Washer-dryer stops mid-cycle or will not start spin; E06 displayed, sometimes with heavy loads.

Safety: Disconnect mains power before accessing the motor or underside of the appliance.

• Check drum movement: Rotate the drum by hand. It should move smoothly without grinding. Excessive stiffness may indicate bearing or mechanical issues rather than an electrical motor fault.
• Access motor: Remove the rear panel of the Belling washer-dryer to access the drive motor at the bottom of the tub.
• Inspect wiring: Check the motor plug and harness for loose connections, burning, or broken wires. Reseat the connector firmly.
• Check carbon brushes (if fitted): On brushed motors, remove the brush holders and inspect the carbon length. If less than ~1 cm or unevenly worn, replace both brushes with compatible Belling motor brushes.
• Test tachometer: Locate the tach coil at the rear of the motor. Measure its resistance (often 100–200 Ω). If open circuit, replace the motor or tach assembly (depending on design).
• Control PCB: If motor and tach test OK but E06 persists, the motor drive circuit on the main PCB may be faulty. This requires specialist diagnosis and PCB replacement.