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KIAsked by Kim

Spinning problem

Lg direct drive washing machine 11yrs old. It spins then gets stuck and then spins again and makes a grinding noise then gets stuck and the drum shudders trying to spin this con...

Latest reply over 9 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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Indesit
ANAsked by anne

Indesit Washinge Machine Fault Causing Leaking

hi my indesit washing machine is leaking, the dispenser to drum hose rests on the corner inner flange and has worn a hole through it, even if I replace the hose it will recur. i...

Latest reply over 9 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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Hotpoint
LJAsked by Laura JJ

Hotpoint BHWD149

Just got this machine. So far I've just used wash setting no. 1 @ 40 degrees and the dryer is set not to come on. Twice now the dryer has come on automatically and the dryer lig...

Latest reply over 9 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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STAsked by Stephen67

WMF760p

Hi My hotpoint Aquarius Wmf760p washer seems to have developed some timer problems. When we put it on a fast wash the timer starts running down from 43 mins it counts down corre...

Latest reply over 9 years ago by Stephen67
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Beko
GAAsked by Gazz57

Beko WM74165W - Turns off once it fills with water

Hi I have a Beko WM74165W washing machine. It's about 18 months old so 6 months outside the warranty period. Its has been a great machine these past 18 months, definitely one I...

Latest reply over 9 years ago by Whitegoodshelp

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STAsked by Stevecjc

Hotpoint WMA0743

We are having issues with this machine leaving the clothes smelling musty or damp. We have also noticed that when using a wool wash the clothes don't seem to be wet when they co...

Latest reply over 9 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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Hotpoint
GEAsked by gelt

Hotpoint Bhwd129 Won't Drain

I have a Hotpoint bhwd129/uk/1 which won't drain, it fills, washes but when it comes to draining it attempts to drain for a second, then stops after a short while the lights beg...

Latest reply over 9 years ago by Egídio Bengala
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BEAsked by bezzy

wmfug942 F08

Hi, first post on this forum, Im after some advice.I have a Hotpoint WMFUG 942, its only 18 months old and I now have a Fault 08. I have contacted currys who I purchased the mac...

Latest reply over 9 years ago by bezzy
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TGAsked by Tony g

Stuck with 1 min remaining

Hi all I have a siemans iq300 washingle machine. If I use any other programme than the 15 min one .the machine just continues on its rise cycle .with 1 min showing .model number...

Latest reply over 9 years ago by Tony g
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Bosch
BVAsked by bverduijn

Bosch won't spin after replacing carbon brushes

I replaced the carbon brushes on my bosch washing machine yesterday, and now it won't spin. I think I may have broken off the small metal holding bit that the end of the brush s...

Latest reply over 9 years ago by Whitegoodshelp

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DAAsked by DannyO

How to soak cottons in washing machine?

Hi everyone We've just bought the above model washing machine, and I find the User Manual to be less than user friendly. We want to soak soiled cottons in the machine, but I can...

Latest reply over 9 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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BRAsked by Browl

toxic washer help!

Hello I have a strange problem that I don't understand and neither did my local washer repair guy. When a wash is on the washer fumigates the whole house with soapy salty toxic...

Latest reply over 9 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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Washing Machines
KWAsked by Ken Wolf

Ken

I have a Beko washing machine no WM5120W. My problem is it starts to spin then stops I did the test and all lights lit up second test ok spin test started then stopped I have ch...

Latest reply over 9 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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Washing Machines
FTAsked by FTaylor

Need a trusted new washing machine

Heya! I'm looking to buy a new washing machine and really don't know which one to get. I inherited my last one from a family member so didn't have much choice, so now that I do...

Latest reply over 9 years ago by andyr12345
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Washing Machines
Indesit
UMAsked by Umy786

Indesit PWE91472WUK Problem

Hi everyone Really hope someone can help me. I have an Indesit PWE91472WUK washing machine, it has served my very very well in the years I've had it. The first time I encountere...

Latest reply over 9 years ago by Whitegoodshelp

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KBAsked by kbs

WML520p UK Switch Mode Controller

Hi, My WML520p UK has the following controller; 09121500977700 The 5v(?) switch mode has died.The PWM current ctroller has blown its front off. THis is the small 8 pin dil IC pa...

Latest reply over 9 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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Electrolux
MAAsked by maraxion

Electrolux washer klanking noise, wondering cause before tossing/repairing.

Hi. So iv got an Electrolux 148420w washing machine. Its been a solid worker but suddenly I had issues. Filled it with a small load of clothes but I notised an clank from time t...

Latest reply over 9 years ago by maraxion
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Candy
RAAsked by Ramboacdc

Candy Gc1472D1 Code E03

Hi all. Hopefully someone sees this message one day. I keep getting this error on my machine. Not all the time but if I use it more than once a day I will definitely get it. I'v...

Latest reply over 9 years ago by DaneRoadBuzzBuzz
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Hotpoint
ZOAsked by zodiac

Hotpoint WMF760P AquariusPlus-Powering on after selecting "Off"

Hotpoint WMF760P AquariusPlus-Powering on after selecting "Off" The machine will complete its cycle-I then power the machine off with the button on the front panel. 2/3 mins lat...

Latest reply over 9 years ago by Whitegoodshelp
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Hotpoint
ANAsked by andyr12345

Drum Paddles / Lifters on Hotpoint/Indesit Drums

Hello Andy - have you any Idea why on the Hotpoint/Indesit Drums (8kg/9kg) the paddles dont span the whole length from the front of the drum to the rear of the drum? - its almos...

Latest reply over 9 years ago by Whitegoodshelp

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