SMEG Poor Spin Performance

Washer-dryer leaves clothes very wet at the end of the cycle; spin seems weak or does not reach full speed.

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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

Unbalanced load repeatedly aborting high spin, Blocked drain pump or filter, Worn motor brushes, Faulty pressure switch not detecting empty tub

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the appliance before cleaning filters.

  • Check drain: Clean the drain pump filter and ensure the drain hose and standpipe are clear so water can be fully pumped out.
  • Balance load: Redistribute laundry and avoid mixing heavy items with light ones.
  • Run spin-only: Select a spin-only program to see if the machine can reach full speed with a smaller, balanced load.
  • Inspect motor brushes: If the motor struggles to accelerate, check and replace worn brushes on brushed motors.
  • Pressure switch: If the machine thinks water remains in the tub, it may block spin. Inspect and clean the pressure system as described for E10.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Drain Pump
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