Washing Machine Repair Forum
Front and top loaders that won't spin, drain, fill or finish a cycle — plus error codes, bearings and pumps.
Recent Questions
Black Mould On Door Seal
We had an engineer to fix the dish washer and whilst he was here asked him about the washing machine door seal which is coated with black slime/mold. He said the only choice was...
Jlwm1202 Washing Machine
Hi Guys and Gals I got my new machine yesterday (JL1202) after reading good things about it on this site. So far I'm impressed. Anyway, I have a couple of questions about the ma...
Extra wash cycle programmes
A while ago I posted that I was having problems with my 11 year old MieleW980 washing machine. While waiting for the lovely man from Miele who sorted everything outfor me I deci...
Which is best, liquid detergent or washing powder?
Which do you prefer washing liquid or washing powder and which brands?
Do I Need Calgon?
Hello, newbie here, only found this website today. I have in the last month bought a new washing machine hotpoint wt960p and I live in a hard water area Hull I was wondering abo...
Aeg L86810 disappointingly noisy
After much deliberation, I took delivery of the AEG L86810. Its fine on washing, but when it reaches spin any good things I say about it go right out the window! This beast is N...
Original Or New Improved Miele Design?
Miele have two designs of machine. One I call the "New Improved". The second "Original". What design do you prefer? For me I don't think I can never tire of the Original design...
Miele Aftersales - As Good As It Gets
Hi! I want to tell you all about the brilliant aftersales service I recently had on my new Miele Washer Dryer. I have had it about 8 weeks and when it was drying it would make a...
Should I Buy Top Loading Machine?
I am looking to buy a top loading Whirlpool washer as I want the large capicity but I've noticed that the spin speed is only 450-650 - will this be sufficient for cottons- towel...
Repair Or Replace?
Here's a dilemma I bet will sound familiar - do I repair or replace a faulty machine? The faulty item was a mistake from the day I bought it. The requirement was simple: a washi...
Problem With Jl 1202
Hello, I recently bought the John Lewis 1202 after reading lots of good feedback about it. It was delivered this Tuesday, and once it was plumbed in I ran the recommended wash w...
Just bought new JL washer
Hi, I wish to annouce the arrival of my JLWM 1202 on the 23rd January, 2006 a truly gorgeous addition to our family. She arrived as expected on time and has behaved impreccably...
Buying Advice For Aeg Machine
Hi there, Great site, have found it very useful! I am currently looking at an AEG L86810, which comes with a free 5yr parts and labour warranty from AEG. I have managed to get t...
Washing Machine Failed After 5 And Half Years. Manufacturer Says
Wonder if you can help. My washer failed recently (6 months the wrong side of a 5 yr warranty!). It is manufactured by a company that purports to sell 'high quality' machines th...
Purchased Miele W3240
Many thanks for all the useful information posted on this site that helped us to make up our minds in the purchase of a new machine. We decided on the Miele W3240 complete with...
Differing Spin Speeds Across Models?
I find it strange why on lower models, the maximum spin speeds on certain programs are lower than on higher models, *even though the lower models can accomodate that spin speed*...
Connecting To Hot Water Instead Of Cold
My washing machine has only cold water inlet. What if I connect hot water to this cold water inlet? I mean it anyway heats the cold water to (usually) 40C. Wouldn't it be better...
Should Washing Come Out Cold Or Hot?
Our washing machine is about 6 years old now (only a Candy), and I just want to know if it's normal for clothes to come out of the machine ice cold or if it's heater has gone! I...
Miele Appliances
Miele Appliances are the best I’ve ever used, im only 22yrs old and already own 5 Miele appliances (Washing Machine, Condenser Dryer, Dishwasher, Fridge, Vacuum cleaner) they al...
Miele Prem 520 Washing Machine
Hi all, I'm thinking about buying the Miele Prem 520. I like the look of this and my budget can just about stretch to the 499.95 price tag. Miele seem to be a good quality manuf...