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Beko
CYAsked by Cyril

Factory reset not working

Beko WMB714422 start/stop/pause button is just flashing and holding it down for at least the prescribed time (3sec) or longer is not resetting as suggested. Also turning off at...

Latest reply over 1 year ago by Whitegoodshelp
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THAsked by theateist

Washing machine leaves stains on any clothes

I leave in a town house and there is a Maytag washing machine. The washing machine leaves stains on any clothes (see attached images). This is most noticeable on dark clothes su...

Latest reply over 1 year ago by Whitegoodshelp
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PIAsked by pickles

Programme and time

I have a Hotpoint BIWMHG91484 Integrated 9kg 1400 Spin Washing Machine. It can only take 4.5kg on the Mixed programme. I was using Mixed everyday for ages as it only takes 1 hr...

Latest reply over 1 year ago by Whitegoodshelp
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Bosch
PHAsked by phil21

WAU28T51GB/01 won't drain

Hello I was just wondering if there are any other issues that would stop a bosch washing machine to not drain. I keep getting an error code of E36/10. I have cleaned out the fil...

Latest reply over 1 year ago by phil21
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Miele
JAAsked by jan1970

Tension springs on Miele W2243

I have a Miele W2243 and have replaced the tension springs and shock absorbers. the 2 springs at the back are in the same slot, but on the front the left one is in the top slot...

Latest reply over 1 year ago by Whitegoodshelp

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MOAsked by Morty

HWB 49AMBCR/1-80 - Changing Programme all the time..

I have a Hoover HWB 49AMBCR/1-80 the Wifi model and was happy with it However now it seems to have a mind of its own.. when I select Fitness via the dial it goes to it and then...

Latest reply over 1 year ago by Morty
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Indesit
SHAsked by shiney

Remove drum paddle of indesit washer

I'm having trouble finding the release clasp of the drum paddle of an indesit iwdc6125. Any ideas of which hole it's under or if it's a different method for this type?

Latest reply over 1 year ago by Whitegoodshelp
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Beko
MAAsked by Macca4848

Beko - Shaking too much?

In my quest to get a “silent” wash I’ve replaced 2 of 3 dampers on my Beko (I couldn’t reach the 3rd due to the concrete casing being in the way). The side to side shaking seems...

Latest reply over 1 year ago by Whitegoodshelp
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SIAsked by sin33

Washes but won't drain or spin

Hi I own a Candy gvs148d3/1-80 for around 6 years. It washes, but won't drain and spin. I get the error code E09. It tripped the single switch on the mains. I've checked the dra...

Latest reply over 1 year ago by Whitegoodshelp
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Bosch
JOAsked by jongar

Bosch WFO2866 Drum rubbing on door seal, bearings OK, drum OK

Have searched FAQs and topics, but found no reference to this problem. Old seal distinctly worn. Slight grey rubber deposits on drum rim If seal removed, drum rotates smoothly....

Latest reply over 1 year ago by Whitegoodshelp

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Samsung
DJAsked by djstar

Samsung auto dosing washing machine not dispensing softner

I have a Samsung WW10T534DAN/S1 purchased new, 2 1/2 years ago. It has stopped dispensing softner, but dispenses detergent fine. The washing machine was in storage for a year an...

Latest reply almost 2 years ago by AndreiBacău
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Bosch
ROAsked by RobSullUK

Bosch serie 8 bearings

Hi all, I have a Bosch serie 8 machine and I'm fairly sure the bearings are starting to go (noisy spin, slight resistance at points when rotating drum by hand). I bought it refu...

Latest reply almost 2 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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ARAsked by art120

Drum rocks back and forth during rinse cycle

Hi there, we bought a Samsung WW90T554DAW 2.5 months ago. The washing machine machine had been fine with no noise or movement until about 1.5-2 weeks ago. It looks like the drum...

Latest reply almost 2 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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John Lewis
RIAsked by RichardJolly

Unidentified parts found in John Lewis JLWM1204 filter

15mm fibre ring or washer and 17mm flanged and ribbed white silicone plug or ring (see photo attached) found in filter of John Lewis JLWM1204, product no.914530560/00. I don't r...

Latest reply almost 2 years ago by RichardJolly
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Logik
JJAsked by jjne

Clicking noise on Midea (Logik) washer

I have a Logik L714WM23 washer. It has developed a weird issue - when the wash starts it is silent, but part way into the cycle it starts clicking, only when the drum is spinnin...

Latest reply almost 2 years ago by jjne

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DJAsked by Dan J

'Best' mid-priced washing machine brand 2025

Hi. First time poster (though frequent previous reader/enjoyer) and I hope I am in the right forum for what follows. It's probably one for you @Whitegoodshelp (Andy) with your e...

Latest reply almost 2 years ago by Dan J
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Beko
BRAsked by brookerg69

Beko with inverter motor clicks when washing with water

Hello. So Ive acquired a beko wtl104121w 10kg which is a couple years old. I understand its an inverter motor so no carbon brushes. When it washes with water in, when the motor...

Latest reply almost 2 years ago by brookerg69
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DAAsked by Daves8888

Ticking sound when drum rotates clockwise

I have a brand new Beko WER860541W. We’ve had it for a week. Today it’s developed a ticking sound when the drum turns clockwise that i can only describe as similar to a ticking...

Latest reply almost 2 years ago by brookerg69
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Hisense
HAAsked by Harambe

HISENSE 5S Series Auto Dosing WF5S1245BW bangs loudly on high spin

Hi, bought the above branded washing machine end of August, up until last month it seemed absolutely fine, my wife washed some heavy onsies and towels one day and from then on t...

Latest reply almost 2 years ago by Harambe
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Beko
JAAsked by Jay

Beko wdix8543100 Not drying clothes

Hi there, I have the Beko wdix8543100 washer/dry that isn't drying clothes. I can hear the fan running when in drying mode however there is no heat generated whatsoever. I have...

Latest reply almost 2 years ago by Whitegoodshelp

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