How to change the motor brushes of a washing machine?

It is generally accepted that brushes should function normally for 6-8 years. But this question depends on how often you use your machine. How can you tell if your washing machine brushes are worn out?

Typically this is indicated by the following:

• A sudden weakening of engine power (can also be caused by wear on the drive belt).
• And an unusual noise while the drum is spinning (may also indicate a foreign object getting between the tank and the drum and wear on the bearings).

We disassemble the washing machine

First, let's disconnect our household appliances from electricity. Now let's start disassembling the machine:

1. In order to get to the engine, we need to remove the back wall of the washing machine housing. Usually it is attached to several self-tapping screws, which can be easily removed with a regular screwdriver.
2. Next we need to remove the drive belt. This is done simply. You just need to pull it towards you while simultaneously turning the pulley with your free hand. Our strap will come off the pulley and remain in your palm.
3. Then we remove it from the engine. And put it aside.
4. Next we need to disconnect the electric motor from the wires and remove it. In order to disconnect the wires, you need to pull the connector towards you.
5. The engine is fixed on any type of fasteners. Typically bolts or screws are used for this. Let's twist them and remove the washing machine motor.

Replacing brushes

All. We have removed the engine, now let's move on to replacing the brushes.

But before we start doing this, we need to order new working brushes. In order not to make a mistake and order suitable parts, be sure to find out the type of electric motor.You can read it on the sticker located on the engine.

In order to buy new brushes for the electric motor of a washing machine, you can call specialized spare parts stores or contact service centers that service household appliances of this type. You will also probably be able to purchase this engine part via the Internet without any problems.

Type in any search engine the name of your city and the phrase “buy washing machine motor brushes.” In the search results you can find websites in your city where you can get the spare part you are looking for. To order, you will need to provide the name and series of your machine and the type of engine.

We finally move on to the process of replacing brushes:

• We twist the brushes from the engine and inspect them. If you are not mistaken and the problem in the operation of the washing machine lies precisely in the brushes, then you will notice that the brushes you removed are quite worn out.
• Then check the condition of the collector by twisting it with your finger. If there are small scratches, they can be removed with fine sandpaper.
• Next, carefully insert the new brushes of the washing machine and secure them with screws and a screwdriver.
• Now try turning the electric motor by hand. This will help you understand how well the brushes adhere to the motor. You should hear clicking sounds as you rotate.

If you did everything correctly, then it’s time to assemble the machine.

Assembling the washing machine

To assemble the machine we need to do the following:

1. Let's return the electric motor to its place and fix it with bolts (or screws, depending on how it is mounted in your model).
2. We return the drive belt to its place. First we put it on the engine, and then on the pulley.In order to position the belt correctly, you need to pull part of it onto the pulley. And then, by rotating the pulley and holding the belt, we can complete our task. You can scroll through it a few times to make sure everything is in place.
3. Now we connect the wire connectors to the motor.
4. Close the back cover and secure it with self-tapping screws.
5. Now all we have to do is test run the washing machine.

How to change brushes on an engine - video:

8 reader comments

1. 02/06/2016 at 21:18

   Anonymous:

   GREAT VIDEO WITH COMMENTS!!!!!

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2. 06/02/2016 at 11:49

   Veronica:

   Where can I buy these brushes?

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3. 06/02/2016 at 11:50

   Alex:

   Tell me the bearing numbers for Atlant 50s124

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4. 09/11/2017 at 08:54

   Nikolai:

   After the drum stopped spinning, I changed the brushes on the motor. And everything worked, but a burning smell appeared - the engine began to heat up. What could be causing this? Engine arcelik 2806850500, machine BEKO WKL 14580 D.

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   • 09.26.2017 at 10:48

     Sergey:

     Perhaps something is preventing the drum from rotating freely, maybe the bearings also need to be replaced

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5. 03/20/2018 at 16:06

   Vlad:

   After replacing the brushes and boring the commutator, the door error remained. I rang the board and found nothing suspicious. And I didn’t find it in UBL, tell me where the problem might be?

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   • 03/30/2018 at 22:28

     inkogo:

     Well, there may be a problem with the door lock... door.

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6. 06/03/2018 at 11:50

   Dinar:

   Hello, I changed the brushes on the Samsung. Now the machine will turn once at high speeds and everything stops. Then it shows an error, what is the reason?

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