Not Spinning
Siemens Washing Machine
Severity: ModerateWhat Does This Error Mean?
A Siemens washer that won't spin is usually caused by an unbalanced load, residual water from a drain fault, or a door latch that has not confirmed locked.
How to Fix It
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Redistribute the load
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Check for and fix drain faults
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Verify the spin speed setting
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Run a Spin Only programme
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Check the door lock
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my Siemens washer stop before spinning?
Siemens machines pause before the spin to allow the load to settle. If they stop entirely, the most common cause is an out-of-balance load or a drain issue that left water in the drum.
Can I force a Siemens washer to spin?
Select a Spin Only programme to force a spin cycle directly. This bypasses the wash and rinse and goes straight to spin.
My Siemens washer vibrates very loudly during spin — what is wrong?
Loud vibration during spin usually means the load is unbalanced. If it happens consistently on all loads, the drum bearings or shock absorbers may be worn.