load is 6 kilograms, it's ideal to wash about 3 kilograms of items at a time. If the items are large and highly absorbent, it's best to not add more than 2 kilograms of clothing to a single cycle. It's also important to avoid adding too few items.

Don't overuse laundry bags, as things often get bunched up in them.

Cleaning the duvet cover in a washing machine is also worth considering separately, as this is the part of the bedding that tends to get clogged with small items, creating a large clump that can cause the drum to become unbalanced. To prevent this, housewives often tie the duvet cover opening to prevent anything from getting inside. Another option is to sew a zipper into the duvet cover, which not only makes it easier to use but also prevents items from getting inside during the wash cycle.

The motor brushes are worn out

If the problem isn't caused by clothes that create an imbalance and overload the drum, the problem may be due to worn motor brushes. If these parts are worn, the machine may freeze during the spin cycle, which is the first stage of the problem before the washing machine stops spinning altogether due to the motor being unable to handle the high load.

Replacing the carbon brush rods requires a small set of tools, which is a must-have for any home. You'll also need new rods. The parts must be exactly the same as those originally installed in your "home helper." Remember that brushes should always be replaced in pairs, even if only one is worn out. Once you have the necessary parts on hand, all that's left to do is prepare the tools.

• Phillips and slotted screwdrivers.
• A simple pencil or pen.
• TORX key size 8 mm.

Prepare the machine for repair by first disconnecting it from the power supply and water supply, and removing the inlet hose from the body. Afterwards, it is necessary to drain the remaining liquid, having first covered the floors with rags or towels to avoid damaging the floor covering and flooding the neighbors. Place a container of water under the washing machine, positioning it near the waste filter, and then open it to drain any remaining water from previous cycles. Once all the liquid has drained, move the appliance away from the wall to begin cleaning.

The brushes are mounted on a commutator motor, so you'll first need to access the electric motor. To do this, remove the top panel of the unit by unscrewing the retaining bolts, and then remove the rear panel by undoing the fasteners. Now you'll be able to see the electric motor, located under the tank, which is what you'll be working on.

• First, you need to remove the drive belt from the pulleys.
• Then you need to disconnect all the wires from the motor.

Be sure to take several photos of the correct wiring connection so that you have a detailed example at hand later.

• Afterwards, you need to unscrew the fixing bolts to remove it and pull it out of the CM housing.
• Finally, you need to disconnect the brushes, having first unfastened the wire, moved the contact down and carefully stretched the spring.

All that's left to do is install the new graphite rods in place of the damaged ones, placing them tip-first into the socket, and then returning the spring to its original position. Next, cover the brush with a contact and attach a wire to it, connect it to the motor, and then return the electric motor to the machine body.

Once the element is installed in the washing machine and all the wires are connected, you need to replace the drive belt. To do this, first tighten it onto the pulley and then onto the drum "wheel." Then, return the rear and top panels to their original positions.

The repair will be completed by returning the "home assistant" to its original location, connecting it to all utilities, and running a test cycle to ensure it's working properly. Initially, the machine may spark and make some noise, but this will subside after a few washes as the brushes become fully "broken in."

   

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