Caple
Drive Belt Slipped or Broken
Washer-dryer drum does not turn during wash but can be rotated easily by hand.
Advertisements
Possible Causes
Snapped drive belt, Belt slipped off due to worn pulley, Oil or detergent contamination on belt, Misaligned motor or drum pulley
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the appliance before removing the rear panel.
- Step 1 – Remove rear panel: Access the drive belt and pulleys.
- Step 2 – Inspect belt: If the belt is off or broken, clean any residue from the pulleys.
- Step 3 – Fit new belt: Install a Caple-compatible belt by placing it around the motor pulley first, then carefully rotating the drum pulley while feeding the belt on.
- Step 4 – Check alignment: Ensure the belt runs centrally and is not twisted.
- Step 5 – Test: Refit the rear panel and run a wash cycle to confirm drum rotation.
Advertisements
Repair Difficulty
Easy
2/5
Advertisements