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How can I repairmy Hoover washer,modelCA230 special edition?

. when it comes to the final spin it fuses my household sockets.
Mrs V Symington, February 2008
Motor is drawing too much current. Sounds like you probably need a replacement motor, though it would be worth replacing the brushes just to rule them out.
Theyre graphite blocks which transfer mains power to the copper segments of the motor - located at the other end of the motor from the drive pulley. Theyre probably worn down. They're quite cheap parts and easy to replace - the holders are plastic or bakelite and are generally held in with screws or plastic clips. Also, look at the copper segments they run on to check for burning or pitting. If the segments are burnt or damaged you definately need a replacement motor or a replacement armature (motor part) if you can source one. Occasionally may be a fault in the motor drive circuit board - in which case replacement of board only real option.
Check out my site for info: www.2ndwave.co.uk/manual.html

dan, February 2008
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