I wrote it above and i am not talking of the break smell if it has a smell the breaks its sure something else(too)
SOURCE: burning rubber smell
Even though manufacturers' love to advertise it, I personally would not load "too many items", as it may cause excessive normal ware and tear on your machine parts, motor, belt, etc.
Yes; the smell can be the belt and possibly your motor as well. The motor may be spinning, but the weight may be too much when the belt is engaging to rotate the drum. I would be careful not to burn the motor (About $120 - part only)
You should be able to access and inspect the drive-belt in the rear of the machine by removing an access panel (back of washer).
To replace the belt if fairly simple. Remove and re-install by wedging a long screw driver in between the belt and metal pulley (circular), while simultaneously rotating the pulley.
You may be required to make a belt repair if you start to have problems with your "washer not spinning" or "making a noise/not spinning"
SOURCE: The washer driving belt breaks.
Sounds like a spin bearing might be bad:
Check this link:
http://www.fixya.com/support/t197849-burning_smell_screeching_sound_but
SOURCE: There is a strong oil smell in the dryer
If you have recently painted or varnished inside your home the fumes in the air can create a hydrocarbon type smell in your dryer. This should stop as soon as the house is aired out.
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