Beko - WMI71641 - Detergent Housing
Hi, hope someone can help. I’m trying to replace the detergent housing on my Beko WMI71641. I ordered the part that Beko themselves have directed me to, but when the part arrived it was clear there is a hole in the side of the unit. Please see photograph where I have circled the hole.
Does anyone know what this hole is for and whether I’d be able to install this unit without any issues? I’m worried that water could escape from the hole.
Many thanks
Dan
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Beko WMI71641 replacement detergent housing had side hole but fitted without leaking
- The problem
- The replacement detergent housing supplied for a Beko WMI71641 had an unexpected hole in the side, causing concern that water might escape once fitted.
- Likely cause
- The hole appears to be a design feature of the replacement housing, possibly for venting steam. This was suggested in the discussion but not independently verified.
- What fixed it
- The replacement detergent housing was installed and tested. Multiple test runs showed no leaks, so the part was usable despite the hole.
- Checks to try
- Model number WMI71641 was checked against a spares listing
- Replacement housing was visually compared and the side hole noted
- The fitted part was tested a few times after installation
- No leaks were present during testing
- Parts or tools mentioned
- Replacement detergent housing
2 Answers
Hi. I presume you have contacted Beko and are awaiting their reply? It looks very strange and quite a large hole. I just entered your model number on an appliance spares site, and it doesn't seem to have the hole. The only thing I could imagine a hole could be for is to allow steam to vent out, but this appears crude to say the least. It isn't the shape that would allow a hose to connect to either, so it does appear to be designed to just be a hole in the side. Presumably water will not leak out of this hole and the extended piece at the bottom may be to allow water to splash into but go back into the dispenser. Water going down the soap dispenser drawer should just run straight down the back of it into a hose. If it says that it fits your model then hopefully it is correct, but obviously if you fit it I would keep a close eye on it while testing first.
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I went ahead and installed the part. Tested a few times and no leaks present. I think you’re right in that it must be a steam vent.
Thank you very much Andy!
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