On Sun, 10 Jul 2011 12:01:18 +0100, OG
wrote:

You shouldn't have to remove the motor to check the brushes. If you
slide the top off the washer you should be get to the brushes with no
problem.

The motor is on the bottom of this model. Any reason why I can't lie
it on its back and work from underneath? I know you shouldn't do this
with dishwashers; does the same apply to washing machines?

Thanks,
Stephen.