Washer-dryer stops mid-cycle and displays E08; may be accompanied by unusual noises from the drum.

Safety first: Unplug the machine immediately if you hear grinding or burning smells. Do not force the drum to turn.

• Step 1 – Check drum rotation: With the door open and power off, try to rotate the drum by hand. If it is very stiff or jammed, suspect a mechanical obstruction or bearing failure.
• Step 2 – Inspect for foreign objects: Shine a torch through the drum holes to look for bra wires, coins, or screws lodged between the drum and tub. Sometimes these can be pulled out with long-nose pliers.
• Step 3 – Check load size: If the drum turns freely, consider whether the previous load was excessively heavy (e.g. large duvets). Reduce load size and retry a cycle.
• Step 4 – Access motor and belt: Remove the rear panel and inspect the belt and motor. If the belt is intact but the motor struggles to turn, the bearings or motor may be failing.
• Step 5 – Bearing assessment: Rotate the drum while listening at the rear. Rough grinding or side-to-side play of the drum indicates worn bearings, which usually require tub and bearing replacement.
• Step 6 – Professional repair: Drum bearing or tub replacement on Caple washer-dryer combos is complex and often requires full tub removal. Contact a qualified technician for this level of repair.