Bosch WFK 2401 - Washer fails to spin.

Sound like a prob with the control board controlling the motor, could be expensive .

The problem is the water inlet valve has failed. Although it is only the cold water the whole valve needs to be replaced. There are 2 solenoids on the valve 1 for cold 1 for hot the cold water solenoid has failed. The reason it works in the softner is it uses a separate solenoid to let water in there.

Check the below link , it might be useful;

http://appliancehelponline.com/washerwaterinlet.html

I just had the same problem last week Aug 1 2009
on our WFK 2401 purchased in 2001

If you hear no motor spinning when it should then it's something
with the motor. If you hear motor spinning, esp spin cycle, but
the drum doesn't spin, then probably broken belt ($30 part).

Since I work on cars (this is very much like an alternator+belt) and wanted to avoid a $100 service call (just to come to house) and
at least try for a quick fix before buying a new washer, I opened the back, confirmed belt looked ok, so tried
replacing the brushes in the motor, and it worked.

For a good description on how to do this see
http://dossy.org/2007/05/lots-of-miles-on-our-bosch-wfk2401uc-washer-motor/
I took some pics, and time permitting will post more details
to this dossy site to help fellow owners.
I purchased the brushes at partstap.com for $50 (incl tax+ship)

Check to see if there is a removable lower plastic cover at bottom front of washer, if there is remove it ,and on the lower right hand side, you should find the pump filter.
Unscrew anti-clockwise, remove and clean.
Please rate my solution.
Thanks.

put machine near an outside door let the empty hose lie outside that will drain the water out........then check the pump for a blockage ........

cheers

Hi,
If you are having a problem with your top load washer then check out this tip...

Washing Machine does not Pump or Spin
http://www.fixya.com/support/r4617986-washing_machine_not_pump_or_spin

If you are having problems with your front load washing machine then checkout this tip...

Front Load Washing Machine not draining and or not spinning
http://www.fixya.com/support/r4784376-front_load_washing_machine_not_draining

heatman101

Replace the drain pump Bosch #144489

oooops - the motor was stuck under the carriage. Once
moved it came off easily.

Thanks for posting this solution! I'll try it with mine.