old hotpoint

[jacks]

I've got an 10 year old hotpoint washing machine.
The motor started sparking and making strange noises and not turning.
I fiddled around with the wires which seemed lose (didn't move any) and it was okay again for a while.

Now it sparks again and there is smoke coming from the timer/program switch - the red block with all the wires coming in/out.

Do I need a new motor? Is the motor causing the timer to overheat?

If I get a new motor will all be well?

Thanks

Jacks

 

[Diyisfun]

I think 10 years is value for money. The sales start soon

 

[jacks]

But the old ones seem so much simpler, more reliable and solid......and I'm sure easier to diy repair

 

[Diyisfun]

In the end it comes down tp £££'s your choice. Personaly at 10 years old unless I new what the problem was & how much to replace I wouldnt think of a repair.

 

[breezer]

you need a new motor, and very likely a new programmer.
i would say new m/c the bearings will be going next