A Fisher & Paykel WH1160F2 washing machine in Doreen filled with water but the drum would not move. We found a faulty motor controller and replaced it.
Job details
- Brand: Fisher & Paykel
- Appliance: Front loader washing machine
- Model: WH1160F2
- Symptom: Not washing, drum not turning
- Suburb: Doreen
The problem
The customer said the washing machine was not washing. It filled with water and the time counted down, but the drum would not move.
What we found
We found the motor controller was faulty.
The repair
We supplied and replaced the motor controller.
The washing machine is working properly again.
Questions about this repair
Why does a washing machine fill with water but the drum doesn't turn?
There can be several causes. On this Fisher & Paykel WH1160F2, the motor controller had failed, so the motor got no drive signal. Replacing the controller fixed it.
Is a Fisher & Paykel front loader worth repairing?
It often is, depending on the machine's age and condition and the part needed. We will give you the diagnosis and the repair cost before going ahead.
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