We have bosch classic machine under 2 years old and the motor does not seem to be turning? How do we find out what the problem is? We were told it could need the brushes replaced and motor may not be broken at all?

J.B., December 2009

Dependant on the motor!
If the motor has a largish cylinder fitted to the side of it with a single nut(about 2.5 inches long with a plastic cap with 2 wires going into it), then this may be the faulty part.
It basically starts the motor by providing a big surge to get the motor turning.
There are different types. On the side of it will be a microfarad rating. (looks like a funny shaped 'u' with a capital F next to it (uF). This has a numer in front of it eg: 8 uF). You will need to source the same rating.
Unplug the machine and wait for a while to allow for any residual voltage to disapate (you don't want to touch the business end of of a charged capacitor!!).

Make a note of and change these wires to the new one and bolt it into position.

B. Beale, December 2009