VOX WM652 problem after turning on
Hi everyone. You are probably unfamiliar with this brand, but my problem should be generic.
When I choose some program, like 90 degrees, and press start, machine starts getting water, and after it gets water how much it should it starts spinning (like spinning that should be done at the end of a program in order to drain water from clothes), instead of doing it slowly in both ways like when it's washing clothes. What could be a problem? Right now there is no any error code, but before that there was one for clogged drain "pipe", which I have cleaned and now there is no error.
Just to mention, when I choose drain only program, it works as it should, it drains water from the drum and turns off.
Thanks in advance.
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VOX WM652 fills then spins fast instead of washing
- The problem
- A VOX WM652 washing machine fills with water on a selected wash programme, then starts spinning fast as if in the end-of-cycle spin, instead of slowly tumbling in both directions for washing. A previous clogged-drain fault had been cleared and there was no current error code. The drain-only programme worked normally.
- Likely cause
- The strongest diagnosis in the discussion was a motor control fault during wash mode. Possible causes suggested were a faulty tacho circuit, wiring issue, worn motor carbon brushes, or a control board fault. A blocked pressure system or remaining drain restriction was also suggested as a possible contributing cause, but not confirmed.
- What fixed it
- Recommended checks were to confirm whether the motor was actually accelerating too fast after fill, then inspect the drain path and pressure switch hose/chamber for blockage, and check the motor brushes, commutator, motor plug, tacho coil and related wiring. If those were sound, the PCB motor control circuit was considered the next suspect. No completed repair was confirmed in the thread.
- Checks to try
- Observed that the machine fills normally then runs into a fast spin-like action instead of wash tumble
- Drain-only programme tested and confirmed to work correctly
- Previous clogged drain/pipe fault had been cleared and no current error code was present
- Suggested checking pump filter, sump hose and drain hose for blockage
- Suggested checking pressure chamber/pressure switch hose for blockage
- Suggested inspecting motor carbon brushes, commutator and motor plug
- Suggested checking tacho coil, magnet and wiring
- Parts or tools mentioned
- motor carbon brushes
- tacho coil
- PCB/control board
Safety: Isolate the washing machine from the mains before checking internal components. Further diagnosis should be carried out by a suitably qualified appliance engineer.
1 Answer
It does sound like a fairly generic washer fault rather than anything brand-specific. If it fills normally but then goes straight into a fast spin-type action instead of wash tumble, the most likely issue is that the motor is not being controlled properly in wash mode.
Before checking anything internal, isolate the washing machine from the mains.
1. Check whether it is truly going into full spin or just running the motor one way too fast Open the door only once it is safe and stopped, then try a low-temperature cotton or synthetics programme with no laundry inside. Listen carefully after fill. A normal wash should tumble slowly left and right. If it accelerates hard in one direction, that points more towards motor control, tacho, or wiring rather than a drain issue.
2. Re-check the drain system and pressure system Even though it now drains, make sure the pump filter, sump hose, and drain hose are fully clear. Also check the pressure chamber/pressure switch hose for blockage. If the machine is confused about water level, it can behave oddly during the wash phase.
3. Inspect the motor carbon brushes If this model has a brushed motor, worn brushes can cause strange motor behaviour. Check if they are sticking or badly worn. Also inspect the commutator and motor plug for burning or loose connections.
4. Check the tacho coil and wiring The tacho tells the control board how fast the motor is turning. If it has failed or the magnet/wiring is loose, the board can lose speed control.
5. Consider the control board If brushes, tacho, wiring, pressure system, and drain path are all sound, the motor control circuit on the PCB becomes a strong suspect.
If you are not confident testing live electrical parts, it is best to get a qualified appliance engineer, especially for mains-related repairs.
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