Hotpoint TCM580 can’t turn the drum

[shlema]

Got something wrong happening with the dryer, Hotpoint TCM580 (about three years old). Noticed the other day that the engine was making the normal noise, but the drum didn’t turn. Opened it up — no visible issues with the belt. When I turned the dryer on and spun the drum by hand, the engine actually kept spinning it; but then when it needed to change direction, it couldn’t turn the drum again.

Does anyone know what it means? Does it make sense to try and repair it at all?

Thanks!

[matrixresonator]

Sounds like the start capacitor (located near the motor)
https://shop.ukwhitegoods.co.uk/g873197as-washing-machine-tumble-dryer-dishwasher-8uf-capacitor.

Also, always discharge a capacitor before touching it to be safe
https://electrouniversity.com/how-to-discharge-a-capacitor/

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