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Can you identify this integrated washer dryer?
by Chris truelove- 1 follower
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Trying to find a user manual for this I think it may be indisit only number I can see is wd600
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Hi I'm planning to install a new kitchen within the next few months to include an integrated washing machine. Unfortunately my stand alone washing machine has just broken beyond repair. Should /can I purchase a new integrated machine without cupboard doors to use now and then get the doors added when the kitchen gets installed. Apologies if this is a naïve question but don't want to make an expensive mistake. Thanks
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White tee shirts
by Ric2013- 1 follower
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Fed up with having grey tee shirts, I bought new white ones and only washed them with themselves or with newer white tee shirts. Trouble is I do do gardening and construction work, so they probably do get sweaty and dusty. I have a cheap old Bush washing machine I was given and don't intend to replace until it breaks but it seems to work and wash quite well, as far as I can tell. I wouldn't say it's worse in wash perfomance than the old Miele that I managed to lose (long story). I have used Dr Beckmann Glowhite in the past, but it seems too expensive to use in every wash and did not seem to do anything obvious. Given the environmental issues associate…
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The site is obviously more focused on electrical issues and fires than overflowing and flooding, but I was hoping for some help. I'm replacing a 20-year-old Miele dishwasher with an aqua stop mechanism by a Whirlpool WFC 3C26 P (virtually new, a gift) that has no aqua stop device. Should I simply replace the intake hose by one with an aqua stop or similar device? (There's no feedback; it operates by closing when water flows in without meeting any resistance.) I contacted Whirlpool customer service in France and asked for suggestions; they sent me the commercial spec sheet but didn't answer the question. This is more of an issue in France, where incoming water pressu…
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Indesit WD12X died - Need to replace
by MarkGolf- 1 follower
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Hi All, I have an Indesit WD12X which is probably 10 years + old. It died the other day, loads of noise, banging around and now the drum wont turn by the machine and when I try to turn it by hand, it's very stiff, grindy and moves. Either way, With the cost of replacements and the age of this machine, I am happy to let it be taken away.. I am looking for a replacement washing machine, I am not interested in the dryer aspect, I was thinking about a Beko Liw714w15. https://www.currys.co.uk/gbuk/household-appliances/laundry/washing-machines/logik-liw714w15-integrated-washing-machine-white-10137982-pdt.html The one thing I have noticed is that m…
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AEG L74272TL1 quick programme times
by Caroline- 0 replies
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Hi, I am looking at buying a top loader 7kg AEG L74272TL1. It specifies a Quick Intensive programme but the user manual does not say how long it is. Also, it has Shortened Duration and Extra Quick options (one press or 2 on a button) but again does not say by how much it shortens the programme. Can anybody help me with this info? Thanks, Caroline
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my Bosh classixx 1200 express
by metalflower- 1 follower
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Hello, I've had my bosh classixx 1200 express washing machine since at least 2008, I bought from a charity for £5.00. But lately its making such a noise, rattling, for over 6 months now, if I hold onto it its a bit better but can be heard from far away and makes the flat shake. It still does a great wash however. Its not the leveling and when I move it its such a weight. I think its breaking, it sometimes has a slight leak at the front. I guess i've come here to hear what you think? My guess is I need to buy a new one, i have the money now but as ever would rather buy something else. Ive been holding off and didn't want to buy one but my money won't always be there. To me…
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Hey everyone, Some washing machines come with steam option, as do some dryers. Now if steam does just as good, if not better job at cleaning, compared to a traditional wash+detergent, could you wet your clothes, put them in the steam dryer, select the steam function and that would clean them?
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Miele WMB 125 WPS 1600 Performance - cannot adjust Soiling?
by martincho8002- 1 follower
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Hello. I have a Miele WMB 125 WPS 1600 Performance washing machine. There should be, according to the manual, a possibility to adjust 'Degree of Soiling' before starting a program using the sensor "buttons". The same two sensor buttons used to adjust the temperature of the program. These are not activated (do not light up) and pressing on them does nothing when I have selected e.g. Baumwolle (cotton). Is it possible that my washing machine needs another software/firmware to allow for these to be changed? On the case it is written "Eistellungen" meaning options. But I cannot get to them. Thanks in advance.
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Integrated washer dryer depth
by Jane R- 1 follower
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HI, I'm hoping someone can give me some advice please. I have a Magnet fitted kitchen, done in 2007, with an integrated Zanussi Washer Dryer ZJD 12191. The dryer part of it packed up about 7 years back, and now the washing machine is leaking. Rather than pay for a repair I'm considering buying a new washer dryer, but I have a problem with dimensions. The current machine is H 82cm; W 60 cm; D 54 cm. So the depth is pretty slim. The worktop depth itself is 60cm. I'm not sure whether the current appliance is slim because there is something behind it, or whether it was because I just happened to choose that model. I don't remember the designer telling me I had to ch…
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Which washing machines machines have hot-fill?
by Vectorox- 1 follower
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I live in a remote area with a private power supply Where we are not allowed to use anything electrical that heats water, or uses more than 1KW. My hot water is heated by an instantaneous gas water heater. I have been using a 20 year old Whirlpool machine with hot and cold inlet, but recently the drum spider broke on it and I am unable to get a replacement part as they are now obsolete. So I've been searching for a replacement machine with a hot and cold fill. I've found a couple in the UK but nothing in Ireland (IE) where I am. Is there a list anywhere of the models that have a hot and cold water inlet? Some sites list this under the spec's but you can't searc…
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Off-piste ideas for my next washing machine
by wobblewash- 1 follower
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I've been recently active on the repair forum, but running out of options. I'm annoyed both with the manufacturer of a machine that lasted ~3 years, but more angered by the industry's use of sealed tub that seems specifically to prevent repairs and ensure I need a new machine (whilst the same manufacturers have the audacity to shout loudly about their 'green' credentials!) I'm coming to terms with the fact I'll probably need a new machine, mainly governed by the amount of clean pants I currently have. Un-impressed at the options available to me I'm looking wider at some alternatives. My primary considerations is environmental impact of manufacture/shipping of th…
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Washing at 60 for holiday lets
by peter_964rs- 1 follower
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This may or may not be the wrong forum for this question but.... 1. I have been told by someone I know that runs a pub with letting rooms that she must wash all bedlinen for her rooms on a 60 degree cycle. I don't know if this is by law, or because her pub chain demands it, and can't ask her unfortunately. I can't find any HSE guidance on the matter and wondered if anyone here knew? I can only assume this is for control of bacteria. 2. I run a holiday let business and we're expanding with three new shepherd's huts this year. We have decided to do our own laundry as we can't find a reliable, quality linen service locally, which means investing in several w…
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Strange spots on clothes
by LucyToons- 1 follower
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Of 3 out of the last 4 washes I have noticed than an item of clothing has a strange round circle on it, I can't tell what it is or what it's from, but it the same size/shape on all 3 items of clothing I have found it on (2 tops and 1 underwear, not noticed it on anything else)
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Washing machine drum size
by Kris72- 1 follower
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I recently bought a Hoover Dynamic WDXOA485 8kg washer/dryer and I am somewhat concerned that the advertised 8kg drum size is inaccurate. I bought it as a replacement for my previous 8kg washer/dryer so I know how big an 8kg drum should look, yet the drum for this new machine looks significantly smaller, and can only take 8kg of washing if I literally cram the clothes in so tightly that the drum is jam packed meaning the clothes would not move at all during the wash, and I cannot fill it with more than 5kg if I am to ensure that the clothes have some movement during the wash. I also recently tried to dye a sofa cover weighing 3kg in the machine and that was a total disa…
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We got a new washer but they hesitated to install it because it looked like the whole inside was not screwed in. But then came out the next time and installed it, and it worked fine. But still the insides are not screwed in. Is this normal? We would like to know within our 30 day initial warranty time if we should have them come back out.
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Beko WMI 71641
by NMGIBBS1976- 1 reply
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Hi we have a Beko WMI 71641. It seems to be stuck on pause as the solid arrow on the display is flashing. We switched it off overnight hoping it would clear but when turning on this morning it's exactly the same. we have tried to cancel by holding the start button for 3 secs or more but nothing. We have tried resetting by holding the start button and switching on. This then shows an E08 code and then when letting go of the start button proceeds to the whole display lighting up. We have tried to go through test mode but nothing happens again! my husband checked the pump because of the E08 code but all seems ok. any help would be appreciated.
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Holes in my T-Shirts
by Dorothy- 1 follower
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I read many complaints about the holes in t-shirts. I have a brand new washer/dryer Whirlpool Cabrio. All of a sudden I am getting holes in my T-Shirts. I am a senior and have been washing for MANY years. I have NEVER had this happen. I felt inside my washer and dryer for sharp spots or something to cause this but to no prevail. I can't afford for $30. shirts to be destroyed.
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Hi, Today I received my brand new WD. Using to wash right now. Can anyone advise if it’s best to leave door open or closed after use to avoid having smell from it. Also anyone a good place to assist on how to use it. it’s a complicated booklet to figure out. Many thanks in advance you any assistance.
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washing machine everlasting washing machine
by andyr12345- 1 follower
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If a manufacturer brought out a washing machine with a lifetime (or 15year) warranty on all parts and labour charges (and if it could'nt be repaired a no quibble replacement of the appliance) .... but charged something like £1000 pounds for it would you buy one?
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Beko. Can I use with only cold water?
by Welshmum- 1 follower
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We have a Beko WM74135W. Our combi boiler is not working and we have no hot water at the moment. Can I still use the washing machine?
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Help
by Mackinnon1448- 3 replies
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Hi I have just gotten a new Indesit IWDC6125 was her dryer and the shortest cycle I can find is 2 hours without dryer. i can’t cope with each wash taking two hours can anyone recommend a quicker cycle don’t need to dry
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Hi all! my 4 month old washing machine has suddenly started leaving black marks (like attached) all over my white bed linen . after the first experience of this, I ran the machine on the hottest wash with nothing in it. Then I put some hotpoint cleaning detergent in and ran it on the 60 wash (as instructions recommend). I then washed some white clothes in the machine and no marks were left, nor were they left on my colour wash.. a week later and I have washed my other white bed linen and the same marks have been left! Called zanussi who suggested either a lighter load or heavier load to test it before sending an engineer out (as if they find nothing wrong I…
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How to do a pre-wash.
by Jimmy- 1 follower
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Hi, we've just purchased a bosch wiw28500gb washing machine and my wife has gone to use it for the first time but can't seem to select a pre-wash from the display panel. She has selected cottons and put the detergent into the two compartments but just can't find how to select it. The instruction booklet isn't that brilliant, it says something about pre-wash but in additional programmes paperwork but we've looked at that and there's nothing about it. Any idea's will be helpful, many thanks Jimmy
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Help
by Mackinnon1448- 1 follower
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Hi I have just gotten a new Indesit IWDC6125 was her dryer and the shortest cycle I can find is 2 hours without dryer. i can’t cope with each wash taking two hours can anyone recommend a quicker cycle don’t need to dry
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