Hotpoint WMA37 not spinning

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  • September 23, 2005 at 12:12 pm #12130
    booley
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    I’d like some advice on what might be the problem with my Hotpoint WMA37 washing machine. It wont spin during any wash or spin cycle. The drum seems ok as I can turn it by hand. It fills and empties ok it just doesnt move !
    Is it simple to fix ? Would it be worth calling a hotpoint engineer or a local tradesman?
    Cheers Booley

    September 23, 2005 at 5:29 pm #148004
    DentedPorsche
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    Re: Hotpoint WMA37 not spinning

    Check the carbon brushes in the motor. Most likely worn out.
    As always, if you intend trying repairs yourself, power off and unplug before doing anything.

    DP

    September 23, 2005 at 9:18 pm #148005
    booley
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    Re: Hotpoint WMA37 not spinning

    Thanks. My hubby has had the top off it and noticed an electrical componant appeared burnt out. Would this be a possible cause or just a further problem.
    Ps the machine is only 3 years old but the sales warranty ran out last month ( typical)

    September 24, 2005 at 3:10 pm #148006
    Penguin45
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    Re: Hotpoint WMA37 not spinning

    You have a 5 year parts warranty on the machine, although you have to pay the call out (£89.95). If the burnt out component is the computer board, it would be worth calling them out, otherwise a local repairer may be the cheaper option.

    Check Directories or Repairs@ for a UKW repairer in your area. Power off if you continue to investigate.

    Regards,
    Pengun45.

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