Washer-dryer shows E52; drum may spin erratically or not at all, speeds are incorrect.

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.

Possible Causes

Faulty tachometer coil on motor, Loose tachometer connector, Broken magnet on motor shaft, Damaged wiring to PCB

Safety: Disconnect power.

Access motor: Remove the rear panel and belt to access the motor.
Inspect tachometer: At the rear of the motor, check the small tach coil and magnet. Ensure the magnet is intact and the coil is firmly mounted.
Test coil: Measure resistance across the tach coil. Replace the motor if the coil is open or shorted.
Check wiring: Verify continuity from the tach connector to the PCB.

Hard 4/5

Drive Motor Assembly

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