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Led lights

My indesit 123s washer wont start. On/off button flashing Delay timer /stain removal on constant Anyone olz help :-)

JOJoeover 9 years ago
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Hotpoint

Hotpoint WMUD-962 making loud knocking noise - plz help!

Hi All, I have a Hotpoint washing machine WMUD 962 I've had it for about 5 years without any issues until yesterday. It now makes a loud knocking noise during spin cycle (800 rp...

BABarefoot_Wandererover 9 years ago
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Samsung

Samsung spider flange ID

Hi All I've got an older Samsung front loader (WF8802RSW/XSA), bought in 2010. The drum spider flange has corroded and broken so I'm trying to figure out it's part number so I c...

SOSoap McTavishover 9 years ago
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Washes but doesn't spin

I have a Bosch wff147s it washes the clothes and the drum spins when on wash cycle but doesn't move on the spin cycle is there any solution to the problem?

DAdavey6992over 9 years ago
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Samsung

Samsung SW65V5 won't fill with water. No filling noise.

Samsung SW65V5 suddenly stopped working. No change in supply water pressure. Checked filters and cleaned them. No clogs. When I start a program, the washing machine does nothing...

MAMay24over 9 years ago

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What is the plastic insert that fits in soap drawer for?

Hello The soap dispenser has a blue plastic insert that fits into the main compartment in the drawer. It appears to act as a gate where the water flows down. Does anyone know wh...

CLclive6354over 9 years ago
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Hotpoint

Hotpoint Washing Machine WMUD 9427 Not filling with water

Andy, Our Hotpoint WMUD 9427 washing machine recently gave a F05 fault code, after cleaning out the pump filter, pump and flushing through all the hoses I'm now seeing a problem...

BEBenover 9 years ago
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Washing machine starts and stops filling

Hi guys, I have been having a problem with my washing machine since the cold weather started to kick in. First off let me say that i have already looked through the common fault...

SJsjm29288over 9 years ago
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Miele

Miele W820 Start Problems on some Program Settings

HiFolks I have a Miele W820 Washing Machine that's approximately 17 years old and is now not starting it's cycle (ie does not commence filling) on some Program Settings, but is...

GAGavinover 9 years ago
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Beko

Beko wm7335w spring hole broken

Hi, I'm new to this forum. I replaced the door seal and changed the brushes on my washing machine and everything has been working fine again for the past 2 months. Then I start...

SHsheneryover 9 years ago

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Blockage

Hello, I've a Bosch varioperfect that's not draining. Checked the filter, removed couple hair clips and small zip but still showing e18 code, checked impeller and it's spinning...

RARaggitoover 9 years ago
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Best and Most durable washing machine

Hi This question is for washing machine engineers In specific. Which washing machine is best built with durability in mind. As I bought a hotpoint Wmd washing machine within 12...

MIMike22almost 10 years ago
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Hoover

Hoover DWTL610AIW3 serial number needed

Hi all.. Ive looked through the forum and it seems my problem is unique to me.. so please help.. I live in Spain, and have just bought a shop soiled Hoover DWTL610AIW3 washing m...

JAjanbastinalmost 10 years ago
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hoses How long should washing machine hoses be?

I have been remodelling my kitchen and have just had my old washing machine reconnected in it's new position by a plumber. I decided to try using the dryer for the first time in...

MAMagsalmost 10 years ago
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Beko

Beko wm5100w left drawer keeps filling

Hi Machine keeps pumping water through left draw as soon as u start programme even the spin/drain programme and still at the end of a cycle any help please

GMgmanalmost 10 years ago

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Bosch

Bosch Exxcel not drying

Hi, I've found this forum to be very helpful in my ongoing washer/dryer saga. I've read a number of threads and an article directly related to the problem and worked through the...

LALauryalmost 10 years ago
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How much detergent should I use?

Hi After recently noticing extra suds in my wash, I'm wondering if I'm dosing my detergent correctly. My detergent's dosage instructions give two measurements, based on soiling,...

NRNRHGLalmost 10 years ago
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LG

LG F1447TD5 Started walking + noise

I've had an LG direct drive washer for approx 5 years and it has been happy until now. Recently it has started trying to break free and is wandering about round the kitchen. The...

MRMr Teaalmost 10 years ago
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Miele

Miele W929 leaking - drain hose

Hello and thanks for adding me to this forum. This is my first post. I have an elderly but beloved Miele W929WPS machine. I've serviced it a few times over the years but its bee...

DRDr Shiva Yashalmost 10 years ago
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Double Quilt

after reading all the previous comments I wish I had just put my quilt in the laundrette or bath but NO I putba king size quilt in a 6kg Candy washing machine yesterday and I st...

JOjonalmost 10 years ago

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