Job diary · 20 October 2026

Electra washing machine not spinning

Washing machine not spinning motor change

Electra Washing Machine Repair in Saffron Walden: "No Spin" Fault Appliance Kings Ltd was recently called to a property in Saffron Walden to inspect an Electra W1042CF1W washing machine suffering from a common fault: filling and draining normally, but refusing to spin.  Diagnostics & Motor Replacement A "no spin" fault can be caused by a snapped drive belt, blocked pump, or faulty door lock. After inspecting the appliance and ruling out these common issues, our engineer conducted electrical testing directly on the motor. The tests confirmed the motor had suffered an internal failure and could no longer power the drum. Because repairing the internal components of a dead motor isn't cost-effective, we recommended a complete replacement. Our local engineer: Safely removed the faulty motor from the base of the drum. Supplied and installed a brand-new, genuine Electra replacement motor. Re-tensioned the drive belt and reassembled the unit. Following a diagnostic test cycle, the washing machine powered up perfectly and returned to spinning quietly. By choosing a professional repair, this Saffron Walden customer saved their machine from the landfill and avoided the heavy cost of a brand-new appliance. Need expert appliance repairs in Saffron Walden? If your washing machine isn't spinning, draining, or heating, contact Appliance Kings Ltd today for fast, honest service.

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