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ELAsked by elisa33333

Siphon problem or has the machine been moved too much?

Model Candy aquamatic tempo approx 2018. I recently moved into an old apartment where the bathroom renovation is scheduled to be in 2024 and ever since I moved, making the washi...

Latest reply about 3 years ago by elisa33333
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Zanussi
RCAsked by Richard C

2006 Zanussi fill level too low

Hi, great forum but couldn't find an answer to my problem. When I put on a wash it fills for 30 seconds, then the wash starts. But it doesn't fill any more. I seem to remember i...

Latest reply about 3 years ago by MelS
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LG
ROAsked by Roscoe

LG Washing machine - Drum grinding

Wondering if I can get some assistance. Washing machine is getting louder with every use, and I've not been able to find the answer in the Washing Machine repair help section I'...

Latest reply about 3 years ago by Roscoe
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Bosch
MOAsked by Morray

Bosch Series 8 weird noises

Hi My washing machine started making these weird noises when running a cycle, and it is also doesn't wring very well Please see the attached video for the noise. Thanks! WhatsAp...

Latest reply about 3 years ago by Morray
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Bosch
JWAsked by JWAS

Bosch Logixx 9 Varioperfect washing machine sometimes stops during a programme

Bosch Logixx 9 Varioperfect washing machine sometimes stops during a programme with nothing on the display and no lights on the buttons. Pressing a button has no effect but usua...

Latest reply about 3 years ago by JWAS

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Electrolux
PAAsked by PapaG

Loud noise from Electrolux washing machine

Hi all, I've got a loud noise coming from my washing machine which seems to only happen with around 15 minutes remaining on the cycle. It's not weight related as it also happens...

Latest reply about 3 years ago by chris01
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Bosch
TSAsked by Tsono

Bosch WAT28370GB/13 leaking at the sump connection.

So i noticed a leak coming from under the washing machine and isolated the leak to the sump hose connection area. We removed the sump hose,it was clean, with no blockages or obv...

Latest reply about 3 years ago by Danjones28
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JUAsked by Judith

My washing machine front panel is out of alignment

I washed a single sleeping bag recently and the machine started leaking. I have washed this several times as I use it to sit on the lawn. I notice that the front panel is not in...

Latest reply about 3 years ago by Judith
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Miele
DAAsked by DavidinNorway

Sparks from Miele W1 WKC130

Hi, The washing machine has visible sparks (and hot metal smell) during spin cycle, appearing to come from the bottom front of the drum. The inner drum is not concentric with th...

Latest reply about 3 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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TRAsked by tristan

Slime from clothes on inner drum

Hi Every time i wash my bed sheets the film of oil etc from the sheets sticks all over the washing machines inner drum leaving a stickiness same goes for towels as well. I have...

Latest reply about 3 years ago by Whitegoodshelp

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John Lewis
NIAsked by Nick2

John Lewis drain filter inaccessible

Hi, I'm wondering if anyone can help with a John Lewis washing machine JLBIWM1403 that is not draining. I have looked at common faults/troubleshooting etc and am unable to proce...

Latest reply over 3 years ago by MelS
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JOAsked by Jonathan

My washing machine has stopped spinning properly

Hello all, My Samsung model WD13J7 has stopped spinning properly. I have replaced the four shock absorbers (1 was completely shot, 3 seemed not too bad) but it still keeps stopp...

Latest reply over 3 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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Hotpoint
MAAsked by madman12

Hotpoint Washing Machine spins but rubs

Hotpoint Washing Machine WMFUG742G spins however it rubs at two particular points. Does this both while running on cycle or when turned by hand. Machine seems level however have...

Latest reply over 3 years ago by madman12
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Indesit
BBAsked by B Burke

New indesit washing machine not taking fabric conditioner.

Hi, not sure if I'm just being thick. Purchased a new indesit washing machine a few days ago, I've tried a number of different wash cycles but the machine never takes the fabric...

Latest reply over 3 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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JAAsked by James Aitken

What are the differences between 'Pre-Wash Cotton' and 'COTTON ECO 60°' on a Montpelier MW600IP?

Hello, I wrote to the company asking this more than a fortnight ago and have not had a response. The manual says: Washing Temperature: both 60° Max Dry Laundry Amount: both 6kg...

Latest reply over 3 years ago by James Aitken

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Samsung
JAAsked by Jamie9393

Samsung EcoBubble (WW80J5555FX) - AC error and power issue

Wondering if any can help on the following: My Samsung washing machine flashed up with an "AC" error code yesterday - manual tells me "check communication between the main and s...

Latest reply over 3 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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Miele
SBAsked by sb98

Miele W853 bearings

Mielie Novatronic W853 - bearings fairly certain bearings have gone - any advice on how to do this/is it easy-difficult would be appreciated as I can not find any info on the in...

Latest reply over 3 years ago by machra
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THAsked by Thommo14

Excessive soap suds and foam when washing

Hi all New user here. Would really appreciate some advice on issues I'm having with my Hotpoint washing machine. Firstly, it usually washes fine and without issue. However, when...

Latest reply over 3 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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Hoover
GRAsked by Granty64

Hoover VT 814D21-80 not working

Hi all, I'm having an issue with a Hoover VT 814D21-80. The machine has stopped working, there is nothing showing on the display and none of the lights light up. It beeps as you...

Latest reply over 3 years ago by Granty64
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Beko
ALAsked by alphabettispaghetti

Scratching noise top right of drum Beko WDIR7543101

Hi there, My Beko Washer Dryer WDIR7543101 has started making a scratching noise when I turn the drum round by hand. The sound is coming from the top right hand side of the drum...

Latest reply over 3 years ago by Whitegoodshelp

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