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Description

How does a tumble dryer capacitor work?

When the motor in the tumble dryer is switched on, the capacitor discharges its stored energy, releasing a surge of power. This extra power helps overcome the initial resistance and inertia of the motor, enabling it to start spinning. Once the motor is running, the capacitor continues to provide a stable power supply, ensuring smooth operation.

What damages the capacitor?

Like any electronic component, a tumble dryer capacitor has a limited lifespan. Over time, it may experience natural wear and tear, leading to a decline in its performance and eventual failure. 

Excessive heat generated within the dryer due to prolonged use, poor ventilation, or faulty components can cause the capacitor to overheat. High temperatures can degrade the dielectric material and lead to a loss of capacitance or even the breakdown of the capacitor.

How do you replace a faulty capacitor?

Watch our video tutorial below on how to fit a tumble dryer capacitor.

This capacitor by Hotpoint is a genuine tumble dryer replacement part. It also fits Ariston, Creda, Indesit, and Swan  tumble dryers.

How to Fit a Tumble Dryer Capacitor

Please note that the following video will give you a guide on how to fit this part, however the exact fitting may differ depending on your make and model.

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

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11 Customer Review(s)

Does the job

What can I say? It arrived in good time, fitted without a problem and works. Not much else to it, really!

By Mike Bull - Frenchay
28th Apr 2023

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Tumble Dryer not turning

Simple fix for this issue if belt ok, just replace large capacitor with this part.. it can be fitted either way round on wiring. Just make sure it the correct UF for your current one.

By Robert Kent - Nottingham
24th Oct 2022

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Fantastic service

Website easy to use. Part located and ordered - delivered in 2 days - in machine and working within 20 minutes of it dropping on my mat. Fantastic company. Simple, easy and straightforward. Will definitely be using them for all my future parts.

By Mark Tattersall - Haslingden
18th Oct 2022

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Excellent

Easy to order, quality part, delivery great and as described

By Barrie - abergavenny
8th Mar 2022

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Great product

Excellent, very easy to fit and saved me having to buy a new tumble dryer 😀

By Karen - Smith
10th Nov 2021

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Tumble dryer capacitor

The capacitor was an exact replacement, easy to fit and worked perfectly.

By Bill Lee - Llanymynech
20th Sep 2019

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Great customer service

Easy to fit excellent customer service quick delivery

By Claire - Clydebank
2nd Sep 2019

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got the dryer working ... bingo!

My hotpoint dryer was making a buzzing sound and the drum wasn't turning. I googled this and ordered a new capacitor. BTW, most multimeters don't measure capacitance, so it's not easy to test. Anyway, the part is a five-minute job to refit...job done. Very happy. I was concerned when I looked at my machine and it appears to have 4 terminals but on closer look they are connected in pairs.

By Mark Murphy - Sheffield
1st May 2019

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Good product easy to fit

Great product and speedy service will be using ransom spares again

By Adrian Bishop - Seaford
24th Apr 2018

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Excellent Service

Very happy with the start capacitor, easy to fit works perfectly. Great service from Ransom Spares. Thank you

By Chantelle Mason - Essex
22nd Mar 2017

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Questions And Answers

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Does this part have 4 pins on top ?
By Haydn - Brighton - 31/03/2020
Hi Haydn, this has 2 pins on top.
By Jordan - Staff Member
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The capacitor on my machine has 4 spade connections 2 red 2Black
By Brian’s - Liverpool - 25/06/2021
Hi Brian, please submit a part enquiry with your model details so we can look in to this for you.
By Jordan - Staff Member
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Hi I need capacitor for IDCE8450BSH (UK) it is a 8.5uf and has 4 pins for 4 wires yet on this site the capacitor has got 2 pins? I see this question has been asked already by someone and I'm having same problem locating the correct 4 pin capacitor
By Mohamed - Rowley Regis - 05/11/2021
Hi Mohamed, the original capacitor has probably got piggy backed terminals (two spades going to the same point). You would only need to connect two wires to this.
By Jordan - Staff Member
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I have a Hotpoint Aqualtis the start capacitor is 416.33.B729 W27/13, is this capacitor compatible?
By William - Gateshead Tyne and Wear - 22/12/2021
Hi William, I can confirm this capacitor is a suitable replacement for your existing one.
By Jordan - Staff Member
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hi do yous have this oart with 4 terminals? i ordered this one and it arrived with 2 but i need 4
By neill - belfast - 24/01/2022
Hi Neill, please submit a part enquiry with your full model details so we can check this for you.
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