My Washing machine keeps blowing the fuse.?

Question

it works for about 2 mins then cuts off n d fuse is switched, is there nefing i can do to stop this from happening please?

Answer 1

The most common fault on a washing machine is when the heating element is breaking down it will cause a trip or a fuse to go.because it is a "resistive load" ie a small short circuit. Try to put your washer through a cold wash cycle if it completes the cycle without blowing the fuse then you know that you need a new element. If it still blows the fuse then you are looking at most likely a motor problem.

Answer 2

it's obviously shorting out for some reason, most likely the heating element, the best option i can suggest is find someone else who has a washing machine and use theirs, yours won't blow any more fuses, problem solved!

it sounds like you don't want to pay out on your machine, buy a new one, get it insured for five years, ours covers all the parts once the warranty has expired.

our last machine had been virtually re-built through the insurance! and cost us very little.

also don't use Calgon or similar on a regular basis, the  build up on the element is mostly soap powder not calcium like the TV adverts say!

Answer 3

If it fills, rotates then blows a fuse it is likely the element has failed. A repair guy should do it for a reasonable fee. It's finding the right repair man.

Answer 4

Do you have it on the same time as your dishwasher  

Answer 5

the fuse is blowing because the start windings on the motor might be staying on. The start winding should disconnect after a few seconds. This can be checked with an ammeter  ( clamp style ). You should make sure nothing else is on that breaker/fuse.

Answer 6

Maybe it's a cheap brand. It looks like you're going to be visiting the laundrette's for a little while.