Is your Samsung washing machine refusing to spin at the end of the wash cycle? Don’t panic — this is a common issue and is often caused by a faulty drain motor. In this blog, we’ll walk you through the step-by-step process to troubleshoot and replace the drain motor yourself.
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| Drain motor replacement guide. |
🪛Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1:🔍 Common Symptom
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| Washing machine not spinning. |
Problem: The washing machine completes the wash and rinse cycle, but does not spin.
Likely Cause: The drain motor is not working, which means water stays in the drum and the spin cycle won't start.
Step 2:🔧Access the Drain Motor
To begin troubleshooting:
- Unplug the washing machine for safety.
- Remove the back cover by unscrewing two screws.
Remove the back cover. - Detach the hose inlet.
Remove the hose inlet. - If there’s still water in the drum, manually pull the drain valve to let the water out.
Pull the drain valve to let the water out.
Step 3:🔌Test Drain Motor Voltage
- Tilt the washing machine backward for better access.
Tilt the washing machine. - Disconnect the drain motor wiring.
Pull the drain motor connector. - Plug the machine back in and set it to Spin mode.
Set it to Spin mode. - Use a multimeter to measure voltage at the motor connector. Normal voltage 230±10% VAC.
If voltage is present but the motor doesn’t operate, the drain motor is faulty.
Step 4:🪛Remove the Faulty Drain Motor
- Remove the three screws holding the drain motor in place.
Remove the drain motor. - Disconnect the drain motor wire from the drain valve.
Carefully pull the motor out.
Step 5:⚙️Install the New Drain Motor
- Reconnect the drain motor wire.
Attach the drain motor wire to the drain valve. - Align and secure the new drain motor in place.
Reattach the motor screws. - Test it by setting the machine to Spin.
The motor should pull the valve open.
Step 6:🧩Reassemble the Machine
Put everything back, reconnect the hose inlet and reinstall the back cover.
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| Install the back cover. |
Step 7: 🧪Final Testing
Pour some water into the washing machine bucket and set it to Spin.
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| The drain valve opens, and water drains out. |
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| Once the drain water empties, the washer begins spinning. |
🎉Conclusion
A non-spinning Samsung washer is often caused by a faulty drain motor, and as you’ve seen, replacing it is a manageable DIY task. By checking the voltage and following a few simple steps, you can save both time and repair costs.
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