Washing Machine Repair Forum
Front and top loaders that won't spin, drain, fill or finish a cycle - plus error codes, bearings and pumps.
Washing machines are one of the hardest-working appliances in any UK home, so faults are common. The problems we see most often are a washing machine not spinning, not draining, not filling with water, leaking, not heating the water, making a loud banging noise on spin, or a door that won't open and stays locked. Many also throw up an error code that points straight to the fault.
Whatever brand you own - Bosch, Beko, Hotpoint, Samsung, Hoover, Whirlpool, Indesit, AEG and more - our community can help you work out what is wrong and whether it is a quick DIY fix or a job for an engineer. Browse the questions below or ask your own; answers come from fellow owners, real engineers, and our WhitegoodsHelp AI Assistant, so you are rarely waiting long.
Recent Questions
Hisense washing machine not working
Hi, our Hisense washing machine has been playing up for a few weeks. It started with the drum juddering as if it was getting stuck and machine a loud noise. I checked the belt a...
No water in the drum after EF3 fault
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Hisense washing machine 001 code
Hi. I have a new Hicence washing machine WF5S1245BB. Error 001 and Pacifica changed thr electronic front panel, the door latch and the motor but still won't start up. Water out...
LG F1222TD PCB
I have an LG F1222TD, main PCB, failure. Code should be 6871ER1081F due to being no longer available looking for a replacement. I believe that a board ending in Q or X should be...
Bosch series 6 washer / drier stuck on 0.00 time and will not respond to any button
My Bosch series 6 washer drier is stuck. It finished a 15 minute gentle dry programme but when it reached 0.00 it stopped and refused all requests to do anything else. I can’t o...
Rubber seal damage between inner and outer drum - usable while waiting for repair?
Hi, I've tried the troubleshooting guides for common problems, but haven't been able to work out the answer to this. I'm hoping someone here can help. I recently completed a was...
Miele WEG365 WCS: drain fault and pump cavitation after transport - looking for W1/PowerWash expertise
I’m looking for guidance from anyone familiar with the hydraulic layout of the Miele W1 PowerWash system. Machine Miele WEG365 WCS PWash, 9 kg Type: HW20-W Machine/product n...
Bosch WVG30461GB/01 won't lock and start
Hello, It is my first post here, and I hope I will find some help about this matter. I have this washing machine Bosch WVG30461GB, which started acting up a while back. So I'd c...
Water leaking from drain filter
I’ve cleaned out my drain filter and know there is water leaking when it’s filling up
Hoover Wsahing Machine NOT filling with ENOUGH water
On normal wash cycle (e.g. Rapid Care 44') the machine adds water three separate times. However, once complete the water inside the drum is not visible and does not cover ANY of...
Bosch washing machine only spins sometimes
My washing machine misses out the spin cycle sometimes but works other times
Water leaking from drawer of Meile washing machine
I have a Meile Premier Plus which must be 16 + years old but is still functioning ok apart from this one problem. Water leaks from the drawer only halfway through the filling u...
Samsung AddWash WW10T654DLH turn on but freeze (calibration interruption also)
Good morning everyone, I have this Samsung AddWash washing machine, model code WW10T654DLH, with an induction motor. Last week, when starting any program, after LOAD DETECTION,...
Disconnecting washing machine
I need to disconnect my washing machine because I'm moving. I have no idea where my stopcock is. My property was built in the 1970's, but a new boiler was put in approximately 1...
Power button not turning on washing machine
Washing machine has no power. I have power going to the main PCB. I have a new PCB, but before connecting, i noticed that the original PCB has a blown glass fuse. I cannot find...
Can this washer be repaired?
During the final spin smoke started pouring out of the drum. After emptying it the drum will barely move. There are some really tiny bits of white stuff - rubber? - on the cloth...
LG Washer displaying an tE error
Hi All, Greetings from Sri Lanka.!!! I'm a newbie for this forum joined here to seek your good advice. My Washing Machine "LG FC1408S3E" Initially, it displayed an error "tE" wh...
Hotpoint F7 E2 Fault
Washer starts fills then sits there doesn't spin and fault code F7 E2 appears. Stripped machine, tested motor windings all ok and balanced. Heater elements test ok. Motor is...
My Bosch washing machine is stuck on 33 minutes remaining
It won't go past 33 minutes remaining. This is a link to a spare part [link removed]
Bosch washing machine door lock accidentally triggered with the door open - how I reset it
I’m posting this in case someone runs into the same problem. On my Bosch washing machine, the door-lock mechanism was accidentally pushed into the locked position with a screwd...
Common washing machine problems
Why is my washing machine not spinning?
An unbalanced or too-large load, a blocked drain pump, or a worn carbon brush or motor fault can all stop the drum spinning. Many machines won't spin until they have drained, so a drainage problem can show up as a spin fault too. Post your model and exactly what the machine does and we'll help you narrow it down.
Why is my washing machine not draining?
A blocked filter, a kinked or blocked drain hose, or a faulty drain pump are the usual causes of water left in the drum. The pump filter behind the small flap at the bottom front is the first thing to check and clean. Tell us your brand and model and we can talk you through it.
Why won't my washing machine door open?
Most front-loaders keep the door locked until the drum has drained and stopped, and for a minute or two after a cycle ends. If it stays locked, there may be water still inside, a faulty door interlock, or a control board fault. Let us know the model and any error code showing.
Why is my washing machine leaking water?
Leaks usually come from the door seal, the detergent drawer, a split hose, or the pump. Where the water appears tells you a lot, so describe where you see it and when it happens. We'll help you trace the source before you call anyone out.
What do washing machine error codes mean?
Each brand uses its own codes - Bosch E-codes, Hotpoint F-codes, Samsung letter codes and so on - and each one points to a specific fault. Post the exact code and your model and we can tell you what it means and what to check first.