Arctic
Reduced Spin Performance / Unbalance Management
Washer completes cycle but clothes are still very wet; spin seems weak or shorter than normal.
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Safety Warning
This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.
If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.
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Possible Causes
Consistently unbalanced loads, Worn motor brushes (on brushed motors), Slipping or stretched drive belt, Faulty tachometer sensor
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the washer before accessing the rear panel.
- Step 1 – Check load and settings:
- Ensure the spin speed setting is not reduced or set to 'No Spin'.
- Avoid washing single heavy items; add more items to balance the load.
- Step 2 – Inspect drive belt:
- Remove the rear panel.
- Check if the belt is loose, glazed, or frayed.
- Replace with the correct Arctic belt if worn.
- Step 3 – Check motor brushes (if applicable):
- Remove the motor and inspect carbon brushes.
- Replace if they are worn short.
- Step 4 – Test spin:
- Reassemble and run a spin-only cycle with a balanced load.
- If spin remains weak, the tachometer or control board may require professional testing.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
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