Door seal spring loop replacement trick

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  • June 6, 2009 at 5:34 am #46240
    spookymoo
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    I need to replace the door seal on our Indesit WIXL143. I guess its similar to many machines – What is the trick to easily fit the spring loop around the seal?- have tried several ways without success (yet)

    Thanks

    Rob

    June 6, 2009 at 10:31 am #288665
    bzz67
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    Re: Door seal spring loop replacement trick

    4 hands are better than two, remove the door for easier access if needed. two people using one hand to hold spring in place and the other to stretch it working from top to bottom. this is the easy way, if your on your own your going to struggle. a block of wood cut to size to wedge from corner of cabinet to hold spring in place whilst you work around may also work. lots of swearing, sweat and aching hands, good luck.

    June 6, 2009 at 7:07 pm #288666
    spookymoo
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    Re: Door seal spring loop replacement trick

    Thanks bzz67

    Took the top off and the missus kept it in place through the top while I fed the spring down and around-only took 5 mins.

    Treating her indoors to a curry tonight-it’s a great day even though it’s raining!

    Cheers

    Rob

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