Vintage hotpoint twin tub not reaching full speed on spin

[allytjd]

I have a Hotpoint supermatic 9040 twin tub, it’s not my only machine, I have a sensible german automatic too, but i find it very useful for certain jobs. Unfortunately it has stopped reaching proper speed on spin and the fast spin was a big reason for giving it house room.
Anyone give me the likely reasons? Belt, brushes, clutch shoes, bearings? It is sounding a bit noisy and a bit grindy when slowing to a halt.

Also any suggestions for “mature” washing machine repair experts who may be able to fix it in Central Scotland.

Grateful for any advice (please don’t tell me to scrap it though!).

[Martin]

Re: Vintage hotpoint twin tub not reaching full speed on spi

The top ‘bearing’ on the spin can shaft will be in need of a good clean up and lube with high speed grease. The clutch shoes also will need replacing. Sadly parts are obsolete and virtually impossible to obtain these days. But never say never if you look hard enough.

[allytjd]

Re: Vintage hotpoint twin tub not reaching full speed on spi

I will have to hunt around, I was a bit worried it would be the clutch shoes as they don’t seem to crop up in spare part shops as much as belts etc. Oh well…

[Martin]

Re: Vintage hotpoint twin tub not reaching full speed on spi

Also the brake release is a potential cause, operated by the lid switch lever and Bowden cable. All of the above can cause spin problems…… Good luck!

[allytjd]

Re: Vintage hotpoint twin tub not reaching full speed on spi

I wish I was more experienced in mechanical things but I would struggle to know what was what if I opened it up, I may have to phone round all the local repairers and find out if any still employ anyone familiar with twin tub workings but at least with your info I will sound more knowledgable. clutch shoes seem to be available for around £20 online.

[Andy jones]

Re: Vintage hotpoint twin tub not reaching full speed on spi

At a guess I’d say the drum shaft needs a good clean and lubrication

[Andy jones]

Re: Vintage hotpoint twin tub not reaching full speed on spi

I’m sure you’ll find someone to have a look. Easy machines to repair if you can get parts but as Martin said a lot are obsolete

[allytjd]

Re: Vintage hotpoint twin tub not reaching full speed on spi

thanks for your replies. 🙂

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