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Posted on Jan 10, 2013

Where are the motor carbon brushes on a candy grand o

Took lid off washer to locate the motor carbon brushes but unsure where they aere

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barkencoa

Barry Coates

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  • Posted on Jan 15, 2009

SOURCE: installing carbon brushes on Bosch WFK 2401

Remove rear panel of washer.
Remove drive belt.
Unscrew the 2 bolts that hold motor to tub back.
Remove motor plug
Lever notor back with a screwdriver or similar, keeping a firm hold on motor.and remove motor
At the rear end of motor away from pulley you will see the brushes and the armature.
Remove brushes, and if there is less than 4 or 5mm of carbon left, then replace them.
Lightly clean the armature with emery cloth.
Refit in reverse order. Test.
Plz rate my solution.
Thanks.

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gittos73

peter gittos

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  • Posted on Feb 25, 2008

SOURCE: remove carbon brushes from bosch washing machine

u can sometimes tip the washer backwards and with a torch u should be able to see the carbon brushes and the 2 star screws which hold them in undue these screws and the carbon brushes will pop out very easily for u to change them m8

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Mar 17, 2008

SOURCE: Hotpoint Aquarius 1100 WD61P (analogue) washer dryer, sparking motor (and stopping)

you seem to know what your doing. yes you do have to remove the motor in order to remove those carbon brushes, while your at it, you can also adjust the screwing/bearings of the bolts to hinder the machine from moving a lot.

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Dec 30, 2008

SOURCE: Washer won't spin.

From Howtomendit: key point I missed was that you need to pull the motor apart after you have taken it out of the machine before you can get access to the screws holding the brushes in. (ie: unscrew the four bolts). Not as difficult or scary as it looked!

please read thro first.
first unplug it, pull it out so you have some work space, take off back plate, remove belt undo (should be white rectangle plastic block with wire attached), remove green+yellow wire undo bolts which hold motor to drum, gently ease out motor (please be aware of sharp edges), run screwdriver down 1 side of motor so you put it back together same way you took it apart, unscrew 4 bolts that hold motor together take top bit of dont loose spacer ring, place to 1 side, remove middle comutator the end the brushes are touching will need a proper clean wd40 maybe wipe clean with cloth so its not dull let dry, undo carbon brushes, take plate off also clean then clean what they were attached to when dry replace in reverse order gently (with new brushes) then replace back on machine plug back in and test by running spin program found at bottom of dail if i have my mod/num right let it get to full spin watch motor if it sparks an looks like blackpool illuminations motors no good will need new 1 sorry.

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barkencoa

Barry Coates

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  • Posted on Feb 11, 2009

SOURCE: bosch washer carbon brush replacement

Remove rear panel, remove drive belt.
Unplug motor lead, undo 2 screws securing motor.
Lever back motor with screwdriver, remove motor..Carbons at opp end to motor pulley, remove and replace same.

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How do you fit a carbon bush to a Stannah 420 stair lift

Installing a carbon bush on a Stannah 420 stair lift requires some technical knowledge and experience, as it involves working with electrical components. If you are not familiar with stair lift maintenance and repair, it's best to contact a professional technician or Stannah service representative to ensure the proper installation and safety of the carbon bush.
However, if you have the necessary skills and knowledge, follow these general steps to fit a carbon brush to a Stannah 420 stair lift:
  1. Safety First: Before starting any work, ensure the stair lift is turned off, and the power supply is disconnected to avoid any electrical accidents.
  2. Access the Motor Compartment: Open the motor compartment of the Stannah 420 stair lift. This is usually located under the seat or at the base of the unit. You may need to remove some screws or panels to access the motor area.
  3. Locate the Carbon Brushes: The carbon brushes are small, rectangular-shaped components made of carbon and graphite, and they make contact with the motor's armature. Look for the existing carbon brushes, which might have worn down or need replacement.
  4. Remove the Old Brushes: Carefully detach the old carbon brushes from their holders. This may require gently pulling them out or undoing some clips or screws that secure them in place. Take note of how the old brushes were positioned so you can properly install the new ones.
  5. Install the New Carbon Brushes: Insert the new carbon brushes into their respective holders and secure them in place as per the manufacturer's instructions. Make sure they are positioned correctly and have good contact with the motor armature.
  6. Reassemble: Once the new carbon brushes are in place, reassemble the motor compartment by putting back any removed panels or covers and tightening any screws that were undone.
  7. Test the Stair Lift: Reconnect the power supply and turn on the stair lift. Test the unit to ensure the new carbon brushes are working correctly and that the stair lift operates smoothly.
  8. Regular Maintenance: Carbon brushes wear down over time, so it's essential to perform regular maintenance and inspections to identify when they need replacement. The frequency of replacement depends on the stair lift's usage and other factors.
Again, if you're unsure about any part of this process or lack experience with stairlift maintenance, it's best to seek professional help to ensure the job is done safely and correctly.
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Washing machine motor issues with brushes and carbon dust read this if your...

due to carbon dust build up around the drum motor in most washers that have non linear motor that have carbon brushes
you can get a state of error i call a ghost error
as its just due to the build up of carbon powder around the motor its connector and stator coils {speed pickup}
as the brushes deplete you end up with a pile of it building up between the brush contact and the motor housing leading to electricity leaking to earth of the motor metals

so a stiff dry new paint brush and give the motor a good brush around to remove the conduction path the dust creates

this effects the low voltage sensors in the motor like its speed control etc
leading to the mcu controller board miss diag the motor as bad and you get a E or F motor error
also this can and will trip your homes MCB detector and ECLD mains power switch

as i say its a ghost error and easily solved

any engineer worth his salt when fitting new brushes or even looking at this fault
will do this first to try to clear the fault if the brushes are aok
before he condems the controller board ... as bad

a new set of brushes should be part of a service you should carry out
much like an mot when its outside its warrenty period

and brushing out the old dust
should be done anyway when new brushes are fitted when needed
or there condition checked as still ok

basically brushes should be about at least 3/4 " long for a life left of about a year
and have enough preasure on the armature to ensure good current flow too it via the stator
if you have motor F or E fault conditions or a machine that trips your mains on spin etc
this prob needs done anyway
a set of brushes it cheep and a brush is also cheep

so give it a good brush out
then reset the machine
you power off at the mains
you hold in a button or two
you power on at the mains
ive read some machine need the program switch to be placed and then dialed like a safe to reset the main board from some types of motor fault
caused by carbon dust build up typical candy auto washers.. and others
they make it hard to make people money

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New carbon brush tops slanting in opposite direction to old ones?...

A picture would be great. I don't see a slant on the brushes in my catalog.
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Locating carbon brushes on a wma46 aqarious extra

the brushes at at either side of the motor, they will be about 4cm long with wires attached to them.
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Need to replace carbon brushes on Indesit Omega 1200

The brushes are located inside the motor. Remove rear panel of washer, remove drive belt, from motor and drum, unplug the motor, undo screws that secure motor, and remove motor.
At the opposite end to the motor pulley, you will find the brushes located, undo 2 screws that secure the brushes, remove and replace brushes.
I would also check the pump filter, which should be located behind a removable panel at bottom of washer, unscrew anti-clockwise, remove and clean.
Please rate my fixya solution.
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Installing carbon brushes on Bosch WFK 2401

Remove rear panel of washer.
Remove drive belt.
Unscrew the 2 bolts that hold motor to tub back.
Remove motor plug
Lever notor back with a screwdriver or similar, keeping a firm hold on motor.and remove motor
At the rear end of motor away from pulley you will see the brushes and the armature.
Remove brushes, and if there is less than 4 or 5mm of carbon left, then replace them.
Lightly clean the armature with emery cloth.
Refit in reverse order. Test.
Plz rate my solution.
Thanks.
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Candy Model CE10 won't spin

It sound like the carbon brushes in the motor may need changing. It sohuld still be okay to get repaired, as most machines have generic brushes for all of thier models. It's worth calling an engineer and suggesting that the brushes have gone in the motor to get a quote on the repair job. Some engineers will come out and give you a free quote anyway.
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Washer fills, but doesn't do anything else

if it fills then the power is there open the lid and make sure all connectors are on to the timer if they are then more then likely u have a motor problem check carbon brushes if these are low then the motor wont turn the drum if there is no carbon brushes ull have a module if this is faulty most of the time its cheaper to replace the washer m8
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