Indesit Iwe81681
Hi wondering if anyone can help with this fault. The machine made a strange noise when it was plugged in,but not in use and now is totally dead. I have changed the fuse in the plug and still nothing.
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Indesit IWE81681 dead after strange noise from plug-in, suppressor suspected
- The problem
- The washing machine made a strange noise when plugged in while not in use, then became totally dead. Replacing the plug fuse made no difference.
- Likely cause
- The mains suppressor was the main suspected fault because, with the machine switched off, the discussion states the only powered items should be the mains cable, suppressor and on/off switch. The original poster then reported slight charring and melting on the suppressor, which supports that diagnosis.
- What fixed it
- Recommended action was to disconnect the appliance, remove the top cover and inspect the suppressor near where the mains cable enters the machine for burning, cracking or other damage. The original poster ordered a replacement suppressor, but the discussion does not confirm that fitting it restored operation. If that does not resolve the fault, further diagnosis should be carried out by a suitably qualified appliance engineer.
- Checks to try
- Changed the plug fuse
- Removed the top cover
- Inspected the suppressor near the mains cable entry
- Found slight charring and melting on the suppressor
- Parts or tools mentioned
- Plug fuse
- Suppressor
Safety: Do not touch suppressor terminals after disconnecting the appliance, as they may still retain a charge and give a shock for some time.
3 Answers
If it wasn't on at the time the only thing getting power should be the mains cable, suppressor and on off switch. I would suspect the suppressor. Disconnect the machine and take the top off to inspect the suppressor which should be close to where the mains cable comes in. See if it's burned, cracked or damaged but don't touch the terminals as they can still give a shock for some time after being disconnected - Can you still get a shock repairing an appliance if it’s turned off?
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Thanks for that. I took the top off yesterday but didn't see slight charring and melting of suppressor. I have ordered a new one and hope that will do the job.
I would rarely advise speculative ordering of parts. The suppressor is only the first suspect I would check. If it doesn't fix it you need to get an engineer.
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