zanussi zwf1632w washer wont move on to next step in program

Re: zanussi zwf1632w washer wont move on to next step in pro

step 1 should be led check, step 2, 3 and 4 are solenoids, and 5 should be the nothing happens one.

if you know how to use diagnostics, you should have access to the error code listings and how to read (and interpret – !?!) them, if not then you need to sign up for trade access as this info is not normally distributed in the public forums for H&S and liability reasons…

and which pcb did you check out of interest???

Re: zanussi zwf1632w washer wont move on to next step in pro

scott, the flashing lights are the error codes, its implying a motor fault, and being 1600 spin and manufacturered in 2006/7 id of said carbons, but as you have only had it for 2 years, it wouldnt normally ramp up to full spin on diagnostics if that was the case. it might be worth checking motor’s plug connection too.

always plug out first before inspection

where is the machine kept, indoors in warm? garage? damp utility room…?

my first port of call on any zanussi, regardless of fault, is the fluff filter and sump hose to pump, below the drum. a blocked filter causes the senstive electronics to get into a right tiswas, and can give out spurious errors so its always important to make sure the basics are sorted – check for clear drainage, and make sure you have water going in.

. if there is anything in the sump/pump/filter, you need to access diagnostics again, turn dial to position 10, where the start/end leds flash and then clear it by holding the start/pause and skip buttons simultaneously for 5 seconds to clear the error code. then turn off turn on turn off and turn on then off again. then restart diagnostic routine from scratch, giving each click (except first all-led one) 2 minutes to allow for full checking.

HTH

Re: zanussi zwf1632w washer wont move on to next step in pro

sorry forgot, too ussed to doing it on zwf1221’s just press the button 10 times

Re: zanussi zwf1632w washer wont move on to next step in pro

scoshep1 wrote:New motors are expensive…bummer!!

I have a megger but am not brilliant with it, any pointers as to which way to check the armature etc greatly appreciated. ie, which pin in the multi plug and does the machine need to be on performing a wash, see told you i’m not much good with these things 😆

Cheers

Hey Scott: Do you have a Megger or a Multimeter? A Multimeter checks Voltage / Resistance etc whereas a Megger outputs 250, 500 or 1000 volts for testing. When checking the motor with a Megger make sure you unplug the wiring from the motor & test from the motor pins to Earth.

ALLWAYS MAKE SURE THE APPLIANCE IS DISCONNECTED FROM THE MAINS BEFORE OPENING IT UP.

Re: zanussi zwf1632w washer wont move on to next step in pro

Hi Scott: Don’t worry about it we all make mistakes. You can do a basic check with a Multimeter, Set your meter to the highest ohms range & check from each pin on the motor connector to the metal motor frame. There should be no reading between any pin & the frame, unfortunately making these tests with a Multimeter is not really conclusive as the Motor insulation may break down at the normal mains voltage but still show open circuit to the low Voltage from a Multimeter, thats why Engineers use a Megger for these tests. Do you have a local Electrician you could get to do it for you?