If your washer dryer completes washing but does not spin or dry clothes, the problem may be mechanical, electrical, or related to sensors. Identifying the cause prevents repeated cycles and damage to clothes.
Common causes
Worn drive belt or drum bearings
If the drum cannot rotate properly, spinning fails and drying is ineffective.
Repair costs £100–£300 depending on parts and labour.
Faulty motor or motor coupler
The motor drives the drum. Worn or broken couplers prevent spinning.
Repair costs £100–£250.
Defective heating element or thermostat
Without heat, drying cannot occur even if spinning works.
Repair costs £80–£250.
Blocked condensation or ventilation system
Airflow issues prevent moisture removal, leaving clothes wet.
Repair costs £80–£200.
Signs you need repair
- Clothes remain wet after cycle
- Drum does not rotate or rotates intermittently
- Error codes related to motor or heating
- Loud noises during spin or drying cycles
Related problems
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