On 2017-02-24 22:20, Peter Parry wrote:

Modern brushes at the end of their life fail very quickly. If the
machine drum doesn't turn they are the most likely cause. Often the
most you will see beforehand is that the wash before they fail there
might be odd noises.

I didn't even get odd noises. Machine worked properly, then next time
no motor. Fitting new brushes restored normal operation.

If there's no travel left on the brushes that's a strong sign that new
brushes are needed.

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Graham Nye
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