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Hotpoint

Hotpoint Wd440 component identification

One of the plugs has become disconnected from the PCB and not sure where to plug it back in, can anyone tell me what the component is in the picture to help me work it out. thanks

MAmaccasover 9 years ago
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Washing Machines

Quick Wash on Washing Machines - Load Capacity

When the manufactures put a quick wash feature on a washing machine why can you not load the drum to the full capacity of the machine? So , my particular washing machine is an 8...

ANandyr12345over 9 years ago
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Trying to decipher washing machine model numbers

Just trying to decipher Hotpoint Washing washing machine numbers Our washing Machine is a WMUD843P. So, OK I predict the WM=Washing machine, the U=Ultima(which is what it is) bu...

ANandyr12345over 9 years ago
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Can you buy a washing machine without a welded drum?

Hi I can't find a machine which does not have a welded drum unit.

STStrikealimeyover 9 years ago
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Bosch

Bosch Classixx 6 (2005)

I have a Bosch Classixx 6 1200 spin washing machine. It keeps showing a Fault F16. I looked up this fault and it says keep door closed or linen stuck. I replaced the door lock m...

COCon 401970over 9 years ago

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Dyson CR02

Hi, I am new to this forum and was wondering if anyone has any information on our trusty Dyson CR02. I have looked after this machine for quite a few years after Dyson stated th...

DAdave59over 9 years ago
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Bosch

Bosch Exxcel 1400 (WFO285SGB/01) not going through program

I have a Bosch Exxcel 1400 (WFO285SGB/01) that is currently not functioning. There is power getting to the machine and different times come up when I cycle through the different...

AJaj81over 9 years ago
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Hotpoint

Hotpoint WM . Conditioner is not taken

Hello . Hotpoint Washing machine which has 2 way inlet cold water valve and a dispenser with 3 compartments (wash , prewash and conditioner) . Fault : conditioner not filled wit...

TItirasoftover 9 years ago
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Electrolux

electrolux ewt1067 EF0

Hi, I have an electrolux ewt1067, and in the middle of a cycle it stated to display EF0 where is usually shows the time remaining. It didn't stop the cycle though, and seems to...

ELElectro1984over 9 years ago
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Washing Machines

part of rigid plastic seal found in washing

I unloaded the washing machine this morning (Bosch ClassiXX 1200 express.....about 10 years old) to find a piece of rigid plastic in the washing and all the washing covered in f...

ELelaine32over 9 years ago

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hec1050s

i left a coin in a pocket now when it does final spin it sounds like it is loose in the drum but after it stops its not in the drum, not in the water filter, not in door insulat...

MCMCFCover 9 years ago
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Washing Machines

WIDXL126S

My machine won't run. It starts off OK, adds a little bit of water and after about 10 seconds it stops and flashes 4 lights, lock, delay timer, easy iron and 1200-600. I've chec...

JAJA12over 9 years ago
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Miele

miele Miele novotronic w 807

I have a Miele novotronic W807 (20 years without problem) yesterday started to make me this: Starts washing, draws water, it starts the main wash which takes too long (almost do...

DEdes18over 9 years ago
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Washing Machines

Washer not heating water

I am connected to a cold water supply and the washing machine doesn't heat the wash up. Can anyone help please?

BABarrieover 9 years ago
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Hoover

Hoover WDYN 8154D - LCD Display/Circuit board issue?

Hi there I've hunted high and low for any possible solution to this issue, including the FAQ here, but no joy. The washer dryer is working absolutely fine in itself, but when yo...

JOJonLawover 9 years ago

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Whirpool AWZ 412 trips, sparks, then 'dies'

I have a Whirpool AWZ 412 front-loading washer which 3 days ago has tripped the switch board (I wasn't there when this 1st happened). I came from work, found the wet clothing we...

RUruncyclexcskiover 9 years ago
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LG

LG F1280TD6

The handle on my LG washing machine snapped. I ordered and new handle and attempted to replace it myself. i didn't take a photo of how to put it back together and now the spring...

LELeeover 9 years ago
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Washing Machines
Indesit

Indesit IWDC6143 Machine Not Turning on

Hi! I've read through the guide pinned at the top and posts from some other people who seem to be having similar problems, but so far no luck. We had a very unnerving experience...

ALalotofbubblesover 9 years ago
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Washing Machines

All horizontal lights flashing

Hello Guys This machine is Hotpoint Aquarius WDL540P All horizontal lights are flashing. In attempting to solve it I have checked the pump/filter for blockage, twice. The machin...

SASatkerover 9 years ago
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Bosch

Bosch - Bra's getting caught in seal after repair

Hi, i have a Bosch washing machine WAQ283S1GB purchased in December. In Feb we had an issue with the concrete weight that had broken. Bosch repaired it. 2 washes after repair a...

KAKarenover 9 years ago

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