The smell of burning coming from the Haier washing machine is an indication of concern because it could indicate the presence of a serious issue that needs to be taken care of immediately. The issue could arise from many diverse causes, like worn-out bearings, a belt that is not functioning or the motor. This article will explain the most commonly cited causes for burning smells in the Haier washer, and provide step-by-step instructions for how to fix the problem. We have you covered, regardless of whether you’re having a minor issue or a major malfunction. If you follow the correct approach, you can fix the problem of a Haier washer that has the smell of burning and resume doing your laundry with ease.
Spin Belt
Top loading Haier washers are fitted with a belt which drives the transmission. If the Haier washing machine stops agitating and stops agitating, the belt could be the cause. How do you determine if the drive belt in the Haier washing machine is in need of replacement:
- Disconnect your Haier from the power source prior to starting.
- It is necessary to remove off the clamps that hold the drive belt in place. That is attached to the drive motor will be the drive belt. You will need to remove the cabinet or the panel in the back to gain access to it.
- After you’ve removed it check the belt for indications of fraying, burning, cracks, or any other damage.
- You can replace your belt using Haier replacement belt If you experience any problems.
Pump Belt
Top load Haier washers utilize the belt to operate the drain pump. The belt is typically a V-shaped belt that is coupled from the motor that drives it with a pulley mounted on the drain pump. A pulley with an idler can be used to tension the belt. If you notice a burning smell of rubber from the inside of your Haier washer, check the pump belt. What can you do to determine if the pump belt in the Haier washing machine requires replacement:
- Disconnect your Haier washer from power sources and then open the cabinet of your washer.
- Find and remove the pump belt for a thorough inspection. The belt for the pump will be connected to the pulley of the motor that drives it. To take it off you’ll need to take off the clamps that hold it in the place.
- If you notice any indications of wear, burn fraying or damage Visually inspect your pump.
- If your belt displays any of these symptoms, you will need a Haier replacement pump belt.
Motor Pulley
The drive motor utilizes pulleys to turn the pump and drive belts. Motor pulleys are composed of metal or synthetic materials to ensure the best contact with belts. If the pulley wears out or rusted, it could generate excessive friction and overheat or harm the belt leading to a smell of burning. How to examine a Haier motor pulley for a washing machine:
- Unplug the Haier washing machine prior to beginning this inspection.
- Locate and remove the motor pulley in order to inspect it thoroughly. You’ll need to dismantle the cabinet in order to do this and also remove any belts that are attached to the motor pulley.
- Visually inspect your motor pulley for any accumulations of dirt, grease or other substances and for indications of wear and tear, or burning. If your pulley shows signs of damage or wear, you will be required to replace it using Haier replacement.
Drain Pump
The drain pump is installed on a Haier washing-machine to drain water from the tub before and after the spin cycle. The pump can be belt driven, motor driven, or possess an electric motor. The drain pump can be shut down if there is an unpleasant burning smell emanating from the Haier washer after or during the spin cycle. The burning smell is usually due to the belt sliding on the pump pulley in belt-driven models. Models with an electrical drain pump will smell more like an electrical motor. How to examine the drain pump the in the Haier washing machine
- Disconnect the power source from the appliance and then take off the front panel or cabinet.
- After you’ve found the pump, examine the connections and hoses that come out of it to determine the source.
- Replace the connector or hose in case there are any issues.
- If the leak is from the pump itself, you will need Haier replacement pump.
Idler Pulley wheel & Idler Pulley Arm
Top load Haier washers use an idler pulley to pull back the pump or drive belt. The idler pulley can become stuck, or the idler arm ceases to pivot freely. This can cause excessive belt slippage as well as friction, which can result in the belt becoming overheated and emitting a smell that is burning. How do you inspect the idler pulley wheel and arm of a Haier washing machine:
- Examine and locate your idler pulley wheel and arm. You are looking for any signs of damage, wear cracks, burns or cracks. To inspect the pulley, it is necessary to remove the belt drive from the pulley.
- To unwind the belt move an idler pulley to the drum to decrease the tension of the belt to allow it to slide off.
- The pulley wheel should be inspected to ensure it spins smoothly , with little resistance, and does not wobble.
- If you find any issues in the tests above it is likely that you need a Haier replacement idler pulley or arm.
Direct Drive Motor Coupling
Some top load Haier washers use direct drive motor coupling instead of a belt, to transfer the power of the motor to the. The drive coupling joins the motor and the transmission. It’s comprised of two drive forks that have a rubber coupling placed between the two. One drive fork is linked to the shaft of the drive motor and the other is attached to the shaft of the transmission’s input. As the motor shaft spins the rubber coupling between the drive forks absorbs the force to stop the forks from breaking. The coupling will wear over time. At some point, the drive forks might slip, releasing an unpleasant smell. How to check the coupling on a Haier washing-machine’s direct drive motor coupling
- Like other checks, start by making sure that you have disconnected your Haier’s power source.
- To examine the condition of your Haier washer, you’ll have to remove the coupling. It is necessary to remove the whole washer’s cabinet. Depending on the model, you might also need to remove the motor or drain pump.
- Visually inspect your motor coupling for cracking, damage burns, wear or cracks.
- You’ll require a replacement Haier direct motor coupling when you encounter problems with the motor coupling.
Clutch Assembly
Some top-loading Haier washers come with a clutch assembly that powers the washing basket through the spin cycle. If your Haier washer is emitting a burnt smell, it could be caused by the worn-out clutch. Your washer may also make an ominous sound when it is in the spin cycle. Another common sign of a worn out clutch is shavings of brake dust or brake dust that are found under the Haier washing machine. How to inspect the clutch assembly of a Haier washer:
- After the appliance has been disconnected from power sources, you can access the cabinet of the Haier washer to look for the clutch unit.
- Remove the clutch assembly of your Haier appliance and inspect it carefully. It is located below the tub that is attached to the basket drive unit. You may have to take the drive motor and transmission off based on the model.
- Check your clutch assembly for signs of burns, wear, fraying or any other issue. If you spot any of these indications you’ll require a new Haier clutch assembly.
Glide and Spring
Some models of Haier washing machines utilize the use of a glide and spring arrangement on the drive motor for belt tensioning. The drive motor comes with a pivot mount to the base frame , and springs that provide the tension. A nylon or plastic glide is fitted to the bottom of the motor , to permit it to slide across the Haier washer base frame. This will allow the belts of the pump and drive belts to slide a bit when the motor starts to turn on. It functions as an automatic clutch. If the belt does not slide freely then the belts may become hot and emit a smoky smell. How to examine the spring and glide on the Haier washing machine.
- Before starting, disconnect your Haier washer
- Remove or take off the front panel from the washer in order to find the spring(s) or glide(s). The drive motor spring as well as glides are normally situated on top of the base frame. They can be located by removing the front panel.
- Make sure that the motor is positioned properly, that the springs have not been stretched and there isn’t any dirt or rust on the surface.
- If you can, check the glides for signs of wear or burning.
- If you discover any problems or damaged components when performing these checks, you might require Haier replacement glides and springs.
Drive motor
The main drive motor of most Haier washers are used to manage mechanical functions, such as spin, tumble, and agitation. It could also be used to control the drain pump. If a problem or defect occurs in one of the motor-driven parts, it may cause the drive motor to overheat causing an unpleasant smell. If the problem is serious, the motor may be overheated to the point that it will fail. One of the most common signs that indicate a failing drive motor is a buzzing or humming sound when the motor is running. Here’s how you check the drive motor in the Haier washer:
- After verifying that you removed the plug from your washer, take it out of the cabinet of the Haier appliance.
- To test the drive motor to test the drive motor, remove it. A variety of wires will be connected to the drive motor. Make sure you pull the metal connectors and not the wires.
- You are checking the motor’s continuity and testing the ground connection. Your multi-meter needs to be set to Rx1 for both tests.
- To test continuity, you need to connect the probes on motor terminals. This should result in a reading of nearly or exactly zero. To determine the ground connection, keep one probe on the terminal, and then connect another probe to the housing of the metal, you should not have any readings in this test.
- If the readings from your multimeter do not match the above, you’ll require a new Haier drive motor.