Washerhelp's sitemap: UK washing machines
This page contains a full list of all the washing machine information on Washerhelp in topic order.
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Washing Machine Spare Parts
Buy washing machine spare parts
- Washing machine spare parts (4Washerhelp spares database)
- Buy Hotpoint carbon brushes (from Washerhelp)
Washing machine parts explained
Genuine washing machine parts Advice
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Genuine washing machine spare parts (part 1) topics covered -
- Most people are unaware that the washing machine parts they buy could be inferior copies
- What is the difference between genuine parts and non-genuine parts?
- Are non-genuine washing machine parts rubbish then?
- Are non-genuine parts ever as good as the genuine part?
- Why do repairmen fit non-genuine parts and why do people sell them?
- Genuine washing machine spare parts (part 2)
Washing machine spare parts Pitfalls
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Spare part pitfalls advice (Avoid common washing machine spare part pitfalls) topics covered -
- Manufacturers often fit different versions of parts to exactly the same model
- Some manufacturers put a model number on the front of the machine which is no good for locating spare parts
- Can washerhelp send me a spare part?
- Can Washerhelp give me technical support and help me track down and fit a spare part?
Washing machine spare parts (suppliers)
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Washing machine spare parts suppliers section topics covered -
- What is the difference between spare parts suppliers and a normal retail shop?
- Is the model and serial number all I need?
- Are numbers on the actual part any use?
- How to find a spare part - what information you need from the washing machine
- Where to find the proper model number and serial number on a washing machine
go to washing machine spares index page
Washing Machine Consumer Advice
Buying and repairing washing machines - your rights
- I don't want my washing machine repaired - I want it exchanged
- More consumer advice - washing machine repairs (part 2)
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More consumer advice - washing machine repairs (part 3)
- My repair company only gives a 3 month guarantee on repairs. Is this reasonable / Challengeable?
- If I take time off work and an engineer doesn't turn up, can I claim compensation?
- My (under guarantee) washing machine repair company can't send an engineer until next Wednesday and it's Thursday - can they do this?
- The repair company say the washing machine fault is not covered under the guarantee and I have to pay
- More consumer advice - washing machine repairs (part 4)
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More consumer advice - washing machine repairs (part 5)
- If I buy a washing machine online, what are my rights?
- I bought a second hand washing machine from a trader, what are my rights?
- I bought a second hand washing machine in a private sale, what are my rights?
- I want to claim compensation from the repair company or the washing machine seller
- I've read all the consumer advice about washing machines, I'm thinking of taking them to court
- The company I bought my washing machine from has gone out of business, what are my rights?
* More… (go to consumer advice section)
Washing Machine Reviews
Special offers and discount codes on washing machines and other appliances (constantly updated)
Washing machine reviews index
- AEG Lavamat L76669 review
- Bosch WAA24160 washing machine review
- Candy CN120 washing machine review
- Dyson CR01 washing machine review
- Electrolux EWN 14991 W Time Manager washing machine review (NEW: Washerhelp recommended)
- Hoover H160E washing machine review
- Hotpoint WD64 washer dryer review
- Indesit W103 (UK) washing machine review
- Indesit WIL133 washing machine review
- Indesit Moon (This isn't standard review, it's an article on my blog)
- John Lewis JLWM1202 washing machine (Washerhelp recommended)
- LG WM14225FD washing machine review
- Miele washing machines - build quality review (Washerhelp recommended)
- Miele W864 washing machine review (Washerhelp recommended)
- Miele W 3740 washing machine review (Washerhelp recommended)
- Tricity Bendix AW1001 washing machine review
- Zanussi ZWF1010W washing machine review
- More washing machine reviews on Washerhelp's forum
- Special offers, sales and discounts on washing machines and other appliances (This link goes to the white goods special offers and sales section of my blog. This is where I regularly post details of special offers on washing machines, dishwashers, fridges & freezers and tumble dryers that I find or am notified about by companies
Buying a washing machine advice
- Are new washing machines made as well as they used to be?
- Are new washing machines only built to last 5 years?
- Do washing machines have built-in obsolescence?
- Washer-dryer, or separate washing machine and dryer - which is the best?
- If I buy a more expensive washing machine do I get a better one?
- Which are the most and the least reliable brands of washing machine?
- Which is the best washing machine to buy?
Buying a new washing machine related tips
- What do the new energy labels mean?
- Are all new washing machines the same size?
- Do all new washing machines use the same pipes and plumbing?
- Should I buy an extended warranty / guarantee?
- Should I buy a cold fill washing machine or hot and cold fill?
- How to install a washing machine
Buying a new washing machine related (new) topics
- Washing machine spin speeds : Are washing machine spin speeds a con?
- ECO energy labels and washing machines
Renting a new washing machine or white goods appliance
DIY washing machine repairs
Washing machine repairs
Hotpoint Carbon Brushes FAQ
- How do I know if I need to fit new carbon brushes?
- Which carbon brushes do I need?
- How do I replace the carbon brushes in my Hotpoint washing machine?
- Is it safe to repair my own washing machine?
- How can buy Hotpoint carbon brushes?
- Hotpoint carbon brushes diagnostics and fitting
DIY washing machine repairs advice *
Please pass on the information - but not as your own work
Water leaks, filling, draining and heating problems
- No water comes into the washing machine
- Washing machine fills with water overnight or when switched off
- Washing machine won't empty (or drain) water
- If you connect a washing machine in a new house and the washing machine won't drain..
- Not heating up the water
- Washing machine is overfilling
- Washing machine is leaking
- Washing machine constantly fills with water and goes down the drain
- more diy advice below ..
Washing problems and programme faults
- The program sticks mid-cycle
- Holes in clothes from washing machines (Ext link: my Blog)
- Laundry (washing) isn't coming out clean or has marks on it?
- Laundry comes out of washing machine badly creased
- Washing machine stops with an error code
- Washing machine stops with lights flashing
- Washing machine empties water and aborts programme just after starting, or mid-wash
- Program selector knob (dial) clicks round continuously
- Hotpoint washing machine shows tESt in display
Functioning faults
- Washing machine is fusing, or tripping the electrics
- Washing machine won't spin or drum won't go round
- Drive belt on washing machine won't stay on - keeps coming off
- Door is jammed and won't open
- Door broken (or) hinge broken
- Washing machine is dead and wont start
- Washing machine is noisy
- Electric shocks from the washing machine
- Washing machine smells or gives off bad odours
- Washing machine smells - causes of grease, slime & black mould in washing machine
Fabric conditioner
- Fabric conditioner doesn't get taken into washing machine
- Fabric conditioner gets taken out too soon
- Fabric conditioner / rinse aid compartment is always full of water
Other
* DISCLAIMER:
You must be competent to carry out repairs, and must accept responsibility for your own and other people's safety.
Washing Machine Usage
Usage tips and advice: Washing machine
- Am I overloading my washing machine?
- How do I avoid out of balanced loads in my washing machine?
- Laundry (washing) isn't coming out clean or has marks on it, is there a fault?
- Causes of grease, slime and black mould inside washing machine
- Is it safe to leave the washing machine on while I'm out or in bed?
- Should I turn off the water taps when the washing machine is not in use?
- Which is the best detergent - washing powder, liquid or tablets?
- Should I use Calgon or other anti limescale tablets?
- Should I put the detergent in the soap dispenser or straight in the drum?
- How do I remove stains from my washing / laundry?
Hard water and limescale in washing machines and plumbing
- What is hard water?
- How do I know if I have hard water?
- Is hard water bad for you?
- How does hard water and limescale affect washing machines?
- How does hard water and limescale affect plumbing and other appliances?
- Should I use Calgon anti limescale tablets or other such products?
- How can I deal with hard water and remove limescale? Should I use a water softener?
Washing machine instruction books and user manuals
Miscellaneous washing machine topics
- How to wire a plug properly
- Who owns who? (Who really makes your washing machine)
- Extension cables
- What do the energy labels for washing machines mean?
- Can I install a washing machine in a bathroom?
Product safety recalls on washing machines
