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I bought a Whirlpool washing machine 5 years ago and paid £219.99 extra for an extended warranty. If I did not have a call out I qualified for the £219.99 Cashback. I was under the impression that the Powerhouse agreement had gone into liquidation but I have found out that the company is still trading. (The Scottish Power plan folded). It looks now that I will get my money back after all. I thought some people would be interested in the news.
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My 10yr old Zanussi FL1084 recently packed up (wouldnt drain). Fixed the problem which was 2 things (related). 1) Pump had died. 2) Pump outlet pipe very blocked with grey deposits (also on inlet side). Looking at this deposit it isnt greasy and I dont think its limescale (doesnt look like kettle limescale anyway). I am now thinking it is wash powder deposits (presumeably undissolved). Have been using persil non-bio tablets with Calgon tablets (v hard water area). Mainly 40 degree washes with some 60 washes. I am thinking is this because 2 tablets is too much for this 4.5lb capacity machine at low temps (not fully dissolving)? Would wash liquid / liquitabs help? Would …
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I need to move my washing machine into my garage where the floor is about 3 feet below and 12 feet away from the floor that contains the sink that I need to empty the machine into. Does any one have any idea whether a standard washing machine pump would cope with that or, if they won't, the best way to incorporate a secondary pump. ie in line or via a secondary tank that the machine could empty into?
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I wonder what you get for your money on the Beko WMA510S?
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Sadly my much beloved and much used machine has died and needs replacing.However its in a built in unit and i will need one the same size or smaller to fit in the gap. Anyone any idea how wide this machine is (yes i can use a tape measure but would prefer manufacturers spec as their new machines will be built to the same measurements) Thanyou
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Just ordered an BEKO - WME8227 8kg machine. Should you do a cleaning wash, before you start putting cloths in a new washing machine to remove any dirt/grease ect. I was thinking of running the longest and hottest cotton wash to check the heating element and basically check everything is working fine, but 2-3 hours is a long wash. Thanks John.
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Searched the forum but coldn;t find anything, so here's my question (bear with me!) Our old hotpoint washing machine died after 14 years. We could have had it repaired for around £140 but decided to get a new one instead, we ended up with a Miele Prem 520 which I'm pleased to see is quite well regarded However, the old machine is still in the corner of the kitchen - I've been meaning to take it to the tip but tonight Mrs NBT has mentioned that she thinks this may not be allowed. Now I know that there are rules on the disposal of fridges etc due to CFCs, but I'm not aware of any such issues with washing machines - expect maybe the weight of them, getting it in and out…
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Hi All, Our trusty Hotpoint 9537 (1992 model) has finally carked it and being acutely aware that most stuff in the sub-£500 bracket on sale today is cr*p, I'm looking for something better built (and hopefully more reliable) and am prepared to spend more in order to get that. This website is great and has helped enormously in my deliberations. So for outright quality/reliability, backed up by a 10 year warranty, go for Miele or ISE. Sorted! Er... no. My problem is that I live in Northern Ireland. Despite being (last time I looked) part of the UK, we are specifically excluded from Miele's 10 year warranty (possibly their 5 year one also?). I also dislike their restr…
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I only have £249 max to spend on a washer, I'm hoping to only spend £200 which really limits my choices but I can't afford any more. I also can't shop online (I use the local library and would never trust their security). are there any recommendations - which brand/model should I look at or avoid? thanks
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Iv'e got an old stylee non digital machine in an unheated shed, will the winter freeze damage the pumps, hoses ect ? It is always un coupled from the water supply anyway, it only runs on cold water.
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Hi, I'm looking at getting a new washing machine and think I've narrowed it down to two models. The Bosch WAQ28460GB Excell (7 kg, spin 1400rpm) - I already have a Bosch tumble dryer which I really like and find easy to use. or The Miele 5740 (also 7kg, 1400rpm) I do 2-3 loads of laundry per week on average. Is the Miele really so much better than the Bosch that I should pay nearly twice as much (which means I'd need to borrow some money from my dad) - the thought of potential prohibitively expensive repairs of the Miele really makes me wonder about this. Would be interested to get input from anyone who has one of these machines. Thanks!
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I've just bought our first house and the previous owner took the washing machine and tumble dryer with him. They were previously integrated appliances under a counter (and behind a cupboard) in the utility room. I can't see much selection for integrated appliances, so I'd rather go for free standing ones with the doors removed. However, the size available is W60xH88xD58 - which would be tight but could fit some 595mm width machines in it. Would I be ok with very little room around the washing machine and condenser dryer - i.e. very little ventilation? Another problem is that I can't actually see where I can plumb the machine in. It looks like there's a cold water feed…
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My partner and I just moved our washing machine up on a custom made shelf about a meter off the ground. Since then it became faulty and making funny sucking noises. Would you say we broke it while transporting or is it the height that causes the problem? Thanks
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Hi, I need to buy a new washing machine. I know Which guides are normally on point and so would like to know what the top rated machine is according to the consumers bible(!). Should I be looking at a particular brand perhaps or is Hotpoint as good as Bosch?
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I'm looking for a robust washer for a flat I'm renting out. They have them at Costco along with Whirlpools and seem to be the identical chassis. My only experience with a whirlpool was with a cheap condenser tryer which was very badly made. The prorthole was on a magenitc catch and kept self opening during the dry. The retailer softened up after a county court summons. Are the more expensive models any better? Cheers, A
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Any advice about choice of machine - AEG VS Bosch?
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Hi not sure if anyone can help. I have an LG washing machine which works off hot and cold fill, I've just moved house and it only has a hot fill outlet. I was told to connect this to the cold fill on my washing machine and blank off the hot which I've done but is this right? My clothes are hot when i take them out of the machine so am worried they're being washed in water that's too hot. Any help appreciated thank you
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Hi Have just bought a Bego WMB81442L Washer and can't find out how to set the Rinse Hold facility. Might be being stupid but I can see in the instruction manual how to turn the facility off but not set it at the start. If anyone out there has a Beko with this facility on it, I would be pleased to hear from you before I pull my hair out in frustration Kind regards
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Hi I've just bought a Beko with a 7kg load capacity but can it really take that much? I've weighed my load (sad I know) it was 5kg and can only just get it all in. Thanks
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Hii There, Does anyone know the purpose for the bowl shaped glass door design of high efficiency washing machines and what function they serve? They basically look like small tubs when removed. I'd really really like to know.
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Hi guys & gals, I urgently need to get a new Washer Dryer. My first question is: Is there a list of names/brands under their headquarter names ? Candy being part of Hotpoint etc. I don’t want anything to do with Hoover/Candy, so need to know which brands also have nothing to do with them. Second question is: (the most common one I guess) What seems to be the best thing at the moment ? I don’t want the cheapest,,,, I can’t afford the dearest. I need it to be able to handle small loads as well as large ones. Most of my regular washes are socks, pants & t-shirts – so I don’t need large load washing every time. Apart from that, I want it to wash clean (!?) …
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Wonder if they were drunk when they designed it. Bedding has to be washed at 60C minimum to kill all the nasty stuff.
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I have just moved into a new home, where the old type cold fill pipe is in situ, and due to the awkward distance, I would like to utilise the old pipe, and join to the modern fitting behind the washing machine. The fitting has a sort of water container that I assume is to help prevent leaks or something. Is there any way I can do this, what fittings would I need ? Photos aren't brilliant sorry. Thanks.
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I'm looking to buy a new machine as my old one is nearing the end of its life cycle. In terms of overall specs which of these two machines are the better? I like both machines but don't know which one is better. http://www.lg.com/uk/washing-machines/lg-F1480QDS-white-washing-machine or http://www.appliancesonline.co.uk/product/AQ113D697I-Hotpoint-Aqualtis-Washing-Machine-White-23985.aspx Thanks for any help!
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Hi, please help me know what this symbol means. Thank you. P.S.: Excuse me, I was unable to upload the image when I first posted.
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