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FBAsked by Farook Bhatia

grey spots on washing

Hi got a brand new washing machine had same problem with the old machine keep getting grey spots on washing not all the time but some of the times

Latest reply about 7 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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Bosch
SAAsked by Sarahh

Bosch 1600 Express Belt spindle noise

Hi, I have just replaced very worn brushes on motor, when I refitted belt I have now a noise - when belt not on no noise - when I turn the spindle( that belt goes round) without...

Latest reply about 7 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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MRAsked by Miele W961 Filter Hose Run

Mr. Expat In Germany

Miele W961 Filter Empty Faucet from Hose Filter Keeps running after cleaning the filter, when filling the machine I cleaned the filter on my perfectly running (up to now) old Mi...

Latest reply about 7 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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PAAsked by PaviJohn

Do I need water filter for Automatic washing machine?

Do I need External filter to use it with my washing machine? The seller told me that you need filter before the water goes to the washing machine to protect the machine. I'm not...

Latest reply about 7 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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Indesit
BOAsked by bobg

Indesit IWB71250UK

My Wife did a wash last night and when she came down she found the machine with all the lights flashing, I checked the filter and found the pump had a plastic label in it and so...

Latest reply over 7 years ago by Whitegoodshelp

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AEG
HAAsked by hairgoneJohn

AEG 78160 error code E20

Hi I have an AEG 78160 that is used by a number of my tenants. It is showing error code E20 when I switch it on. I cannot find any debris or kinks in the tube and the drain moto...

Latest reply over 7 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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SFAsked by sam fenn

No outlet pipes for new washing machine

I've recently moved into a new flat and bought a washing machine. Come to install it, and there's nowhere for the outlet pipe to go. It's in a kitchen with a section of space fo...

Latest reply over 7 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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SAAsked by Sallybear

cost of running washing machines

I am doing some research for the cost of running a 9kg and 7kg washing machine. This is on behalf of a community in a residential home. The cost of one wash in the laundry room...

Latest reply over 7 years ago by Sallybear
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Bosch
ROAsked by robalexclark

Bosch washer fault code "no"

Hi, We have a bosch washer that is displaying fault code "no" or "NO" (?!) I've googled for this code, cant find it anywhere. Its currently stuck with a drum full of water so an...

Latest reply over 7 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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Hotpoint
JVAsked by Jvc600

Hotpoint Aqxgd169pm washing machine

Hi all. Probably a dumb question ... I have a hotpoint washing machine Its about 8 years old . Dont want to get rid of it however might be best option as more economical..... Mo...

Latest reply over 7 years ago by Whitegoodshelp

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KEAsked by Kelsey

Door won't open after the wash, loose handle

Please help! The wash has finished, the water is pretty much gone, but the door won’t open! The handle is on the outside and is a bit loose so defo think it’s the handle/mechani...

Latest reply over 7 years ago by Kelsey
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Miele
KAAsked by Kat

Miele washing machine element keeps breaking

Can any one help? We are currently on our 5th heating element in 3 months on our Miele aller wash washing machine. The element has been replaced 5 times the control board once (...

Latest reply over 7 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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Beko
CAAsked by Carl

BEKO WTG741M1W cycle not starting

Hi, my washing machine is only around 4 months and now when you select a wash cycle using the dial the “wash” light just flashes. Equally if you select rinse the “rinse” light j...

Latest reply over 7 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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Bosch
RIAsked by richard3226

Bosch Classixx 1000: Motor Suddenly not running

Hi. I've had my Classixx 1000 about 21 years. Yesterday it successfully washed, but today the motor is not working. Because I found some remnants of a paper facewipe in yesterda...

Latest reply over 7 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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RUAsked by Ruth

Ruth

The emergency drain hose has gone inside washing machine and I cannot get it out . I pushed it back after cleaning and end bung came off and pipe disappeared. It is a Samsung ec...

Latest reply over 7 years ago by Whitegoodshelp

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VFAsked by Vicky fenn

Conditioner drawer filling with water

Hi, i have a brand new washing machine (which has replaced a faulty one) after two loads of washing the fabric conditioner drawer is filling up with water! Can anyone suggest wh...

Latest reply over 7 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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Hotpoint
ROAsked by Roffers

Hotpoint WT960 leaking from the bottom

Hello, is there anyone that can identify what the problem is with my washing machine that has developed a small leak. I recently dyed some clothes and this forunately helped in...

Latest reply over 7 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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Hotpoint
PEAsked by Phil EVERSON

Hotpoint WT540 washer stopping mid-wash

Hi, I am hoping someone can give me some guidance. I have a Hotpoint WT540 washer, which is now stopping mid-wash, and displaying two flashing lights on the vertical indicator (...

Latest reply over 7 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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Hotpoint
MGAsked by Mark G

Replacing a motor on a 30 year old Hotpoint!

Hi Everyone, I have a VERY old Hotpoint washing machine - a Hotpoint 9545 Electronic 1200 DE LUXE which I've been told is about 30 years old! It's soldiered on relentlessly but...

Latest reply over 7 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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JUAsked by Jubliano

Mike

Hi my washing machine is making a weird noise when it gets to 1200 and 1000 spin cycle. It's a fairly old Swan brand and I was hoping to upload a video where ypu can clearly hea...

Latest reply over 7 years ago by Whitegoodshelp

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