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SJAsked by sjn

Washing Machine Leakage

Water starts leaking from my IFB washing machine once I switch it ON. Not even a sigle drop of water goes to the drum instead the water leaks somewhere from the machine and the...

Latest reply about 12 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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UUAsked by uumode

Miele blocked by limescale after 4 years

This is a continuation of this thread (that topic is now locked) http://www.washerhel.../300-limescale/ Having had my new Miele from about Feb 2007, it got blocked by limescale...

Latest reply about 12 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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Hoover
JOAsked by jonmint

Wmh 168 D Hoover Washing Machine ! Problem After Problem !

Hi guys bought a hoover wmh 168 d from appliance universe online. Had problems with it from day one ! Would not stop in one place no matter how i tried to level it, even used th...

Latest reply about 12 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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Creda
CFAsked by cfcgold

Creda W220Vw Keeps Turning Off After A Few Seconds.

I have a Creda w220vw washing machine. When I start a programme (any one on the dial) it will run for a few seconds and then all lights go out and stops. If I turn the dial to o...

Latest reply about 12 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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AKAsked by Akusho

Gorenje W8424 Whining Noise

Hello! I have a few weeks old Gorenje that started making a rather loud whining noise. It seems to be less loud when the machine is spinning fast. I've filmed a little video: Al...

Latest reply about 12 years ago by Whitegoodshelp

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Hotpoint
KRAsked by kristal17

Hotpoint Aquarius Wma37 Drum Won't Turn

Hello kind people, My problem with the above machine is that the drum wont turn during a wash/cycle/spin etc. The machine makes all the usual gurgle noises as if all is normal,...

Latest reply about 12 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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Beko
ELAsked by eldersteve

Beko Door Seal Is Always Very Dirty Near To Drain Hole

Hello, I am new to this forum but would like to know if any one can make sense of my issue. I have had a beko washing machine for a little over 2 years. During that time, the ma...

Latest reply about 12 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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Hoover
ANAsked by andrewtjb

Hoover Nextra Hnl7166 Belt

Hi I’ve been having a problem with my washing machine where the belt keeps slipping off after a few washes. I bought this machine from one of those recycle places back last year...

Latest reply about 12 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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Hotpoint
RMAsked by rmiddlemass

Hotpoint Aqualtis Aq9D692U Loose Green Wire

Hi there I'm hoping someone can help me here. My machine stopped operating and I could not open the door. I unplugged the electric supply, opened the lid to see if I could see a...

Latest reply about 12 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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NEAsked by NewVsOld

Buying A New Washer But Concerned With Trend To Low Water usage

Hi, I'm buying a new washing machine but I'm concerned about the increasingly smaller water quantities they use, and the effect this has on wash and rinse ability. Would anyone...

Latest reply about 12 years ago by Whitegoodshelp

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CRAsked by Crumpled

How much can I reduce detergent in soft water area to prevent foaming?

I live in a soft water area, very soft I think. The recommended dose of say 95ml of powder (non bio) results in the new machine over foaming. I can get a wash down to 2.5ml or 5...

Latest reply about 12 years ago by JetSystem
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Beko
JAAsked by jack1492

Beko Wme7247S Programs Stuck

I have a problem with a beko7247s. the top 3 programs work ie intensive,cotten & synthetics, all the rest just show a flashing fabric softner icon. any ideas how to clear this???

Latest reply about 12 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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Hoover
JAAsked by Jackson

Hoover Vhd Sensor Dry

My Hoover washing machine is making an awful rumble noise whilst spinning and there is up and down play in the drum. I'm assuming bearings and possibly shaft. I have a 5 year gu...

Latest reply about 12 years ago by Jackson
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Ignis
STAsked by stharani

Ignis Ig 95 La

Hi, Could someone please help me understanding these options on my washing machine Ignis IG 95 LA. I am not able to find the user guide/ manual on internet.. I don't see any opt...

Latest reply about 12 years ago by JetSystem
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HOAsked by hollan467

Pump Filter Won't Unscrew - Not Just Tight Or Stuck

Please see attached picture. About a year ago I had it replaced and now it has become blocked, probably by normal things like coins and shirt fasteners. Problem is as you may be...

Latest reply about 12 years ago by Whitegoodshelp

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Hotpoint
KEAsked by kennta

Hotpoint Ariston Programme Wheel Fail

Hi I have a 4 year old Hotpoint Ariston ARFX 145. Now I can't seem to change the program with the programme wheel. The machine works as good as new except for the wheel. Just on...

Latest reply about 12 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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Beko
CHAsked by chrishesketh

Beko 510W Leak

Washing machine as above. It's started to leak from under the machine but strangely enough only on a mini 30 wash. All other wash cycles dont cause the machine to leak. It seems...

Latest reply about 12 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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Hoover
VMAsked by VMKDF

Hoover Oph614-80 Motor Brushes

Hi, thanks for letting me join your forum. My question is my Hoover oph614-80 motor is not working and I think it is the brushes in the motor. I have hunted on the internet but...

Latest reply about 12 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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Siemens
RIAsked by rizwana

Siemens Front Load Washing Machine Ot Starting

My Siemens washing which I had bought less than a year before is giving starting trouble. no error is displayed on the LEd display. After laoding the laundry and detergent etc....

Latest reply about 12 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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JIAsked by jimmytheman

Stinky Clothes And Towels...please Help!

Hello All, I have an LG Top load HE washer I bought from BEST BUY about 2 years ago. I have recently noticed after washing my towels and clothes they have a funky oder. I can re...

Latest reply about 12 years ago by jimmytheman

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