Hoover
Drive System Failure
Washer-dryer fills and drains but drum does not turn during wash or spin
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Safety Warning
This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.
If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.
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Possible Causes
Broken or slipped drive belt, Worn motor brushes, Faulty motor, Seized drum bearings
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Unplug the appliance before accessing the rear panel.
- Check drum movement: Rotate the drum by hand. If it is very stiff or noisy, suspect bearing failure.
- Inspect belt: Remove the rear panel and check if the belt is off or broken. Refit or replace with the correct Hoover belt if necessary.
- Motor brushes: On brushed motors, remove and inspect carbon brushes. Replace if worn short.
- Motor test: If belt and brushes are fine, test the motor windings with a multimeter. Replace the motor if faulty.
- Bearings: If the drum is seized or extremely rough, bearing replacement is a major repair best done by a technician.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
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