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Bosch
CBAsked by Chris B

Bosch varioperfect clothes soaking wet

Based in UK... Bosch Varioperfect washing machines clothes are dripping wet after cycle is complete... spin fuction has to be used to get them dry / damp... even then the time r...

Latest reply almost 3 years ago by Chris B
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Beko
NOAsked by nouman

Ratchet sounds

I have bought a new beko washer dryer and its making weird ratchet sound. There is no sound when rotated manually and even on drying mode. I have tried uploading the video also...

Latest reply almost 3 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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AEG
ROAsked by Roscoe

AEG - Damp smell after 3 month

Hi Folks. Our x3 month old AEG washing machine has an unfortunate damp smell coming from inside the drum. I think it might be my fault, having found Whitegoodshelp(Andy)'s link...

Latest reply almost 3 years ago by andyr12345
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CHAsked by Chrish72

Intermittent leaking

Hi. For some time now, our beko washing machine has had an intermittent leak that is impossible to locate. The machine appears to leak from underneath, unsure as to the point in...

Latest reply almost 3 years ago by MelS
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ANAsked by andyr12345

washing machine door locks

I wonder what the rating is for these newer door locks that are on washing machines these days (am talking about the door locks that unlock immediately after the cycle has finis...

Latest reply almost 3 years ago by MelS

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Hoover
DAAsked by Dannyandnipper

hoover VTS714 D21 wont spin

Hey guys So this machine has me puzzled. it works completely fine on a cold wash! All functions (wash soon drain etc) work okay on a cold wash. Only when trying to do a warm was...

Latest reply almost 3 years ago by Dannyandnipper
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Maytag
RBAsked by Robert Boettcher

Detergent to use with Maytag Top loading washing machine.

We have been using Kirkland Ultra Clean from Costco as it is HE compatible. (High Efficiency) does anyone know of a suitable alternative, reasonably prices detergent that is eit...

Latest reply almost 3 years ago by MelS
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Samsung
ZYAsked by zYx

Samsung ecobubble keeps blowing the heating element.

We have a model: WW90K5413UX - 5 years old. 4 months ago the heater stopped working so I replaced it. It stopped working again recently. Replaced it again today. 5 minutes later...

Latest reply about 3 years ago by andyr12345
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Hotpoint
STAsked by Steve999

Hotpoint WD21 "Starter Edition" question

Hi, My (ancient) washer/dryer won't properly go into spin mode - it just does the general "tumble" action when it is supposed to be spinning. Clothes thus come out sopping wet....

Latest reply about 3 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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AEG
BAAsked by Bazfletch3

AEG (Electrolux) Lavamat L50600 pausing mid cycle

Hi all I have a 16 year old AEG (its also badged Electrolux) L50600 Lavamat Washer which has behaved perfectly for us through constant use. A couple of years ago I changed the c...

Latest reply about 3 years ago by Whitegoodshelp

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NAAsked by nathfoley

Vent mould

Hi everyone, We have had an issue with our washing machine smelling when on a dry cycle, wash has been ok, although a little bit smelly. Got round to removing the seal today to...

Latest reply about 3 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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Hoover
IAAsked by IanCHC

Hoover Vision VHD 9143 ZD

Shut door, pressed start - staccato injections of water then none. Fiddled, shook - more water. But in general, door security light just flashes and nothing - I hear interlock e...

Latest reply about 3 years ago by MelS
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Beko
ALAsked by alecjames

BEKO WDX8543130W not drying

Hi I have a number of questions about this, every little bit helps Its not drying, the condenser water valve isn't operating. When its running a drying cycle there are no volts...

Latest reply about 3 years ago by MelS
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ATAsked by Atay

Bosh Serie 6, not draining

Hello, I am looking for help with Bosh Serie 6 from 2018. It doesn't drain even after cleaning of the filter and tubes. I also replaced the pump, but all pumps the old and new b...

Latest reply about 3 years ago by Atay
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Candy
ANAsked by antwanuk2012

candy rapido e20 (draining fault but washer drains fine)

hi guys as per the title i have a candy Rapido (wifi) that's just started randomly gave an e20 fault. after the usual google search i was directed to a drainage issue. i attache...

Latest reply about 3 years ago by Whitegoodshelp

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Beko
BEAsked by Bekokid

Beko WMC126W- motor problem

Motor/Engine will not drive the drum. Removed belt, motor attempts to move approx 5 mins of a clock face in each direction then a burst of speed and free runs to a stop. Removed...

Latest reply about 3 years ago by MelS
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RCAsked by rcwilkinson

How Much Laundry Should I Put In On A Synthetic Wash Load?

Hello I've just bought a new washer dryer, and it has a max capacity load of 6kg. However, for synthetics it says 2.5kg. I was wondering, I am likely to cause damage to the mach...

Latest reply about 3 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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STAsked by StevePlayford

Drum noise when turned by hand

Hi, my washing machine started making a loud noise while spinning this morning, in fact it wouldn't spin until it only had a half load. I've taken it out and disconnected the be...

Latest reply about 3 years ago by StevePlayford
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Beko
NIAsked by Niccolo

Beko WDR7543121 WasherDryer - Clothes come out wet after drying.

Hello and I hope you can help. This machine has worked well for a couple of years. WDR7543121 After a combined wash and dry cycle the clothes came out clean but soaking wet, rea...

Latest reply about 3 years ago by Alex Milsom
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Samsung
DEAsked by DerekH

Samsung Ecobuble Washing Machine stops mid cycle

Hoping I can find someone far more knowledgable than I am here! I've been asked by my sister to look at her pride and joy Samsung WW80j5555FX washing machine as it's started to...

Latest reply about 3 years ago by andyr12345

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