there is flames comming from the motor area while it is on and is making a loud noice, like something is fell off and is grinding against something to cause the flames. its not the belt ive replaced that

eileen, March 2016

You probably can't fix it.

Either dirt has got into the cooling air that stops the motor from catching fire - or more probably the internal filter that traps the dirt and dust to stop it harming the motor - is blocked.

The motor is overheating and destroying itself.

Clean the internal filter - you may get away with it but I doubt it - your machine might be a terminal case in its later stages.

The flames signify too hot - the grinding noise suggests dirt and grit have got into the motor.

Good Luck..., March 2016