Indesit wg1432 problem

[firhillfan]

Hi All,

I have an Indesit w/m which has worked perfectly for 7+ years. It recently stopped in mid prgramme just before rinse/spin cycle (drum still rotating slowly). After emptying and draining I checked and cleaned filter, pump and hoses and now machine won't even fill with H or C water on any programme setting and there is a whirring noise (sounds like the pump running with no water) when spin cycle selected.

Checked the motor brushes and there is about 6 or 7mm left on the shorter side and no sign of arcing or burning. When a wash programme is selected (the power light is on and there is water at both infill points) the door can still be opened although I guess this may be normal.

Any help/suggestions greatly appreciated.

Rob

 

[fidom]

It would be a good idea to change those brushes as there is a chance of damaging the motor if you leave them to wear out fully. Sounds like the door switch has failed if it is not locking or filling with water.

 

[firhillfan]

Thanks for the reply and assistance Fidom. Yes, I will replace the carbons anyway and hopefully with a new door lock I'll have a working m/c again.

Will let you know

Rob

 

[firhillfan]

Just a short post to end this thread. Door interlock was indeed faulty, m/c then took in water but blew MCB at water heating stage. Water heater tested as faulty and although new brushes ordered they are not fitted yet so I decided to do what any true amateur does....... I bought a new washing machine