1. Power Off and Preparation
Power Off: Always unplug the spinner before operation to avoid the risk of electric shock.
Tools Preparation: Prepare a Phillips screwdriver, adjustable wrench, rubber mallet, insulating tape, and a new motor (the model must match the original).
Way Wiring: Take a picture of the original wiring with your phone to prevent incorrect wiring during reassembly.
2. Disassembling the Casing and Old Motor
Casing Removal: Remove the plastic cover at the bottom of the spinner tub or the screws securing it to the back to expose the internal structure.
Belt Separation: If it's a belt-driven model, press down the tension pulley to remove the belt from the motor pulley.
Wire Disconnection: Loosen the terminals, paying attention to the markings for the live, neutral, and ground wires. Use labels to indicate these.
Remove Fixing Bolts: Use a wrench to unscrew the four fixing bolts on the motor base counterclockwise.
Remove the Old Motor: Support the bottom of the motor with both hands, gently shake it, and then lift it upwards. Avoid forcibly pulling to prevent damage to the coils.
3. Install the New Motor
Alignment: Place the new motor in its original position, ensuring a smooth connection between the shaft and the spin-drying tub.
Securing Bolts: Retighten the four base bolts to ensure the motor is stable and doesn't wobble.
Connecting Wiring: Connect the wires according to the previously recorded wiring sequence. Typically, of the three wires:
Blue wire connects to the common power terminal;
Yellow wire connects to the capacitor;
Red wire is for the starting winding, also connecting to the capacitor and power supply.
Use wire clamps to tighten the interfaces and reinforce with insulating tape.
Reset the Belt: If using a belt, re-attach it to the motor pulley and adjust the tension to a 1-2 cm pressure.
4. Test Run
No-Load Test: After reinstalling the casing, plug in the power and run the machine without load to test for smooth start-up and no unusual "humming" noise.
Check Temperature Rise: After running for 2 minutes, touch the motor casing. It should be slightly warm but not hot to the touch. If it is overheated, stop using it immediately and check.
Observe the vibration: If the machine body does not vibrate violently or shift, the installation is correct.
✅ Note: Some users have reported rework due to mismatched shaft diameters (e.g., confusion between 12mm and thinner shafts). It is recommended to confirm that the motor shaft size matches the original machine when purchasing.
