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Description

Dimensions:

Length: 35mm

Width: 12mm

Depth: 4mm

What do carbon brushes do in a washing machine?

Carbon brushes are small blocks made of carbon and attached to the motor, making contact with the spinning armature. 

As the motor rotates, the carbon brushes give the necessary electrical connection and allow power to be transmitted to various motor components, such as the drum or pump. The brushes also help regulate the electrical current and control the motor's speed and operation.

Why do you replace them?

Carbon brushes need to be replaced when they wear down or become too short. The constant friction and contact with the spinning armature cause the carbon brushes to gradually wear out. 

As the brushes wear down, they lose their optimal conductivity and may not make sufficient contact with the armature, leading to reduced motor performance, intermittent operation, or even motor failure. 

How do you install new carbon brushes on your washing machine? 

Check the instructions on the video below on how to replace carbon brushes on washing machines.

These parts fit Bosch, Balay, Constructa, De Dietrich, Gaggenau, Kuppersbusch, Lynx, Neff, Pitsos, Profilo, Siemens, Tecnik, and Viva  washing machines.

How to Replace Washing Machine Carbon Brushes:

The following DIY repair video should assist you in fitting this part.  However the exact procedure may differ depending on your make and model.

WarningSafety Warning - Always unplug from the mains before carrying out any repairs.

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142 Customer Review(s)

Great brushes, easy to fit to Bosch w'machine

Best priced set of brushes for a Bosch washing machine. Easily fitted, so hopefully more years left in machine. Prompt and fast delivery.

By Nigel Whittock - Weston super Mare
14th Mar 2024

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Quality product. Great service, especially as I ordered between Christmas and New Year, came next day.

By Lucille gardiner - Dursley
13th Jan 2024

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Great product...a little fiddly to fit

Fitted to a Bosch Classixx 1200 Express - Most of the time is taken to take part everything to get to the brushes. They're then a little bit fiddly to load the spring but plenty of online videos available. Probably a 30 min job in total

By Louis Hyde - Sussex
23rd May 2023

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Cool carbon

The part was perfect … cheap price , high quality and easy to fit due to the quality of the help Videos provided on ransoms YouTube channel . Thanks guys I have a working washing machine and change from a tenner

By David Dixon - Brighton
26th Dec 2022

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Great priced brushes

Replacement brushes for Bosch washing, easy to order, great price and fast delivery, easy to fit to motor.can recommend

By Nigel Whittock - Weston super Mare
7th Oct 2022

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Impressive Service

Ordered the carbon brushes on Friday afternoon and delivered Saturday morning. Needed to use emery paper on the corners of the brushes to ensure a sliding fit. Took 5 minutes and machine in full working order. Gained a few brownie points with the wife.

By Michael Richard Thomason - SEDBERGH
23rd Jul 2022

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Did Exactly What I Hoped

I was not 100% sure that the brushes had failed in the washing machine motor until I put the new brushes in. However, the new brushes restored the machine to its former glory - very happy with the result. There was a small glitch with the delivery as the next-day delivery didn't happen but Ransom's customer services were great and refunded the cost of this. Overall, very happy! Thanks!

By Ian Thomson - Llanelli
28th Feb 2022

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Good price but OEM parts were better

Tried fitting these brushes based on Youtube videos. This involved really difficult access to the motor. I spent a lot of frustrating time using mirrors and torches to see what I was doing and managed to fit one but the other was impossible and eventually the contact came apart from the connecting wire. I then bought the more expensive OEM brushes and noticed the video instructions on Ransome's website. This was based on my specific model and recommended removing the motor. Not surprisingly, this makes the whole process a complete doddle. I strongly recommend removing the motor to fit the brushes and obviously can't say if these no-OEM brushes would have done the job just as well. Clearing the error code is also a mystery but follow the instructions on Youtube and it will eventually work (turn OFF, turn to 6 o'clock, press and keep pressing spin hold, turn to 7 o'clock for 5 secs and release, turn to OFF then on).

By MR DAVID ALLEN - Haslemere
6th Dec 2021

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Bosch Carbon Brushes

Arrived on the date stated, good quality items original specification ready to fit, exactly what it says on the tin

By Ian McCloy - BISHOPTON
13th Oct 2021

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Just the job

I ordered these brushes for my washing machine motor. They arrived on the promised date. I fitted them with reasonable ease. The motor worked fine afterwards. They were perfect for the job and far cheaper than than the manufacturers part. I would definitely recommend Ransom for your spare parts.

By ronald charlwood - poole
11th Sep 2021

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Questions And Answers

1 Answer(s)
Is this price for one brush or the pair? Thanks
By Caroline - London - 12/10/2019
Hi Caroline, thanks for your question. This is for both the carbon brushes.
By Jordan - Staff Member
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Hi will these fit waq243dogb /01 thanks
By Mark - Wales - 30/11/2021
Hi Mark, the carbon brushes listed for your model are RS223560.
By Jordan - Staff Member
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Will these carbon brushes fit my siemans S12.38
By Kenneth - Sheffield - 27/02/2022
Hi Kenneth, please submit a part enquiry including the full model details from the rating plate behind the door so we can check this for you.
By Jordan - Staff Member
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Will these fit W542OXOGB
By Sheila - Ormskirk - 28/01/2023
Hi Sheila, the carbon brushes required for your model are RS59049.
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