Hoover washing machine displays E08 and will not spin properly or at all.

Safety first: Unplug the appliance. Motor and PCB work involves mains voltages—only proceed if competent.

• 1. Visual inspection: Remove the rear panel and inspect the motor and wiring harness for burn marks, melted insulation, or loose connectors.
• 2. Check for drum free movement: Ensure the drum and motor turn freely by hand. Mechanical binding can overload the motor circuit.
• 3. Inspect PCB (if accessible): Remove the control board cover and look for burnt components or tracks near the motor triac area. Do not touch components if unsure.
• 4. Basic reset: Disconnect power for 10 minutes, reconnect, and try a spin-only program. If E08 returns immediately, the fault is likely persistent hardware.
• 5. Professional repair: Motor winding tests and PCB triac replacement require specialist tools and skills. In most cases, the solution is to replace the motor and/or the complete main PCB with Hoover-approved parts.