my zanussi 1431 s will not start and has no error message. How can i fix it?

problem fixed it was a faulty door lock. so if anyone gets the same problem with the washer showing no error message. Trying taking the door lock out and running it.

thanks for the help thou.

Chris

chris
March 2008

no i am from the uk mate. Thanks for the info thou much appreciated. I will let my dad know what you have told me but it just seems odd that it could be the motor when its only 18 months old. Thats white goods for you.

i will have a browse of your website too.

Thanks agian

Chris

chris
March 2008

Are you from NI? Some machines test the motor rotation on power up and if this is abnormal they simply abort the program. Check out the carbon brushes in the motor. Theyre graphite blocks which transfer mains power to the copper segments of the motor - located at the other end of the motor from the drive pulley. Theyre probably worn down. They're quite cheap parts and easy to replace - 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.
Check out my site for info: www.2ndwave.co.uk/manual.html

dan
March 2008