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Bosch washing machine drum not turning

If the washing machine drum is not spinning during a programme, this could be completely intentional and normal appliance behaviour. Depending on the programme which you have selected, there are phases where there is limited or no drum movement at all, for example when washing woollens or when excess foam has been detected. To assure everything is correct, you can carry out a few simple checks. Simply follow the steps shown below or in the video.

In short

A Bosch washing machine drum not turning is documented by Bosch with 1 possible cause and 1 recommended step. Documented causes include: If the washing machine drum is not spinning during a programme, this could be completely intentional and normal appliance behaviour. Depending on the programme which you have selected, there are phases where there is limited or no drum movement at all, for example when washing woollens or when excess foam has been detected. To assure everything is correct, you can carry out a few simple checks. Simply follow the steps shown below or in the video.

What Bosch documents

Cause: If the washing machine drum is not spinning during a programme, this could be completely intentional and normal appliance behaviour. Depending on the programme which you have selected, there are phases where there is limited or no drum movement at all, for example when washing woollens or when excess foam has been detected. To assure everything is correct, you can carry out a few simple checks. Simply follow the steps shown below or in the video.

What to check:

Clean the water inlet filter

  1. Disconnect the appliance.
  2. Turn off the water tap.
  3. Prepare a large bucket and place it under the tap in case water comes out.
  4. Remove the hose from the tap.
  5. Pour the remaining water from the hose into the bucket.
  6. Clean the filters gently with a small brush.
  7. For appliances without AquaStop, be sure to remove the hose from the back of the appliance.
  8. Take the filter out with pair of pliers and clean it thoroughly.
  9. Place back the hose and check for leaks.

Check the water pressure

  1. Place a bucket under the water tap.
  2. Run the water. Approximately 10 litres of water per minute should come out.
  3. If the water pressure is too low, less water will be discharged.
  4. If this is the case, please contact your plumber who will be able to resolve the issue.

Source: Bosch Home UK troubleshooting page, retrieved 3 Nov 2026 Verified

Video guides

What the manufacturer shows

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How do I ensure my washing machine is getting a water supply?Bosch Home UK and Ireland, shown on Bosch Home UK's page
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Washing machine tap symbol blinkingBosch Home UK and Ireland, shown on Bosch Home UK's page

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Questions people ask

Frequently asked questions

Why is my Bosch washing machine drum not turning?

Bosch documents these causes: If the washing machine drum is not spinning during a programme, this could be completely intentional and normal appliance behaviour. Depending on the programme which you have selected, there are phases where there is limited or no drum movement at all, for example when washing woollens or when excess foam has been detected. To assure everything is correct, you can carry out a few simple checks. Simply follow the steps shown below or in the video.

What should I check first when a Bosch washing machine is drum not turning?

Clean the water inlet filter: 1. Disconnect the appliance. 2. Turn off the water tap. 3. Prepare a large bucket and place it under the tap in case water comes out. 4. Remove the hose from the tap. 5. Pour the remaining water from the hose into the bucket. 6. Clean the filters gently with a small brush. 7. For appliances without AquaStop, be sure to remove the hose from the back of the appliance. 8. Take the filter out with pair of pliers and clean it thoroughly. 9. Place back the hose and check for leaks. | Check the water pressure: 1. Place a bucket under the water tap. 2. Run the water. Approximately 10 litres of water per minute should come out. 3. If the water pressure is too low, less water will be discharged. 4. If this is the case, please contact your plumber who will be able to resolve the issue.

Sources

Where these facts come from

Every fact on this page was read from the manufacturer's own product page or document at the address shown, and is labelled with how far it has been checked. Last updated 3 November 2026. Read how we source data, or report an error.