hotpoint first edition 1000
this washing mashine was givin to us last week, the "brushes" were replaced to fix it??
now it cuts out when it reaches the end of the spin cycle
i opened the top and when it is spinning there are sparks from the motor. any ideas please
is this fixable?
any help would be gratefully recieved

Laura, February 2009

brushes: Theyre graphite blocks which transfer mains power to the copper segments of the motor -Theyre probably worn down. They're quite cheap parts and easy to replace. The brushes are at the other end of the motor from the drive pulley. 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 need a replacement motor or a replacement armature (motor part) if you can source one.
Repair and service your own washing machine. Go to www.2ndwave.co.uk/manual.html

dannyboy, February 2009