Homemade products from the engine from the washing machine (video selection, photos, diagrams)
1. How to connect a motor from an old washing machine with or without a condenser
Not all "washing" motors will operate with a capacitor.
There are 2 main types of engines:
- with capacitor start (permanently switched on capacitor)
- with a starting relay.
As a rule, "capacitor" motors have three winding leads, power 100 -120 W and speed 2700 - 2850 (washing machine centrifuge motors).
And motors with a "start relay" have 4 outputs, a power of 180 W and a speed of 1370 - 1450 (washing machine activator drive)
Connecting a "capacitor" motor via the start button may result in a loss of power.
And the use of a permanently switched capacitor in a motor designed for a starting relay can lead to burnout of the windings!
2. Homemade emery from the washing machine engine
Today we will talk about converting an asynchronous electric motor from a washing machine to a generator. In general, I have been interested in this issue for a long time, but there was no particular desire for reworking the electric motor, since at that time I did not see the scope of the generator. Since the beginning of the year, work has been going on on a new model of the ski lift. My own lift is a good thing, but riding with music is much more fun, so I quickly got the idea to make such a generator so that I could use it to charge the battery on the slope in winter.
I had three electric motors from the washing machine in store, and two of them are absolutely serviceable. Here I decided to convert one of these asynchronous electric motors into a generator.
Running a little ahead of myself, I will say that the idea is neither mine nor new. I will describe only the process of converting an asynchronous electric motor into a generator.
It was based on the 180-watt electric motor of a washing machine made in China in the early 90s of the last century.
I ordered magnets from NPK Magnets and Systems LLC, before I had already bought magnets during the construction of a wind farm. Neodymium magnets, magnets size 20x10x5. The cost of 32 pieces of magnets with delivery is 1240 rubles.
Alteration of the rotor consisted in removing the core layer (deepening). Neodymium magnets will be installed in the resulting depression. At the beginning, a 2 mm core was removed on a lathe - a protrusion above the side cheeks. Then a 5 mm recess was made for neodymium magnets. The result of the rotor rework can be seen in the photo.
Having measured the circumference of the resulting rotor, the necessary calculations were made, after which a strip template was made of tin. Using a template, the rotor was divided into equal parts. Then neodymium magnets will be glued between the risks.
8 magnets were used per pole. In total, there are 4 poles on the rotor. With the help of a compass and a marker, all the magnets have been marked for convenience. The magnets were glued to the rotor with “Superglue”. I will say that this is a painstaking business. The magnets are very strong, you had to hold them tight when gluing them. There were moments when magnets came off, pinched fingers, and glue flew into the eyes. Therefore, you need to glue the magnets using protective glasses.
I decided to fill the cavity between the magnets with epoxy. For this, the rotor with magnets was wrapped in several layers of paper. The paper is secured with tape. The ends are plastered with plasticine for additional sealing. A hole has been cut in the shell. A neck is made around the hole made of plasticine. Epoxy resin was poured into the shell hole.
After the epoxy cured, the shell was removed. The rotor is clamped into a drill chuck for further processing. Sanding was carried out with medium grit sandpaper.
4 wires came out of the electric motor. I found a working winding, and cut the wires from the starting winding. I installed new bearings, since the old ones were spinning a little. The bolts tightening the body are also installed new.
The rectifier is assembled on D242 diodes, the “SOLAR” controller purchased several years ago on Ebay is used as a charging controller.
You can watch the generator tests in the video.
To charge the battery, 3-5 turns of the generator are enough. At maximum speed of the drill, 273 Volts were squeezed out of the generator. Alas, the sticking is decent, so it makes no sense to put such a generator on a windmill. Unless the wind turbine will be with a large propeller or gearbox.
The generator will be on the ski lift. Field tests already this winter.
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4. Connecting and adjusting the speed of the collector motor from the automatic washing machine
Regulator manufacturing:
Regulator setting:
Regulator test:
Regulator on the grinder:
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5. Potter's wheel from the washing machine
6. Lathe from washing machine automatic machine
How to make a wood lathe headstock from a washing machine motor. and a speed control with maintaining power.
7. Wood splitter with a washing machine motor
The smallest single-phase, screw splitter with a motor from a 600 W washing machine. with speed stabilizer
Working speed: 1000-8000 rpm.
8. Homemade concrete mixer
A simple home-made concrete mixer, consists of: a 200 liter barrel, an engine from a washing machine, a disc from a classic Zhiguli, a gearbox made of a Zaporozhets generator, a large pulley driven by a fairy washing machine, small self-grinding pulleys, a drum pulley made of the same disk.
Prepared and put together by: Maximan
At the flea market, you often come across engines from Soviet-era washing machines or even modern products. Such an engine is usually not expensive, but there can be a lot of benefits from it.
The idea is to make a grinding machine out of it, the performance of which may be even better than that of its Chinese counterpart. However, it is advisable to check the functionality before purchasing.
First, we measure the resistance of the working and starting windings. The starting winding is of the utmost importance. We are starting the production of the frame for our future machine. It must be stable and durable.
A metal corner and a profile pipe are used to form the frame. Blanks are cut. The engine is installed on a part of the frame, and then the body is assembled around it completely by welding. Next, we make a table to the bed from the same profile pipe, cutting it in half.
The main stages of work
We weld a couple of pieces of round timber, forming a uniform gap between them and the nuts along the edges. You need to emphasize under the table. Then we make an additional part to fix the required angle, which can be adjusted.
We take a disc from an old pneumatic sander with a diameter of 150 mm. We cut the thread on the motor shaft and on the disc itself under the adapter from the elongated nut. If the motor is a capacitor, and its power is 180-200 W, we connect a starting capacitor of 12 μF (at the rate of 7 μF per 100 W).
We screw one end to the engine wire, the other to one of the wires of the network cable. We place the capacitor near the engine using zip ties. We insulate all contacts soundly and fix the network cable to avoid displacement.
For the convenience of moving the machine, you can make a handle from a polypropylene pipe, inside which is a metal rod. It is attached to the engine itself. We assemble the entire structure, install the disk and start our machine.
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Scrap collectors will be happy to take your old washing machine away from you. But do not rush to please them. You will not help out a little money for scrap, but if you approach this issue wisely, you can acquire many useful things for the household. Homemade products from a washing machine engine will help you quickly clean a bird from a feather, cut pet food, mow a lawn, smoke fish and meat. And this is not a complete list of what can be done from a washing machine. Today, in the editorial review of the site, there are detailed instructions on how to give the "iron heart" a new life from the washing machine.
Parts from the washing machine - material for many useful homemade products
If you are going to make homemade products from a used engine, you need to figure out what it is and what it is capable of. In you can find three types of motors: asynchronous, brushless and brushed. Let's take a closer look at them:
- Asynchronous - can be two-phase or three-phase. Two-phase engines are found in old Soviet-made models. More modern machines are equipped with a three-phase. The design of such an engine is extremely simple, it can reach speeds of up to 2800 rpm. The working engine removed from the machine just needs to be lubricated - and it is ready for new exploits.
- Collector - you will find this type of motor in the design of most household appliances. Such devices can operate on direct and alternating current, have compact dimensions and controllable speed. The only drawback of this engine is the washable brushes, but these parts can be replaced if necessary.
- Brushless direct drive - the most modern engine from a Korean manufacturer. You will find it in modern washing machines from LG and Samsung.
Now that you can determine the type of motor, it remains to decide where you can apply the motor from the washing machine.
We correctly disassemble and decide what can be done from the parts of the old washing machine
Dismantling a washing machine is not a hurry. After working with water, salt build-up may remain on the parts, it must be carefully removed so as not to damage the parts during removal. What can be made from an old washing machine? For homemade products, a motor is useful - it will become the basis for many devices. The drum will also be used. It is usually made of stainless steel. Disconnect all pipes from the drum. A loading hatch may also be useful. In addition to these parts, do not rush to throw away the springs, counterweights and body parts.
How to make a sharpener or grinder from a washing machine motor
A sharpener is one of the most sought-after home tools. It can be used to sharpen garden tools, household knives and scissors. If you don't have one yet, buy it at any tool store or make a grinder from a washing machine. The most difficult moment is how to attach the emery wheel to the motor. The easiest way is to buy a ready-made flange. It looks something like this.
You can grind a flange from a metal pipe of a suitable diameter, most often a pipe with a cross section of 32 mm is suitable. From it you need to cut off a piece 15 centimeters long, this is quite enough to fix the emery. The flange is secured to the motor shaft by welding or through bolt. The video describes in detail how a hand-made sharpener from a washing machine works:
We make a wood lathe from a washing machine
What else can you do with the washer motor? One popular idea is a wood lathe. Consider a step-by-step process.
| Illustration | Action Description |
|---|---|
 | Use a metal corner to secure the motor firmly to the workbench. To do this, drill holes for fixing to the motor feet and table. |
 | To mount a wooden part, you need a flange fixed to the motor shaft, and these are the studs made from ordinary shear-headed bolts. Screw these pins into the base. You will need 3 studs. |
 | The motor is fixed to the table with self-tapping screws, to the metal part - with bolts. |
 | The opposite end of the wooden part is attached with such a device. It consists of a screw with a loop, two wooden supports perpendicularly fixed to the corners. |
 | This piece of wood needs to be movable so that different pieces can be used. For mobility, it is bolted to a threaded rod. |
 | A power supply is required to control the motor. One of the computer units can be used. You will need to install switches to adjust the rotation speed. |
 | How to connect a motor to a power supply in animation. |
 | To guide the instruments, make a handcuff. It consists of two wooden parts and a metal corner. All parts are movable by fastening with one bolt. |
 | The lower part of the handcuff is rigidly fixed on the workbench with screws and corners. |
 | The workpiece is fixed on the machine from two sides: on the left - on pins, on the right - on a bolt with a handle. To fix it in the workpiece, you need to drill the appropriate holes. |
 | For work, you will need sharpened tools - cutters. |
 | The final sanding of the workpiece is done with a strip of sandpaper. |
How to make a simple feather removal machine from a washing machine with your own hands for household needs
Slaughter time is a troublesome stage. Usually they do this in the fall, when the ducks and broilers have reached the desired weight, and it is already unprofitable to keep them in the winter. You need to pinch several dozen, or even hundreds of carcasses very quickly. You can get rid of hard labor with the help of a pen-removable machine, and you can easily do everything from the same parts of the washing machine.
For the device, you can not disassemble the washing machine. It is especially convenient to use top-loading machines. You just need to fix the beats in the drum so that they look inward. Before plucking the chicken, the carcass must be scalded with boiling water, and then simply thrown into a rotating drum. Here's what you get:
Important!To prevent water from entering the feathering machine motor, you need to protect it with a plastic cover.
And the last point - the feathering device must be firmly fixed, since the vibration when loading the carcass will be very strong.
Lawn mower from a used motor
We continue to look for the answer to the question of where you can use the motor from the washing machine. Another original idea is manufacturing. For a small area, an electric model tied to a power source with a cord is sufficient. The device of such a unit is very simple. You will need to make a platform on four wheels with a small diameter.
The motor is fixed on top of the platform, the shaft is threaded into the hole at the bottom, and a knife is attached to it. It remains only to attach handles and a lever to the cart to turn the power on and off. If you have an asynchronous motor lying around, you will be surprised how quiet the unit will turn out, even in comparison with the factory models.
Advice! To prevent grass from wrapping around the knives, you need to slightly bend their cutting edges down.
Video: how to make a lawn mower
Animal feed cutter
For a villager, a feed cutter is a very important device in the household. And this unit is not difficult to make from. What can be used: drum and motor.
For a feed cutter, you will need to make a body in which a drum with sharpened holes for cutting and a cover for pressing will be mounted. The connection between the rotating drum and the motor is via a drive. The finished model looks like this:
How to assemble a generator from an old washing machine
We continue to consider homemade products from a motor from a washing machine, and it’s turn to the generator. You won't be able to assemble a powerful device, but you can prepare for an emergency shutdown. To turn the engine into a generator, you will have to disassemble it and partially cut off the core. In the rest of the core, you need to make grooves for neodymium magnets.
The gaps between the magnets are filled with cold welding. To operate the device, the kit must include a motorcycle battery, a rectifier and a charge controller. Details of the work in the video:
Homemade concrete mixer
If you have started a small repair that requires, for example, plastering the walls, a concrete mixer will come in handy. And again, the parts of the washing machine come in handy.
As a container for concrete, you can use the same drum with pre-sealed holes for draining water. It is best to use parts from a front-loading machine, there is almost nothing to redo. To strengthen the body, use a metal corner, and for convenient movement of the concrete mixer, equip it with wheels. The main difficulty in the design is the manufacture of a "swing" for the correct tilt and subsequent pouring of concrete. How to do it correctly in the video:
Homemade products from the engine from the washing machine: circular saw
You will be surprised, but a circular can also be built on the basis of a washing machine motor. An important point in this matter is the additional equipment of the motor with a device that regulates speed. Without this additional module, the circular will work unevenly and simply will not cope with the task at hand. Device assembly diagram:
The principle of operation of the device is simple: the engine drives the shaft, on which the small pulley is worn. From the small pulley goes the drive belt to the large saw blade pulley.
Important! Take care of your hands when working with a homemade circular. All structural parts must be firmly fixed.
The resulting unit will not be very powerful, so it can only be used to dissolve boards up to 5 cm thick.How does such a homemade circular work:
What else can be made from a washing machine drum: original decor ideas
The drum with its correct perforation is a material for the manufacture of decorative items. Here are some interesting ideas.
Bedside tables and tables. Top-loading drums with a door can hide the little things you need.
We make a brazier from a drum from a washing machine, photo examples
- the product is temporary. Sooner or later, it burns out and requires replacement. You can buy a new one every time or use an improvised material, for example, a drum from a washing machine. To make this craft from a drum from a washing machine - a couple of minutes. The beauty is that oxygen easily enters the perforated container, which causes active combustion.
The drum metal can withstand a couple of seasons. Make a comfortable stand for him so you don't bend over, and you're done. Standard length skewers will fit comfortably on a small brazier. If necessary, you can lightly weld on a pair of rails.
How to make a good smokehouse from a washing machine drum
The cherry on the cake in our question is. Fragrant smoked meat, bacon and fish - what could be better for the table? If you have a tank from a top-loading car lying around in your shed or garage, consider it in the bag.
In the bottom of the tank, it is necessary to cut a hole for the firebox, weld fasteners inside for hanging products. It remains only to install the tank on the hearth, hang fish or bacon, cover the top of the tank with a lid and ignite the sawdust.
It is important that the fuel under the smoker is smoldering and not burning. It is better to place such a device away from home.
Important! You will have to look after such a smokehouse. It cannot be left for a long time, the fire can flare up, and instead of smoked, you will get a burnt product.
In some situations, it is cheaper to purchase a new product than to restore faulty household appliances. However, the prudent person will receive additional benefits by using functional components as intended. This publication presents homemade products from the engine from a washing machine .. And video clips will help you more accurately reproduce the homemade craftsmen and get useful products quickly and at no extra cost.
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What is the engine from an old washing machine suitable for?
First, you need to clarify the real capabilities of the existing power unit. In household appliances of the Soviet period, fairly reliable asynchronous electric motors (180-220 W) were installed. They were connected to two-phase AC networks. Previously, structures were created in a collapsible design. Therefore, in the event of a breakdown, the repair does not cause excessive difficulties. The only exception is damage to the windings. Modern models are distinguished by increased power (up to 340 W).
Since the end of the 90s of the last century, such simple engines have not been used. Instead of asynchronous, collector units are more often used. They are more compact, weigh less. The corresponding modifications provide the following possibilities:
- dC power connections;
- smooth speed control.
To supply current to the rotor part, graphite rods with spring pushers are used. These parts must be replaced periodically. The power of electric motors of the collector type is from 340 to 780 W at a rotational speed of the working shaft in the range of 11400-15200 rpm.
The photo shows the power unit, which was first used by the engineers of the famous South Korean brand LG. It is often called inverter, since it is assumed that it is possible to smoothly adjust the speed (up to 2 thousand per minute) using an external control device. The power of such units exceeds 500 W, which allows it to be connected directly to the drum shaft without a special belt drive. The following parameters and features of the motor from the washing machine determine where this power unit can be used:
- power;
- working shaft rotation speed;
- sizes;
- power supply and control circuit.
Note! More attentive people pay attention to maintainability, reliability, resistance to external influences. They study the opinion of experts in specialized forums, the official guarantees of manufacturers.
What can be done from an old washing machine: examples of work with comments
The information below will help you implement different projects based on the appropriate powertrain. Here are the current homemade products from the motor from the washing machine, which proved to be good in practical tests. Some projects include step-by-step instructions with detailed explanations of the build process.
How to make a grinder or sharpener from a washing machine engine
| Illustration | Action Description |
 | First of all, we will determine which replaceable nozzles will be used in practice. The features of the processing processes are essential: the duration of the cycles, the hardness of the workpiece material, etc. |
 | In this version, the author uses 200 mm diameter grinding discs with an adhesive layer on the non-working side. He picked up an approximately corresponding size nozzle from the "grinder" (175 mm) with a threaded connection in the central part. |
 | To implement the plans, an old washing machine engine was found, which rotates the armature at a speed of up to 1500 rpm. In the photo, the arrow marks the starting relay fixed to the case. Power supply - from AC 220 V. |
 | A special attachment has been created on the lathe. It is attached to a 14mm shaft with a screw. A threaded rod is welded to the end face of the part, which corresponds to the connecting unit of the adapter. |
 | In practical tests, it became clear that the initial rotation did not match the direction of the thread. This means that when performing working operations, the nozzle will unscrew. The author did not use a special electrical circuit, but changed places of the housing covers together with the bearing. |
 | For reliable fastening of the power unit, a special frame is created from steel corners. Welded joints are cleaned. At the final stage, the product is sequentially coated with a metal primer and paint. |
 | A table (1) equipped with a rotating frame is connected to the bed using screws. A support rod (2) with height adjustment is installed in the center. It sets the exact angle required to work with workpieces. |
 | The assembly has confirmed the accuracy of the calculation and individual parts. To eliminate errors, you must prepare a set of drawings in advance. Compliance with engineering standards is optional. However, you need to carefully understand the features of each component of the structure, note the dimensions and landing dimensions. |
 | A practical test shows the good functionality of the new machine. Power is enough for processing duralumin blanks. An additional plus is the quiet operation of the washing machine engine. |
 | To collect and remove waste, a special box with a branch pipe for connecting a vacuum cleaner was made. It is installed in the lower part of the bed under the working area. |
Note! Using this algorithm, it is not difficult to create a high-quality grinding machine from a washing machine. To increase safety, personal protective equipment should be used during processing. Also useful is a transparent polymer shield that covers the work area.
Wood lathe
It is not too difficult to create a sharpener with your own hands from a washing machine. However, the following example demonstrates the relative ease of making more complex equipment.
Since an asynchronous motor from the Vyatka washing machine is used, a capacitor is installed in the power circuit. The anchor of this power unit rotates at a speed of 400/3000 rpm. To set the axle parallel to the frame parts, washers of the appropriate thickness were selected.
Lawn mower
Important nuances are noted in the picture:
- These rods (1) must have sufficient strength, since the movement of the equipment around the site is done manually.
- The engine switch from the washing machine is installed near the handle for the convenience of the user. For the connection, use a wire (2) with high-quality insulation. Provides good tightness of electrical components to avoid emergency situations in high humidity conditions.
- The belt drive (3) reduces the vibration level. Changing the size of the pulleys, select the optimal speed of rotation of the knives.
- Such nodes (4) are used to adjust the clearance, the height of the lawn mowing.
- Large wheels (5) are useful for overcoming obstacles on the ground.
Feed cutter
How to convert an old washing machine engine into a generator
However, special training is required to achieve this result. A recess is made at the end of the rotor. Permanent magnets are fixed in it. The upgraded part is installed in place. To store the received energy, a rectifier and a battery are used. These units are connected via a controller to optimize the charging process.
Concrete mixer
Here, two belt drives are complemented by a gearbox. The complex managed to create the necessary torque with a relatively small power of the electric drive.
A circular saw
What can be made from a washing machine drum: simple designs
In practice, not only the engine from the washing machine is useful. What can be made from a drum is described in the following sections of the publication.
Brazier from a drum from a washing machine: photos and useful tips
The stainless steel brazier looks great. It retains functional characteristics and impeccable appearance for a long time. It is easy to clean it from dirt. There are no sharp corners or other potentially dangerous parts. High temperature resistance will come in handy. Low weight means easy handling. The most suitable blank is a drum from a top-loading washing machine. It has special doors that close the firebox and regulate the air flow.
Will the smokehouse come out of the drum of the washing machine
For processing, meat, fish and other food products are placed for a long time in a closed container, where a high concentration of smoke is maintained. Low and high temperature technology is used. Good tightness comes in handy anyway.
All extra holes are welded. Install a pipe for supplying smoke. Inside, lattice shelves and hangers are mounted for placing products.
Decorative and functional crafts from the washing machine drum
These pictures show examples of products that can be created quickly and efficiently without detailed instructions:
How to create a feather removal machine from a washing machine with your own hands: using several pieces of old equipment
The photo shows what can be done from an activator-type automatic washing machine. After a significant rework, you will get a convenient device that will help automate the tedious process of processing poultry before selling (long-term storage). Such equipment is used to solve household and commercial problems.
A similar design is created from a washing machine. Rubber pins (beats) are inserted into the walls of the tank and the disk installed from below. When the bottom rotates, these elastic elements tear off the feathers from the carcass. To increase the efficiency of the process and remove debris, watering is used from the upper side of the container.
Homemade products from the engine from the washing machine: conclusions and additional information
In any case, even when working with a relatively simple structure, project documentation should be prepared. This will simplify the search for additional components and prevent assembly errors. Use the comments to post your ideas and get answers to additional questions. With the help of our online magazine, it is easy to draw the right conclusion about what to do with an old washing machine after the target application of the technique is completed.
The video demonstrates the principle of operation and features of the feathering machine:
A skilled owner has no such thing as trash. Any failed unit or equipment is at least a deferred benefit. Today the editors of the site will talk about how to use wisely some units of old washing machines. A lawn mower, a concrete mixer - this is an incomplete list of useful homemade products from the engine and drum from, which we will discuss in detail in this review. Step-by-step photo and video master classes with the easiest to implement, but useful ideas on how to make homemade products from a washing machine motor are waiting for you.
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Types of washing machine motors
How to make a grinder or sharpener from a washing machine engine
If you don't know where to use the motor from, make a grinder. This is one of the simplest "alterations" of the washing machine engine. The biggest problem in assembling a grinder is to ensure a good, stable attachment of the grinding stone to the motor shaft, most often a special flange is used.
Let's consider in detail all stages of work:
| Illustration | Action Description |
 | For work, we need an engine from a washing machine 180 V, 1400 rpm. An engine that is too powerful is not worth choosing. The first step is to insulate the wires. |
 | We mark the grinding wheel for the adapter. Moreover, to fasten the hub, it is necessary to use a washer and a nut with a thread directed in the direction opposite to the rotation of the shaft. Otherwise, it will spin up and the whetstone will fly off at the first start. |
 | We cut metal corners, they can be cut from 8 mm sheets. We fasten the motor to the frame using bolts. |
 | We carry out the assembly of all elements of the grinding disc and a test run. |
 | The next stage is painting and welding to the base |
 | At the end of the work, the surface is decorated with an abrasive material. The easiest way is to use double-sided tape for these purposes. By the same principle, you can make a sharpener from a washing machine with your own hands. |
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Ask a Question"If you need to change the direction of rotation of the rotor of a grinding machine from a washing machine, for asynchronous motors it is enough to switch the corresponding windings. If you do not have a starting coil, then when you push the stone in the right direction, the device will work on its own.
"Wood lathe
The hardest part about this DIY is to weld the correct frame for the base. The lathe must have a stable base. The frame can be made of corners and profiles, and other materials at hand. The most important thing is that the motor axis is parallel to the support structure.
The motor in such models is asynchronous, usually with two speeds, from 400 to 3000 rpm.
For more information on how you can use a motor from a washing machine and assemble a lathe with it, see this video:
Do-it-yourself feathering machine from a washing machine
Such a machine will easily do all the dirty work for you. She will perfectly cope with the time-consuming and physically difficult task of plucking chickens.
| Illustration | Action Description |
 | We take the shaft from the old washing machine, work on the thread. On emery we make neat cuts for the pulley. |
 | In our case, a top-loaded pulley is suitable. |
 | We cut the adapter from the old steering pin from the UAZ. The thread came up just right. |
 | For pressing, we use a centrifuge cap from an old semi-automatic washing machine "Siberia". |
 | To mount our motor, we assemble the frame. We paint, weld on the "ears". |
 | We put the pump on the sealant. |
 | Install the pulley on the reverse side. |
 | We check the belt drive of our unit. |
 | We connect the board with a tachometer. We connect the windings in series from the collector to the anchor. If you do not connect correctly, your motor will turn in the opposite direction. We fix the control unit under the tabletop. |
 | We attach it to a carcass loading bowl equipped with rubber pins. |
 | We put the bottom of the feathering machine on top and fix it with a cap on the screw. |
Such a machine will cope with plucking boiler chickens, as well as quails. About 120 rubber "fingers" with a diameter of 8 mm were used for the manufacture.
Lawn mower
It is another great way where you can use the engine from the washing machine and give it a second life. By analogy with any device, the most difficult thing here is to make a comfortable frame to which the motor could be stably screwed. The second most important task is to come up with a cover to protect the motor from dust and, and a person from cuts.
Sometimes a frame from a stroller or is taken as a basis. Next, a metal sheet is welded onto the frame. A casing is attached to the top of the platform, a special bumper is fitted in front and behind. It can be either plastic or rubber, or metal.
Knife options can be different - from rotary to cylindrical. 
Feed cutter
But for the manufacture of a feed cutter, not only the motor from the washing machine, but also the drum will be used. True, it is worth initially choosing. However, if you haven't found one, a regular drum will do.
Important! If you are using a tank from a top-loading washing machine, make sure that the blades do not touch the bottom and sides of the tank during operation!
How to convert an old washing machine engine into a generator
To make a homemade generator, you will have to seek help from a professional turner. After purchase, it will be necessary to carve grooves of a certain depth on the motor core.
To secure the magnetic "amplifiers", it is necessary to prepare in advance the tin templates, the dimensions of which must match the dimensions of the core and the width of the grooves. It is important to distribute the magnets on the core at the same distance. You can fix them with glue.