How to change the Motor on a washing machine Hotpoint WMA 60P

How to change the Motor on a washing machine Hotpoint WMA 60P
Safety FirstRemove the Plug from the Mains Socket
Tools required: T15 torx screwdriver & a 13mm spanner
Using the T15 torx remove the screws retaining the lower back panel
Lower back panel removed
Remove 2 screw cover caps on either side of the appliance
Using the T15 torx screwdriver remove 2 screws retaining the lid
Lift the lid a small amount
Push the lid backwards a small amount and remove it
Lid removed
From the top locate the drive belt at the rear of the appliance
Grip the drive belt at the same time rotate the drum pulley to remove the belt
Now remove the drive belt from the drive shaft
With the belt released from the drum pulley and drive shaft remove the belt
Using a soft cloth for protection lay the machine on its face (folded dustsheet)
Using a 13mm spanner remove 2 Motor retaining bolts
Using a 13mm spanner remove 2 Motor retaining bolts
With bolts removed now remove the motor from the drum casing
Make a note of the wires (a photograph is useful) and remove them
Wires removed
Motor removed
Take the new motor from its package ensuring its correct for the appliance
Fit the wires to the new motor
Locate the new Motor into position on the drum housing
Locate the Motor retaining bolts
Using the 13mm spanner tighten both Motor retaining bolts do not over tighten
Stand the machine up and from the top feed the belt down past the drum pulley
Position the drive belt over the drive shaft
Position the drive belt over the drum pulley while rotating the drum pulley
The drive belt should be fitting centrally on the drum pulley
The drive belt should be fitting centrally on the drive shaft
Replace the lid
Using the T15 torx screwdriver replace 2 screws retaining the lid
Replace 2 screw cover caps on either side of the appliance
Using the T15 torx screwdriver replace the screws retaining the lower back panel

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Disclaimer: The information provided has been prepared as a guide only and the steps taken are likely to vary for different appliance models. We strongly recommend using a qualified engineer to undertake major repairs and fault finding.