Hoover
Overheating Electrical Component
Hoover washing machine emits a burning smell or visible smoke during operation.
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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
Worn motor brushes sparking excessively, Foreign object stuck in drum or pump, Overheating belt slipping on pulley, Shorted wiring or PCB component
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Immediately switch off and unplug the washer. Do not continue to operate until the cause is found.
- 1. Identify smell source: Smell near the rear panel often indicates motor or belt; near the front bottom suggests pump; near the top suggests PCB or wiring.
- 2. Inspect belt and motor: Remove the rear panel. Check for a glazed or melted belt and excessive carbon dust around the motor (indicating worn brushes).
- 3. Check for obstructions: Look for items trapped between drum and tub or in the pump causing friction.
- 4. Inspect wiring: Look for burnt insulation or melted connectors. Do not touch bare conductors.
- 5. Replace faulty parts: Fit new motor brushes, belt, pump, or wiring harness as required. If the PCB is burnt, it must be replaced by a technician.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
Required Part
Drive Motor or Drive Belt
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