If your Zanussi washing machine spin cycle isn’t functioning properly, you’ve come to the right place. This detailed guide provides solutions for issues with your washing machine’s spin cycle…
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Zanussi Washing Machine Spin Cycle Not Working — How To Fix
If your Zanussi washing machine spin cycle isn’t working, the following are issues to look for…
1. Damaged Drive Belt
The drive belt is looped around the motor pulley and drive pulley. If the belt snaps, the drum will not be able to turn at all. Follow the steps below to replace a broken belt in your Zanussi washing machine…
Front Loaders
Take the following steps to replace a damaged drive belt in your front loader Zanussi washing machine…
Step 1. In order to prevent electrocution and leakage, ensure that you disconnect your washing machine from the power outlet and turn the water taps off before starting this repair.
Step 2. Using a pair of pliers if needed, disconnect the HOT and COLD water supply hoses from the ports at the back of the machine (keep a rag nearby to clean any leaks).
Step 3. Use your Philips screwdriver to take out the bolt securing the retainer to the drain hose. Slide the retainer off the hose and set it aside.
Step 4. Take out the bolts at the back of the cabinet securing the top panel. Pull the top panel backwards about an inch or so, then lift it off the cabinet.
Step 5. Use your Philips screwdriver to take out the bolts holding the vibration dampening block to the top of the machine. Lift the block off and set it aside.
Step 6. Disconnect the power cord’s wire connector and grounding wire. Use needle-nosed pliers to release the power cord wire retainer from the cabinet.
Step 7. Use your screwdriver to take out the bolts securing the upper rear support rail to the cabinet. Take the rail off the machine and set it aside.
Step 8. Loosen the bolts holding the rear panel to the cabinet. Lift the panel off the machine, then support it on the side of the cabinet (the drain hose will still be attached.
Step 9. If still intact, unhook the drive belt from the motor pulley and drive pulley. Discard the old belt, then prepare the new one for installation by unpacking it.
Step 10. Loop the drive belt around the motor pulley and drive pulley (ensure that the grooved side of the belt is turned inwards).
Step 11. Carefully remount the rear panel onto the cabinet, then apply the bolts using your Philips screwdriver.
Step 12. Slide the retainer onto the drain hose, then apply the bolt. Place the upper support rail on the rear panel, then apply the bolts.
Step 13. Plug the power cord wire harness and grounding wire back in. Mount the vibration dampening block on the machine, then use your Philips screwdriver to apply the bolts.
Step 14. Place the top panel on the cabinet, then push it forwards. Secure the panel by applying the Philips screws.
Step 15. Reconnect the HOT and COLD water supply hoses to the corresponding ports at the back of the cabinet.
Step 16. Plug your appliance back into the outlet, then turn the water supply taps on. Ensure that the problem has been fixed by running a spin cycle.
Top Loaders
To replace the drive belt in your top loader Zanussi washing machine, follow the steps below…
Step 1. Prevent any chances of electrocution by disconnecting your appliance from the outlet before starting this repair.
Step 2. Use a Philips screwdriver to loosen the bolts at the bottom of the front panel. Slide the front panel downwards, then detach it from the cabinet.
Step 3. Use your screwdriver to loosen the bolts securing the motor control board to the cabinet. Move the control board out of place.
Step 4. If still intact, slide the drive belt off the pulleys while slowly rotating it. Discard the old belt, then prepare the new one for installation by unpacking it.
Step 5. Carefully reach underneath the mounting base, then loop the belt around the drive pulley and motor pulley (ensure that the grooved side of the belt is turned inwards.
Step 6. Rotate the belt by hand to ensure it is properly aligned. Move the motor control board back in place, then apply the nuts to secure it.
Step 7. Snap the lower front access panel onto the cabinet, then use your Philips screwdriver to tighten the bolts at the bottom.
Step 8. Plug your washing machine’s power cord back into the outlet. Try turning your washer on and running a wash cycle to ensure that the problem has been fixed.
Note: Please keep in mind that the steps above may be a bit different depending on your washing machine’s model.
Dryers
To replace a broken drive belt in your Zanussi dryer, follow the steps below…
Step 1. In order to avoid any chances of electrocution, it is advised that you disconnect your machine from the power outlet before starting this repair.
Step 2. Take out the bolts at the back of the machine holding the top panel, using a Philips screwdriver. Pull the panel backwards about an inch or so, then lift it off the cabinet.
Step 3. Loosen the nuts at the top of the control panel. Pry the panel off the front of the machine (use a flat-blade screwdriver if needed).
Step 4. Disconnect the wire harness from the control panel, then set the panel aside. Open the dryer’s door, then loosen the two screws on the front panel securing the lint filter housing.
Step 5. Get someone to help you tip your washing machine backwards a bit and support it.
Step 6. Use your Philips screwdriver to take out the bolts at the bottom of the front panel. Take the support out from under the machine, then lower the dryer.
Step 7. Loosen the nuts at the top of the front panel. Carefully lift the front panel off the cabinet.
Step 8. Disconnect the wire harness connected to the door switch on the front panel. Set the panel aside.
Step 9. Detach the user interface and door lock wire connectors from the main control board at the top of the drum.
Step 10. Take out the nuts on the front bulkhead securing the control board’s support bracket. Lift the control board bracket and support it.
Step 11. With your Philips screwdriver, take out the nuts holding the front bulkhead to the cabinet. Lift the bulkhead off the machine carefully, then lay it against the side of the cabinet.
Step 12. Carefully reach underneath the drum, then push the idler pulley inwards to release the tension on the drive belt (if still intact).
Step 13. Unhook the belt from the motor pulley and idler. Slide the belt off the drum and discard it. Prepare the new belt for installation by unpacking it.
Step 14. With the grooved side turned inwards, loop the new belt around the drum. Reach under the drum, then carefully hook the belt onto the two pulleys in a zig-zag formation.
Step 15. Lift the front bulkhead, then carefully mount it at the front of the drum. Secure the bulkhead by applying the Philips screws.
Step 16. Move the control board bracket onto the front bulkhead, then secure it by applying the bolts.
Step 17. Reconnect the door switch and user interface wire connector to the main control board.
Step 18. Lift the front panel carefully, then plug the door switch wire connector back in. Snap the front panel onto the cabinet.
Step 19. Use your Philips screwdriver to apply the bolts at the top of the panel. Carefully tip your washing machine backwards, then apply the nuts at the bottom.
Step 20. Set your washing machine back onto its feet. Open the door of your machine, then apply the bolts to secure the lint filter housing.
Step 21. Plug the control panel’s wire harness back in. Snap the control panel onto the front of the machine, then apply the bolts at the top.
Step 22. Mount the top panel on the cabinet, then push it forwards. Secure the front panel by applying the Philips screws at the back.
Step 23. Reconnect your machine to the power outlet, then try running a cycle to ensure that the problem has been fixed.
2. Damaged Motor
When powered, the drive motor turns the belt, which turns the drive pulley. If this part fails, your Zanussi washing machine spin cycle won’t work. Follow the steps below to replace a damaged washing machine motor…
Front Loaders
Take the following steps to replace a damaged drive motor in your front loader Zanussi washing machine…
Step 1. Disconnect your washing machine from the electrical outlet and turn the water faucets off before starting this repair, in order to avoid leaks and electrocution.
Step 2. Using pliers if needed, detach the water supply hoses from the ports at the back of the cabinet (it is advised that you keep a rag nearby to clean leaks).
Step 3. Use a Philips screwdriver to remove the bolts holding the top cover. Slide the panel backwards about an inch or so, then lift it off the cabinet.
Step 4. Take out the screws holding the vibration dampening block to the top of the drum. Lift the block off the machine and set it aside.
Step 5. Disconnect the power cord’s grounding wire and wire harness from the back of the cabinet.
Step 6. Loosen the nuts holding the upper rear support rail to the cabinet. Lift the rail off and set it aside.
Step 7. Take out the bolts securing the rear panel to the machine. Loosen the nut securing the retainer to the drain hose. Slide the retainer off the hose.
Step 8. Carefully lift the rear panel off and support it against the cabinet (the drain hose will still be attached to it.
Step 9. Unhook the drive belt from the motor pulley and drive pulley, then set it aside.
Step 10. Loosen the bolts securing the drive motor to the bottom of the tub using a 5/16 inch socket wrench.
Step 11. Carefully lift the motor off the tub. Disconnect the wire harness from the drive motor, then use needle-nosed pliers to release the wire retainer.
Step 12. Set the old motor aside, then prepare the new one for installation by unpacking it.
Step 13. Plug the wire harness into the terminal on the new drive motor, then snap the retainer in.
Step 14. Lift the motor and carefully mount it at the bottom of the tub. Secure the motor by applying the 5/16 inch bolts.
Step 15. Loop the drive belt around the motor pulley and drive pulley (ensure that the grooved side of the belt is turned inwards).
Step 16. Mount the rear panel back on the cabinet, then apply the bolts. Slide the retainer onto the drain hose, then use your screwdriver to apply the bolt.
Step 17. Place the upper support rail on the rear panel, then apply the nuts with your Philips screwdriver.
Step 18. Plug the power cord wire harness and grounding wire back in. Mount the vibration dampening block on the drum, then tighten the bolts with your Philips screwdriver.
Step 19. Place the top cover on the cabinet, then push it forwards. Secure the panel by applying the bolts at the back.
Step 20. Reconnect the COLD and HOT water supply hoses to the corresponding ports at the back of the machine (in order to prevent leakage, ensure that the hoses are properly attached).
Step 21. Turn the water supply faucets back on, then plug the power cord into the outlet. Ensure that the issue has been fixed by running a spin cycle.
Top Loaders
To replace a damaged drive motor in your top loader Zanussi washing machine, follow the steps below…
Step 1. In order to avoid leaks, ensure that you disconnect your washing machine from the power outlet before starting this repair.
Step 2. With a Philips screwdriver, take out the bolts at the bottom of the front panel using a Philips screwdriver.
Step 3. Pull the front panel downwards, then lift it off the cabinet. Use your Philips screwdriver to loosen the bolts holding the motor control board to the cabinet.
Step 4. Move the motor control board out of place. Reach underneath the motor mounting base, then carefully unhook the drive belt from the pulleys. Set the belt aside.
Step 5. Release the motor wire retainer from the shield using needle-nosed pliers. Use your Philips screwdriver to take out the bolts securing the motor shield. Move the shield out of place.
Step 6. Disconnect the wire connectors and grounding wire from the drive motor. Take out the bolts holding the drive motor to the base using a 5/16 inch nut-driver.
Step 7. Pull the motor out of the cabinet, then discard it. Prepare your new washing machine drive motor for installation by unpacking it.
Step 8. Mount the new drive motor on the base, then apply the 5/16 inch bolts. Plug the wire connectors into the new motor.
Step 9. Move the motor shield back in place and tighten the screws. Snap the wire harness retainer into the motor shield.
Step 10. Carefully loop the drive belt around the motor pulley and drive pulley. Mount the motor control board in the cabinet, then apply the screws.
Step 11. Snap the front panel onto the cabinet. Use your Philips screwdriver to apply the bolts at the bottom.
Step 12. Plug your washing machine’s power cord back into the outlet. To ensure that the problem has been fixed, try running a wash cycle.
Dryers
Follow the steps below to replace the drive motor in your Zanussi dryer…
Step 1. Prevent any chances of electrocution by disconnecting your appliance from the power outlet before starting this repair.
Step 2. Using a Philips screwdriver, take out the bolts at the back of the machine securing the top panel. Slide the panel backwards a few inches, then lift it off the cabinet.
Step 3. Take out the nuts at the top of the control panel. Pry the panel off the front of the cabinet (use a flat-blade screwdriver if needed).
Step 4. Disconnect the wires from the control panel, then set the panel aside. Open your dryer’s door and loosen the two screws on the front panel securing the lint filter housing.
Step 5. Get someone to help you tip your washing machine backwards and support it. Use your Philips screwdriver to take out the bolts at the bottom of the front panel.
Step 6. Lower your machine to the floor, then take out the nuts securing the top of the front panel.
Step 7. Lift the front panel off the cabinet. Detach the door switch wire harness from the front panel. Set the front panel aside.
Step 8. Disconnect the user interface wire harness and door lock wire harness from the main control board at the top of the drum.
Step 9. Use your Philips screwdriver to loosen the bolts securing the control board’s support bracket to the front bulkhead. Lift the bracket out of place and support it.
Step 10. Loosen the screws securing the front bulkhead to the cabinet. Lift the bulkhead off the drum, then lay it against the cabinet.
Step 11. Reach underneath the drum, then carefully push the idler pulley inwards (this releases the tension on the drive belt).
Step 12. Pull the drive belt off the idler and motor pulleys. Carefully lift the drum and belt out of the cabinet, then set them aside.
Step 13. Carefully unhook the spring from the idler arm. Lift the idler arm off the mount and set it aside.
Step 14. Detach the wire harness from the drive motor. Secure the motor shaft using a pair of channel-lock pliers.
Step 15. While holding the shaft, loosen the bolt securing the blower wheel using a 7/8 inch socket wrench.
Step 16. Using a flat-blade screwdriver if needed, pry the front and rear retaining clips off the drive motor. Pull the motor out of the cabinet and set it aside.
Step 17. Prepare your new washing machine motor for installation by unpacking it. Mount the new motor on the cabinet, then snap the retaining clips on.
Step 18. Plug the wire harness into the new drive motor. Secure the motor shaft with pliers, then secure the blower wheel by applying the 7/8 inch bolt.
Step 19. Place the idler arm back on the mount, then hook the spring on. Lift the belt and drum, then carefully guide them into the cabinet.
Step 20. Reach under the drum, then loop the belt around the motor and idler pulleys in a zig-zag formation.
Step 21. Rotate the drum by hand to ensure that the belt is properly aligned. Lift the front bulkhead and mount it on the drum. Secure the bulkhead by applying the Philips screws.
Step 22. Place the control board support bracket back against the front bulkhead, then secure it by tightening the nuts.
Step 23. Reconnect the door switch and drum light wire connectors to the main control board.
Step 24. Lift the front panel, then plug the door switch wire harness in. Snap the front panel on the cabinet, then secure the screws at the top using your Philips screwdriver.
Step 25. Get someone to help you tip your washing machine backwards and support it. Secure the bolts at the bottom using your screwdriver.
Step 26. Carefully set your machine onto its feet. Open the door, then apply the two screws to secure the lint filter housing.
Step 27. Plug the wires back onto the control panel. Snap the panel back onto the front of the cabinet, then use your Philips screwdriver to apply the bolts at the top.
Step 28. Place the top panel on the cabinet, then push it forwards. Secure the panel by applying the Philips screws at the back.
Step 29. Plug your machine back into the power outlet, then try running a cycle to ensure that the problem has been fixed.
Note: Please keep in mind that some of the steps above may be a bit different depending on the model of your washing machine.
3. Damaged Motor Control Board
If the motor control board fails, your Zanussi washing machine spin cycle won’t function properly. Follow the steps below to replace this part…
Front Loaders
Take the following steps to replace a damaged motor control board in your front loader Zanussi washing machine…
Step 1. Prevent leakage and electrocution by disconnecting the washer from the power outlet and shutting the water supply before starting this repair.
Step 2. Disconnect the COLD and HOT water supply hoses from the ports at the back of the machine (ensure that you keep a rag nearby in case water spills).
Step 3. Using a Philips screwdriver, take out the bolts at the back of the machine securing the top cover. Pull the panel backwards a few inches, then lift it off the machine.
Step 4. Use your screwdriver to take out the bolts securing the vibration dampening block. Lift the block off the machine and set it aside.
Step 5. Disconnect the power cord wire connector and grounding wire at the back of the cabinet. Release the wire retainer from the upper support rail on top of the rear panel using needle-nosed pliers.
Step 6. Loosen the nuts securing the retainer to the drain hose. Slide the retainer of and set it aside.
Step 7. Take out the nuts securing the upper support rail to the rear panel using your Philips screwdriver. Take the rail off and set it aside.
Step 8. Loosen all the screws on the rear panel securing it. Lift the panel off the machine, then lay it against the cabinet (the drain hose will still be attached).
Step 9. Use your screwdriver to take out the bolts securing the motor control board to the cabinet. Move the control board out of place.
Step 10. Pry the cover off the control board. Note the positioning of the wires attached to the motor control board, then disconnect each one.
Step 11. Release the wire retainer from the control board using needle-nosed pliers. Discard the old control board, then prepare the new one for installation by unpacking it.
Step 12. Plug the wire harnesses into the appropriate terminals on the new motor control board.
Step 13. Snap the wire retainer into the slot on the new motor control board. Snap the cover onto the board.
Step 14. Install the new board in the cabinet, then secure it by applying the Philips screws.
Step 15. Lift the rear panel and remount it on the cabinet. Secure the panel by applying the Philips screws.
Step 16. Slide the retainer onto the drain hose, then apply the bolt to secure it. Place the upper support rail on the rear panel, then tighten the screws.
Step 17. Plug the power cord wire harness and grounding wire back in. Snap the wire retainer into the slot on the cabinet.
Step 18. Place the vibration dampening block on the machine, then apply the bolts to secure it.
Step 19. Reconnect the HOT and COLD water supply hoses to the ports at the back of the machine.
Step 20. Mount the top panel on the cabinet, then use your Philips screwdriver to tighten the nuts at the back.
Step 21. Turn the water supply taps back on, then plug the power cord into the electrical outlet. To ensure that the problem has been fixed, try running a wash cycle.
Top Loaders
Replace the motor control board in your top loader Zanussi washing machine by following the steps below…
Step 1. Disconnect your washing machine from the power outlet before starting this repair in order to prevent electrocution.
Step 2. Using a Philips screwdriver, loosen the bolts at the bottom of the front panel. Pull the panel downwards, then lift it off the cabinet.
Step 3. Loosen the bolts securing the motor control board to the cabinet. Pull the board out of place.
Step 4. Note the positioning of the wire harnesses attached to the motor control board, then disconnect each one.
Step 5. Set the old control board aside, then prepare the new one for installation by unpacking it.
Step 6. Plug the wires into the new motor control board. Install the board in the cabinet, then secure it by applying the Philips screws.
Step 7. Snap the front panel onto the cabinet. Using your Philips screwdriver, apply the bolts to secure the panel.
Step 8. Plug the washing machine back into the outlet, then try running a wash cycle to ensure that the issue has been fixed.
4. Damaged Transmission (Top Loaders)
The transmission assembly is responsible for turning the drum. If this part fails or gets broken, your washing machine will not be able to spin. Follow the steps below to replace this part…
Step 1. In order to prevent any chances of electrocution, disconnect your washing machine from the power outlet before starting this repair.
Step 2. Place some tape on the lid of your washing machine to secure it. Insert a tool such as putty knife underneath the top panel to release the locking clips.
Step 3. Lift the top panel, then support it. Use your Philips screwdriver to take out the bolts at the bottom of the front panel.
Step 4. Lift the front panel off the cabinet and set it aside. Reach underneath the tub base, then push the idler pulley inwards to release the tension on the drive belt.
Step 5. Carefully unhook the drive belt from the motor and idler pulleys. Pry the cup and cover off the agitator. Loosen the bolt securing the agitator to the tub using a 1/2 inch socket wrench. Lift the agitator out of the tub and set it aside.
Step 6. Release the pressure tube from the retainer at the side of the tub. Pry the tub cover off the assembly using a flat-blade screwdriver.
Step 7. Take out the bolts securing the trunion block, using a 1/2 inch socket wrench. Take the block out of the cabinet and set it aside.
Step 8. Push the brass ring downwards to release it from the rubber gasket. Slide the gasket and brass ring off the transmission shaft, then set them aside. Lift the inner tub out of the cabinet and set it aside.
Step 9. Using your Philips screwdriver, take out the bolts securing the motor shield to the side of the tub.
Step 10. Place a rag under the tub to catch any leaks. Use pliers to squeeze the retaining clamp securing the drain hose to the bottom of the tub, then slide it out of place.
Step 11. Detach the drain hose from the bottom of the tub. Disconnect the pressure tube from the port at the side of the tub.
Step 12. Use a 5/16 inch nut-driver to loosen the bolts securing the outer tub to the mounting base. Carefully lift the outer tub off the shaft and set it aside.
Step 13. Using a 3/8 inch bolt, loosen the screw securing the drive pulley at the bottom of the transmission assembly. Slide the spacer off the transmission shaft.
Step 14. Take the drive pulley out of the cabinet and set it aside. Loosen the bolts holding the bearing block to the mounting plate using a 3/8 inch socket wrench.
Step 15. Carefully lift the transmission assembly out of the cabinet, then set it aside. Take your new washing machine transmission out of its packaging.
Step 16. Use your socket wrench to loosen the new bolts on the new transmission bearing block.
Step 17. Lower the new transmission assembly onto the plate, then apply the bearing block bolts at the bottom.
Step 18. Place the drive pulley underneath the transmission shaft, then secure it by tightening the set screw with your socket wrench.
Step 19. Slide the spacer down the transmission shaft. Carefully lower the outer tub onto the new transmission shaft.
Step 20. Secure the outer tub to the base by applying the 5/16 inch bolts. Reconnect the pressure switch tube to the port at the side of the tub.
Step 21. Connect the drain hose to the port at the bottom of the tub, then use pliers to slide the retaining clamp into place.
Step 22. Move the motor shield and capacitor back into place, then secure by applying the Philips screws.
Step 23. Slide the brass ring and gasket onto the transmission shaft. Push the gasket into the ring.
Step 24. Lower the inner tub onto the shaft. Put the trunion block in place, then secure it by applying the 3/8 inch bolts.
Step 35. Snap the tub cover onto the assembly. Secure the pressure tube in the retainer on the tub cover.
Step 36. Lower the agitator onto the shaft, then secure it by tightening the 1/2 inch bolts. Snap the cup and cover onto the agitator.
Step 36. Reach underneath the tub, then carefully loop the belt around the motor and drive pulley (ensure that the belt’s grooved side is facing inwards).
Step 39. Snap the front panel onto the cabinet, then apply the bolts at the bottom using your Philips screwdriver.
Step 40. Lower the top panel onto the cabinet, then snap it into place. Peel the tape off your washing machine’s lid.
Step 41. Plug your washing machine’s power cord back into the outlet, then make sure that the problem has been fixed by running a wash cycle.
5. Damaged Bearings
The bearings are mounted in the outer tub, and help the tub spin smoothly. If the bearings get warped, your Zanussi washing machine spin cycle won’t work normally. For steps to replace your washer’s bearings, read this article: Zanussi Washing Machine Bearings [Issues & Proven Solutions].
6. Broken Pulley
If your washer’s pulley breaks, the drive belt won’t work normally. As a result, your Zanussi washing machine spin cycle won’t work. Follow the steps below to replace this part…
Front Loaders
Take the following steps to replace the drive pulley in your front loader Zanussi washing machine…
Step 1. Prevent any chances of electrocution and leakage by disconnecting your washing machine from the outlet and shutting the water valves before starting this repair.
Step 2. Detach the COLD and HOT water supply hoses from the ports at the back of the cabinet (use a pair of pliers if needed).
Step 3. With a Philips screwdriver, take out the nuts holding the top panel. Pull the panel backwards about an inch or so, then lift it off the cabinet.
Step 4. Loosen the bolts securing the vibration dampening block to the top of the drum. Lift the block off and set it aside.
Step 5. Detach the power cord grounding wire and wire harness. Use needle-nosed pliers to release the wire retainer from the rear panel.
Step 6. Use a Philips screwdriver to take out the nuts securing the drain hose retainer. Slide the retainer off the hose and set it aside.
Step 7. Take out the bolts holding the support rail to the top of the rear panel. Lift the rail off the machine and set it aside.
Step 8. Loosen the screws securing the rear panel to the cabinet. Carefully lift the rear panel off the machine, then prop it against the cabinet.
Step 9. Unhook the drive belt from the motor pulley and drive pulley. Using a 6mm hex-head socket, loosen the nut securing the drive pulley.
Step 10. Slide the pulley off the tub shaft and set it aside. Prepare the new drive pulley for installation by unpacking it.
Step 11. Slide the new pulley onto the shaft, then apply the bolt to secure it. With the grooved side turned inwards, loop the belt around the two pulleys.
Step 12. Rotate the new belt by hand to ensure it is properly aligned. Once the belt is in place, carefully remount the rear panel on the cabinet, then use your Philips screwdriver to apply the nuts.
Step 13. Slide the retainer onto the drain hose, then apply the bolt to secure it. Mount the upper retaining bracket onto the rear panel, then use your Philips screwdriver to tighten the nuts.
Step 14. Plug the power cord’s wire harness and grounding wire back in. Place the vibration dampening block on top of the machine, then apply the Philips screws to secure it.
Step 15. Mount the top panel onto the cabinet, then apply the bolts at the back to secure it.
Step 16. Reconnect the COLD and HOT water supply hoses to the corresponding ports at the back of the cabinet (ensure that each hose is properly attached in order to prevent leaks).
Step 17. Plug your washing into the electrical outlet, then turn the COLD and HOT water supply taps back on. Ensure that the issue has been fixed by running a spin cycle.
Top Loaders
Replace a damaged drive pulley in your top loader Zanussi washing machine by following the steps below…
Step 1. Ensure that your washing machine is disconnected from the power outlet before starting this repair, in order to prevent electrocution.
Step 2. Secure the lid of your washing machine by putting some tape on it. Insert a putty knife under the top panel to release the locking clips.
Step 3. Carefully lift the top panel and support it using a lanyard. Use your Philips screwdriver to take out the bolts at the bottom of the front panel. Lift the front panel off the cabinet, then set it aside.
Step 4. Reach under the mounting base, then push the idler pulley inwards (this will release the tension on the drive belt).
Step 5. Unhook the drive belt from the pulleys, then take it out. Loosen the set screw at the bottom of the mounting base securing the drive pulley using a 3/8 inch socket. Take the pulley out and set it aside.
Step 6. Prepare the new drive pulley for installation by unpacking it. Push the new drive pulley into place, then secure it by applying the bolt.
Step 7. Loop the drive belt around the drive pulley, idler pulley, and motor pulley (ensure that the grooved side of the belt is turned inwards).
Step 8. Rotate the drive belt to ensure it is properly aligned. Lift the front panel, then mount it on the cabinet. Use your Philips screwdriver to apply the bolts at the bottom of the front panel.
Step 9. Lower the top panel, then snap it onto the cabinet. Peel the tape off the lid of your machine.
Step 10. Plug your washing machine’s power cord into the outlet, then try turning it on to see if your Zanussi washing machine spin cycle is working properly.
Dryers
Replace the idler pulley in your Zanussi dryer by following the steps below…
Step 1. Disconnect the machine from the power outlet before starting this repair, in order to avoid electrical damage.
Step 2. Loosen the bolts at the back of the machine securing the top panel, using a Philips screwdriver. Slide the panel backwards about an inch or so, then lift it off the cabinet.
Step 3. Use the screwdriver to take out the nuts at the top of the control panel. Pry the panel off the mounting bracket.
Step 4. Disconnect the wire harness from the control panel, then set the panel aside. Open the door of the machine, then use your screwdriver to take out the bolts securing the lint filter housing.
Step 5. Carefully tip your washing machine backwards and support it (get someone to assist you if needed).
Step 6. Take out the Philips screws at the bottom of the front panel. Once the screws are out, lower the machine.
Step 7. Loosen the bolts at the top of the front panel. Lift the front panel off the cabinet carefully.
Step 8. Disconnect the wire harness from the door lock on the front panel. Set the front panel aside.
Step 9. Unplug the user interface and door switch wires from the main control board at the top of the drum.
Step 10. Loosen the screws securing the control board’s support bracket to the front bulkhead. Lift the control board bracket, then support it.
Step 11. Take out the bolts securing the front bulkhead to the cabinet. Lift the bulkhead off the machine, then support it on the cabinet.
Step 12. Carefully reach underneath the drum and push the idler pulley inwards (if still intact) to release the tension on the drive belt.
Step 13. Unhook the belt from the pulleys. Lift the drum and belt out of the cabinet carefully, then set them aside.
Step 14. Unhook the spring from the idler arm. Lift the idler arm off the mount, then discard it.
Step 15. Prepare your new dryer idler pulley for installation by unpacking it. Mount the idler arm on the mount, then hook the spring on.
Step 16. Lift the drum and belt, then carefully guide them into the cabinet. Reach under the drum, then loop the drive belt around the motor and idler pulleys in a zig-zag formation.
Step 17. To ensure that the belt is properly aligned, try rotating the drum by hand. Once the belt is in place, remount the front bulkhead on the cabinet. Secure the bulkhead by applying the Philips screws.
Step 18. Place the control board support bracket back against the front bulkhead, then tighten the nuts to secure it.
Step 19. Plug the door switch and user interface wire connectors into the main control board.
Step 20. Carefully lift the front panel, then reconnect the door switch wire harness. Snap the front panel onto the cabinet, then use your Philips screwdriver to apply the bolts at the top.
Step 21. Tip your washing machine backwards carefully, then support it. Tighten the Philips screws at the bottom of the front panel.
Step 22. Set your washing machine back onto its feet. Open the door of the dryer, then apply the two nuts to secure the lint filter housing.
Step 23. Plug the wire harness into the control panel. Snap the panel onto the mounting bracket. Secure the panel by applying the Philips screws at the top.
Step 24. Place the top cover back on the cabinet. Using your Philips screwdriver, tighten the bolts at the back.
Step 25. Plug your dryer into the power outlet, then try running a cycle to ensure that your Zanussi washing machine spin cycle is working properly.
Note: The steps above may be a bit different depending on the model of your washing machine.
7. Damaged Inner Tub Shaft (Front Loaders)
Another thing that can cause your Zanussi washing machine spin cycle to fail is a broken tub shaft. If the tub doesn’t spin when turned by hand, the shaft is damaged. Depending on the model of your washer, you may need to replace the entire inner tub. Follow the steps below to do this…
Step 1. In order to avoid any chances of leakage and electrocution, ensure that you disconnect your washing machine’s power cord from the outlet and shut the water supply taps before starting this repair.
Step 2. Go to the back of the washing machine, then loosen the COLD and HOT water supply hoses from the ports on the machine (it is advised that you keep a rag nearby to clean any leaks).
Step 3. With your Philips screwdriver, loosen the nuts holding the rear panel to the cabinet. Lift the panel off the cabinet carefully, then set it aside.
Step 4. Loosen the bolts holding the top panel to the cabinet. Pull the panel backwards about an inch or so, then lift it off the cabinet.
Step 5. Use your screwdriver to take out the bolts securing the lower front access panel. Lift the panel off the cabinet and set it aside.
Step 6. Open the door of your washing machine. Using a flat-blade screwdriver or needle-nosed pliers, carefully pry out the retaining band holding the door boot seal to the front panel.
Step 7. Pry the door boot seal off the front panel. Reach into the drum, then use pliers to untwist the retaining wire securing the door seal to the inlet port.
Step 8. Push a 6-point 1/2 inch socket onto the pointed end of the shock absorber upper mounting pins. Pull the pins out using pliers.
Step 9. Detach the shock absorbers from the mounts at the bottom of the tub. Use a flat-blade screwdriver to release the pressure chamber from the side of the tub.
Step 10. Slowly rotate the drive pulley at the back of the tub, then take the belt off. Disconnect the wire harness from the drive motor at the bottom of the tub. Cut the zip-tie securing the wires to the bottom of the tub.
Step 11. Loosen the bolts holding the drive motor to the bottom of the tub using a 5/16 inch socket wrench. Carefully lift the motor off the tub and set it aside.
Step 12. Place a rag underneath the tub to catch any leaks. Using your screwdriver, loosen the bolt on the screw-clamp securing the sump hose to the bottom of the tub. Detach the hose from the machine.
Step 13. Detach the vent hose from the opening at the top of the drum. With a 13mm socket wrench, take out the bolts holding the rear weight to the tub. Lift the weight off carefully and set it aside.
Step 14. Loosen the nuts securing the motor control board. Pull the board out of the cabinet, then disconnect the wire harnesses. Set the control board aside.
Step 15. Take out the screws holding the retaining straps to the suspension springs at the top of the cabinet.
Step 16. With someone assisting you, carefully lift the two springs and unhook them from the cabinet. Carefully guide the tub assembly out of the cabinet.
Step 17. Unhook the two springs from the tub mounts and set them aside. Set the tub assembly upright. Loosen all the bolts holding the two halves of the outer tub together.
Step 18. Lift the front half of the outer tub off the assembly and set it aside (the front weights will still be attached).
Step 19. Turn the tub assembly over and set it face-down on the floor. Loosen the bolt holding the drive pulley to the back of the tub using a 9/16 inch socket wrench. Lift the pulley off and set it aside.
Step 20. Carefully lift the rear half of the outer tub off the inner tub shaft, then set it aside. Move the inner tub out of the way, then prepare the new one for installation by unpacking it.
Step 21. Use your Philips screwdriver to loosen the bolts holding the baffles to the old inner tub. Take the baffles out, then transfer them to the new one.
Step 22. Set the tub assembly face-down on the floor. Apply some liquid soap to the tub shaft.
Step 23. Carefully lower the rear half of the outer tub onto the inner tub shaft. Place the drive pulley on the shaft, then secure it by tightening the 9/16 inch bolt.
Step 24. Turn the tub assembly over. Lower the front half of the outer tub onto the assembly. Secure the two halves of the tub by tightening the 10mm bolts.
Step 25. Attach the two springs onto the tub mounts. With someone assisting you, carefully lift the tub assembly, then guide it into the cabinet.
Step 26. Lift the springs and hook them onto the cabinet. Put the spring retaining straps in place, then tighten the Philips screws to secure them.
Step 27. Reattach the vent hose to the port at the top of the drum. Plug the wire harnesses back into the motor control board.
Step 28. Install the motor control board in the cabinet, then secure it by applying the bolts. Mount the rear weight on the drum, then apply the 13mm bolts.
Step 29. Reconnect the sump hose to the port at the bottom of the tub. Secure the hose by tightening the screw-clamp.
Step 30. Use a new zip-tie to secure the motor wires to the bottom of the tub. Carefully remount the drive motor at the bottom of the tub, then secure it by applying the 5/16 inch bolts.
Step 31. Plug the wire harness back into the drive motor. Loop the drive belt around the motor pulley and drive pulley (ensure that the grooved side of the belt is turned inwards).
Step 32. Slowly rotate the pulley to ensure that the drive belt is properly aligned. Push each shock absorber into its mount at the bottom of the tub. Secure the shocks by pushing the upper mounting pins in,
Step 33. Secure the pressure chamber to the side of the tub. Go to the front of the machine, then connect the door boot seal to the water inlet port. Secure the connection by twisting the retaining clamp.
Step 34. Refit the door boot seal around the front panel. Using need-nosed pliers or a flat-blade screwdriver, fit the outer retaining band around the door seal).
Step 35. Snap the lower front access panel onto the cabinet, then secure it by tightening the Philips screws.
Step 36. Place the top panel on the cabinet, then push it forwards. Secure the panel by tightening the Philips screws.
Step 37. Carefully remount the rear panel on the cabinet, then use your Philips screwdriver to apply the bolts.
Step 38. Reconnect the HOT and COLD water supply hoses to the ports at the back of the machine (in order to avoid leaks, ensure that each hose is properly attached).
Step 39. Turn the water taps on, then plug the power cord into the outlet. To ensure that your Zanussi washing machine spin cycle is working, try turning the appliance on.
