Midea
Wash Motor / Agitation Failure
Washer fills with water but does not agitate or tumble.
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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
Faulty drive motor, Broken drive belt (belt-driven models), Defective motor capacitor (top-load), Failed main control board output
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the washer before accessing the motor or belt.
- Check drum movement: Try to rotate the drum by hand. If it spins freely but does not move during wash, suspect motor or belt.
- Inspect belt: Remove the rear panel and check if the belt is off, loose, or broken. Replace with the correct Midea belt if needed.
- Capacitor (top-load): Locate and test the motor capacitor with a capacitance meter. Replace if out of specification.
- Motor test: Measure motor winding resistance and check for shorts. Replace the motor if defective.
- Control board: If motor and belt are good, the main PCB may not be sending power to the motor and may require replacement.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
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