One of the most common problems with a washing machine is a failure to spin. Sadly, there are a couple of very common myths about the causes of this problem, myths which cost you both time and money in buying unnecessary parts.
Myth #1: The belt has stretched.
We at Plumbers Swiss Cottage have heard this many times. The fact is, belts do not stretch and have not done so for many years.
Myth #2: I’ve got a faulty timer
Often the first things a person generally does when they find their washing machine fails to spin is run out to the local D.I.Y. shop and purchase a timer. These parts are not cheap and often, you can’t return them. The fact is, timers very rarely, if ever, cause this problem.
So what is preventing your washing machine from spinning? One of the most common causes is that the machine is out of balance. The electrical components in your machine will detect an abnormal load and abort the spin cycle. To help prevent this, try to avoid washing a single item of clothing or overloading your machine.
Another common reason your machine may fail to spin is a blocked filter; a machine that won’t drain, for safety reasons, won’t spin.
These are the most common causes of a washing machine’s failure to spin. However, this failure can be caused by any number of reasons. Therefore, we advise calling a professional plumber such as one of our professionals Plumbers Swiss Cottage. We have the skills and experience to quickly identify the problem and make the necessary repairs, saving you the time and money otherwise wasted on unneeded trips to the D.I.Y. shop. Give us a call today and one of our courteous, professional plumbers will be happy to help.