aeg lavamat 980, noisy motor - advice please

[hoovermaticpete]

Hi guys,

On my 86? lavamat 980, its getting rather noisy on spin (whine) and at slower speeds (whirr/clicking).

At first I suspected drum bearings but on removing the belt it appears the noise is coming from the motor.

I took the motor off to investigate and as far as I can tell, its one or both of the following:

1: the commutator segments are well worn down, ie the brushes have worn quite a channel into the copper.
2: motor bearings - there is still some noise with the brushes removed.

1st question is - does anyone know if these motors can be repaired (new bearings etc.) or do I need a new motor when this gives up?
2nd question - where can I get a reasonably priced motor if needed?

Thanks
Peter

 

[robliverpool]

Hi Pete,
I have just gotten rid of my AEG 76669 update 1600 spin for the same reason, I could of got it fixed but with the amount of washing being done it was quicker to replace the whole machine. I know you can replace the armature and the bearings on the motor but I was told it would be in excess of 60 quid. Have a little look on ebay as they do pop up now and then or maybe a donor machine for the motor from it plus the option of keepin spares for the future.

Hope you get it sorted, I miss my AEG now and sorry I never spent the time getting it sorted

Robbie