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
Are economy & own-brand detergents any good?
Hi everyone, newbie here! I've always wondered, is there really any difference, apart from packaging/scents between Economy; home brand and well known brand detergents? I curren...
Washer Moves Too Much On Spin
We have recently purhcased a Bosch Exxcel WVT1260 washer dryer and it works fine other than a tendency to "wander" on the spin cycle. We have had it replaced but the repalcement...
New Machine - Noisy Pump
Found this website AFTER I bought my new machine whilst googling to find out why new machines are cold fill only... Anyway I plumbed in the new machine last Thursday. It's nice...
Washing machine with less depth?
Hi we need to replace a washer drier but have limited clearance regarding depth - I am already having to modify a side panel to gain 5 mm due to the machine being somwhat old an...
So Far So Good
Having purchased an AEG machine which lasted 6 years (not bad by today's standards but not good enough for the price I paid) and a Bosch which lasted 3 years 6 months (and had a...
Stacking Washers And Dryers
Do you have any advice about stacking a washer and dryer? Should one do it at all? What are the issues involved and what sort of stacking kit is best? I can't seem to get a stra...
Hoover Vision Washers
Hi there I have always been a huge fan of Hoover products, particulary their washers. This was likely passed down from my mum who has alway had Hoover. I had a Logic machine for...
Clothes With Holes And Damage
I have a Hotpoint Aquarius WMA56 which has occasionally caused holes in clothes, mainly t-shirts or other thin clothes. Recently, however, it's appetite has grown and it is eati...
Miele W360 Lights
I have recently aquired a s/h Miele W360 washer. It runs perfectly except when I open the door the back-light to the program knob goes out and comes back on after a couple of se...
Spare Parts For A John Lewis Machine
Hello, Thanks for this great website - Just what I was looking for! I'm considering buying a John Lewis washing machine following the positive comments about them on this site....
John Lewis Jlblwm 1401
First can I say what a great website! My Tricity Bendix BA450 has just died on me, so I need to replace it I emailed Tricity Bendix (which turned out to be Electrolux) to ask fo...
Is Miele W 3922 Wps quiet?
I am considering buying Miele W 3922 WPS over the other models below it primarily because it says it has a more silent motor. We have an open plan large kitchen and sitting area...
Washing Machine With Right Hand Door Opening
I need a new washer and my choice is between the W1714 and the W3240. However, like the previous poster, my washer location is in a purpose built cupboard in the right hand corn...
Washing Machine Disposal
Searched the forum but couldn't find anything, so here's my question. Our old hotpoint washing machine died after 14 years. We could have had it repaired for around £140 but dec...
Miele Aquastop
I am about to buy a washing machine for my new flat. I have been advised to buy a Miele - and after doing some research I have come across your site and other reviews all recomm...
Direct Enamel Front And Sides
What are direct enamel front and sides? What benefit do they offer?
Overflow
hi anybody got any ideas as to why every time my machine a(baumatic mega 6ss) goes onto rinse it sends my plumbing into overflow mode from the tank in the loft, having just move...
Is Hotpoint Aqualtis "super quiet"?
I was just looking for some opinions on the new Hotpoint Aqualtis range. I'm needing to get a new washing machine and really like the look of these and the fact that they are ad...
Just Bought One
I've just bought one, online. It's being delivered and installed on Monday. Has been chosen over and above a Bosch WFR2869 which I could have got for £449 inc. delivery but only...
Zanussi Or John Lewis Advice
Hi, Before I found this site I was all set to go out and buy a hotpoint washing machine, but now I've had second thoughts and am now looking at other brands. Originally I was go...