bosch varioperfect WAQ243D1GB/01

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Bosch WAQ243D1GB/01 door hinge replacement query

The problem

The washing machine door hinge was broken, and the owner could not see normal steel screws holding the door together because the door appeared to be secured with plastic fasteners instead.

Likely cause

Broken door hinge. The discussion also indicates the door is assembled with plastic fasteners rather than conventional screws, which made access to the hinge unclear.

What fixed it

The accepted advice was to check whether the hinge was available separately or only as part of a complete door. The owner then reported drilling the top of the plastic 'donut' fasteners, without going through to the inner frame, which allowed the door to come apart. A new hinge was ordered for £8. The thread does not confirm the final fitting or that the repair was completed successfully.

Checks to try

• Checked whether the hinge could be bought separately or only with a complete door
• Drilled the top of the plastic fasteners to separate the door without drilling through to the inner frame

Parts or tools mentioned

• New hinge
• Drill