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Old Vendôme top loading washing machine

Hello all. I have an older Vendôme washing machine, top loader. I did something stupid and started a cycle with the interior doors still open. Since then the on/off button won't...

USuseless_69over 3 years ago
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Bosch

Bosch WAT28460GB/11 clanking noise

A clanking noise is produced when spinning the drum by hand and at the start of a wash cycle. There is also a noise, presumably from the same source, under the slapping of the w...

KEKevin27over 3 years ago
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Fabric softener drawer full of water

The fabric softener compartment is completely full of water after every wash. I have to take the drawer out to drain it after every wash, and it’s so full that water splashes ou...

N3N308over 3 years ago
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Beko

Noisy Beko washing machine?

Hello all, I'm new here. We bought a new washing machine last April and all has been well. There was a day before Christmas where I washeda couple of blankets. It didn't seem ov...

JMJMOSEFover 3 years ago
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Bosch

Bosch WFK2801GB/01- can I use an alternative motor or armature?

I have a Bosch WFK2801GB/01 machine circa 1996/7 and the bearings have gone on the motor (it's a 1400 max spin motor). Before I go down the motor replacement route (expensive or...

MAmarkyover 3 years ago

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Bearings failed after just 15 months

I bought a Zanussi washing machine. Well a year and a quarter later, that Zanussi's bearings decided that it was going to wear out, with a loud screeching noise heard during spi...

SMSmoothyover 3 years ago
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Indesit

Replacement for Indesit BWD71453

Need a replacement machine and this models no longer available. Similar Indesit models at the price point seems to have shortcomings - spin speed, programmes, cycle times etc et...

TRTrainlineover 3 years ago
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Indesit

Indesit BWD71453

Hi all Had this machine for just over 6 years and on last two cycles it’s thrown F02 and F01 and not spun. Suggests Circuit Board failure and Motor (tacho) issue?Called Indesit...

TRTrainlineover 3 years ago
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Samsung

Leak and mould smell with Samsung EcoBubble 9kg Washing Machine

My washing machine has been smelling for quite a while, we've tried the hot cleaning cycle, vinegar, bicarbonate of soda, but the smell of mould always returns despite not findi...

BRBrilliantover 3 years ago
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Clothes smell and I feel like I've tried everything

Hi. For the past few months, my clothes continue to have a foisty smell after washing. Before this happened, I'd hang my washing on the landing and my whole house would smell of...

CHchesterflapsover 3 years ago

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Hotpoint

Hotpoint WMFUG 742G UK

Morning all, So my hotpoint washing machine is coming up with the error message F06 after some research I think I have come to the conclusion this is a door lock issue. After ta...

STsteveMover 3 years ago
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Washing machine leaking

My hotpoint washing machine which is several years old, recently started leaking but only during the rinse cycle. The water appeared on the floor immediately below the detergent...

SHshedbuilderover 3 years ago
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Miele

Miele W5740 drum rubbing seal

Hi everyone, first post so please make allowances! We have a Miele W5740 washing machine which is now 13 years old. It's been fine until a few weeks ago when we heard a loud noi...

IAian33aover 3 years ago
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LG

Disappointed with our LG Turbowash™ FWV686STE

We got our new washer in June LG Turbowash™ FWV686STE and I must say I’ve been disappointed since. First of all despite perfect levelling and it vibrates like crazy on spin. I c...

ASAsparagusover 3 years ago
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Maytag

Maytag clicking noise during agitation.

The noise only happens with the agitation changes direction from counter clockwise to clockwise. IMG_0493.MOV

GOGonzoover 3 years ago

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Indesit

indesit iwdc6125 jiggles but won't spin

I've had this indesit iwdc6125 for about 5 years, so I accept that it is getting a bit old but I would rather not throw it out if there is a fix: Running a wash cycle on some to...

RARamsayTover 3 years ago
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Hotpoint

Hotpoint door won't lock

Hi my hotpoint door won't lock. I need something to stick the inner lock to the washing machine other wise it just falls out when I try to shut the door.

DAdave1981over 3 years ago
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Looking for recommendations for stackable washers & dryers to go in a cupboard.

First off, we will be running the dryer with the door open. Just want to head off the inevitable "you can't put s dryer in a closed cupboard" comments. We have a cupboard that i...

SPspeedfoxover 3 years ago
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Whirlpool

Whirlpool dreamspace washing machine door seal

Hi, I’m new to forums but wondered if anyone could provide assistance. I have had a genuine replacement door seal fixed to my whirlpool dreamspace washer, but not sure if fitted...

JAJacover 3 years ago
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Miele

Miele W1 PowerWash&TwinDos problem during drying

Hi all, Happy New Year. I captured a video of the problem with my Miele W1 PowerWash&TwinDos. This happens only during fast turning stage. More importantly, she the fire sparks...

DOdolevoover 3 years ago

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