Hi,

Switch on my Beko 7kg 1400 spin washing machine and it lights up ok. Put it on a spin cycle and as soon as the motor goes to turn, a flash comes from inside the motor and it trips the machine with no display lights. Switch of machine and leave it for a minute, then switch on and the lights come back on and the machine is ready to go again. I disconnected the plug to the motor and the machine didn't trip. Brushes in motor are good. Noticed a lot of fine black carbon dust inside motor. Not sure if this can cause instant arcing/flashing.

Any advice on possible causes appreciated.

Stuart, November 2014

you need to clean ALLcarbon dust from the brush gear,you may need to replace the brush ring,also fit new brushes

gts, November 2014

I for got to add - after it flashed/banged and tripped, on restarting it, the door lock is now permanently locked.

Stuart, November 2014