Ariston Margherita 2000 – I also have a problem!

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  • January 16, 2008 at 9:07 pm #112945
    HuntersBar
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    Re: Ariston Margherita 2000 – I also have a problem!

    Would you recommend the Beko WM5140S washing machine (£220)?

    January 16, 2008 at 9:59 pm #112946
    Penguin45
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    Re: Ariston Margherita 2000 – I also have a problem!

    Er…… you will get what you’re prepared to pay for!

    Penguin45.

    January 20, 2008 at 10:54 am #112947
    minitheminx
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    Re: Ariston Margherita 2000 – I also have a problem!

    I have a Margherita 2000 AWD12S Advantage. Its started the clicky thing and not turning the drum and making lots of noise trying to turn it. We have cleaned out the pump/filter (there was a 5p in it) but its still not turning the drum. Weve also checked and the belt is still on. Ive counted the flashes and its flashing 2 times. Any advice? Do I need a new pump?
    Thanks

    February 2, 2008 at 5:20 pm #112948
    CR
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    Ariston Margherita 2000 Washer Dryer
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    Trying to fix for a friend. Previously it delayed starting for no reason and later had to be switched off to stop spinning. Now no power and no functions, I’ve had a quick ‘poke’ around inside and found no obvious problems like loose / burnt wires etc (not sure were the fuse may be) except I found a broken rubber belt 5mm diameter in section and 180mm diameter overall at the back end of the machine at the bottom ❗

    Any advice would be great

    July 4, 2008 at 5:42 pm #112949
    Yog
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    Re: Ariston Margherita 2000 – I also have a problem!

    Been reading this thread with intwerest but I haven’t seen a reference to F5 (5 flashes of the LED). What is error code 5 and can I fix it? 😕

    July 4, 2008 at 5:51 pm #112950
    iadom
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    Re: Ariston Margherita 2000 – I also have a problem!

    Five flashes suggests the pressure switch is stuck on full. Is the machine draining away correctly?

    Jim.

    July 4, 2008 at 6:26 pm #112951
    Yog
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    Re: Ariston Margherita 2000 – I also have a problem!

    I guessed at that and cleared out the filter (had to take the pump off). Blocked with coins and crap. Put the machine on and it started working but a few minutes into a cycle, it’s now stopped again and is showing 11 flashes. Groan!

    Wonder if that’s my fault. To take the pump off I leaned the machine back against the unit but it slipped on the floor and landed flat on its back. Not over-hard, but not gently either!

    July 4, 2008 at 8:44 pm #112952
    Penguin45
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    Re: Ariston Margherita 2000 – I also have a problem!

    11 – pump out of circuit. The plug probably became dislodged in the crash……

    Penguin45.

    July 4, 2008 at 9:59 pm #112953
    Yog
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    Aha. You were right! Brilliant, cheers!

    July 4, 2008 at 11:24 pm #112954
    Penguin45
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    Re: Ariston Margherita 2000 – I also have a problem!

    Damn, we’re good sometimes 😀

    :p45:

    July 31, 2008 at 7:08 pm #112955
    Matt-h
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    Re: Ariston Margherita 2000 – I also have a problem!

    Hi

    after spending a couple of hours reading this thread and running up and down the stairs to the kitchen, i am too having real probs with my Ariston Margherita 2000 AWD 12.

    First it started with the clicking (and always ending on cycle 8 ) – Sorted that!

    i cleaned the filter and found 1p, took off the pump and found more pennies and checked for blockages.
    It looked promising but still will not start.

    I set a cycle, it flashes in the normal way, then it clicks(once) as its locked the door, then nothing.

    Just sits there with the light on……….any ideas?

    July 31, 2008 at 7:12 pm #112956
    Penguin45
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    Re: Ariston Margherita 2000 – I also have a problem!

    Check the carbon brushes in the drive motor. Good info HERE.

    Power off, first.

    Penguin45.

    July 31, 2008 at 7:29 pm #112957
    Matt-h
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    Re: Ariston Margherita 2000 – I also have a problem!

    Ok,

    Checked brushes and Commutater.

    The brushes seem fine, not fully extended out of the holder and nice and smooth, the comm however is very dark where the brushes touch – although there are no chips or raised edges on the comm.

    You think this is the problem?
    I have just gone brushless in my RC car for this very reason :rolls:

    July 31, 2008 at 11:56 pm #112958
    Penguin45
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    Re: Ariston Margherita 2000 – I also have a problem!

    If the brushes are down to a few mills, they’re finished. If you have one end surface shiney and one matt black, they’re finished. Bear in mind that these things start off about 30mm in length…..

    If the above don’t apply, check wiring for continuity from the motor to the board. If that doesn’t work, have a look at the board itself – burnt-out solder joints around the relays are not unknown.

    Power off if you are doing this yourself.

    Penguin45.

    August 23, 2008 at 10:25 am #112959
    derbybob
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    Re: Ariston Margherita 2000 – I also have a problem!

    Ive got similar problems with my beautiful margherita. I want to check the filter but I cant open the cover. It moves a little but seems to be jammed stuck – the way the things designed its very difficult to get good leverage on it as well.

    Any one got any ideas please?

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