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Gibson Washer has a burning smell

If your Gibson washer has a burning smell, unplug it before inspecting the machine, since an electrical short or slipping belt can create a fire hazard. The most likely cause is a failed rotor and stator kit. Wet stator coils or shorted coated wires can smell burnt, and a smoking or visibly damaged stator should be replaced. Next, inspect the main control board for burn marks caused by a power surge or failed component. The motor control board can also short and smell burnt when the motor or board components fail. A damaged control board is another possible source of a Gibson washing machine burning smell. If the odor smells like burning rubber, check the water pump belt and drive belt for wear, fraying, or slipping. Make sure the pump, motor pulley, and idler pulley turn freely, because a seized component can overheat a belt and cause a washer burning smell. Enter your model number to find the exact replacement part for your specific Gibson washing machine, including the correct stator, control board, motor control board, water pump belt, or drive belt.

01 - Gibson Washing Machine Rotor and Stator Kit

The stator is part of a direct drive motor that electrically drives the outer rotor. If the stator coils become wet or the coated wires on the coils short out, they can produce a burning smell. You can test the stator coils with a meter. If the stator is smoking, or smells burnt, it will need to be replaced.
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02 - Gibson Washing Machine Main Control Board

The main control board provides power to the various components of the washer. If the control board receives a power surge, or a component fails, the control board can short-out causing a burning smell. Inspect the control board for burn marks. A burnt main control board will need to be replaced.
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03 - Gibson Washing Machine Motor Control Board

The motor control board sends power to the motor. If the motor shorts out or a power surge occurs components on the board can blow out causing a burning smell. Inspect the motor control board for burn marks and replace if necessary.
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04 - Gibson Washing Machine Control Board

The control board provides power to the components of the washer. If the control board receives a power surge or a component fails, the control board can short out causing a burning smell. Inspect the control board for burn marks. If the control board is burnt, it will need to be replaced.
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05 - Gibson Washing Machine Water Pump Belt

The water pump belt can get worn and slip on the pulleys causing a burning smell. Check the motor pulley for wear and make sure the water pump turns freely.
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06 - Gibson Washing Machine Drive Belt

If the drive belt is worn or frayed it can slip on the pulley causing friction and a burning smell. Also check the components the belt is turning to make sure they turn freely. A stuck water pump or idler pulley can create enough friction to cause the belt to burn.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What should I do if my Gibson washer has a burning smell or is smoking?
Why does my washer smell like burning rubber during the spin cycle?
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