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  • June 14, 2009 at 1:05 pm #46379
    Markr
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    Help, lately a one hour wash will run for up to two or even two and a half hours?
    The wash does complete the full cycle, but takes twice as long.
    Is there an easy fix – circuit board…!
    Or is it time say good bye?

    Any help would be appreciated.

    Thanks
    Markr

    June 14, 2009 at 1:55 pm #289155
    Higher-water-level
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    Re: Bocsh exxcel 1600 express

    Markr wrote:Help, lately a one hour wash will run for up to two or even two and a half hours?
    The wash does complete the full cycle, but takes twice as long.
    Is there an easy fix – circuit board…!
    Or is it time say good bye?

    Any help would be appreciated.

    Thanks
    Markr

    Hi Mark,

    Just a guess but I know a bit about Bosch machines, having one myself-a 15 year old one! 😀 Does the machine have a “wash plus” button or “intensive” button? If so has it been pressed by mistake? ❓ This option can double the length of cycle times.

    Hope this helps you,

    Oliver.

    June 14, 2009 at 2:34 pm #289156
    nomadPaul
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    Probable cause is a failure of the heater element . This will normally extend the wash cycle by approx 105mins which would match up with your timings. You will need to check the heater for resistance on a multimeter and should get a reading of approx 27 – 36 ohms . If its open circuit then thats the probable cause .

    POWER OFF IF INVESTIGATING

    June 14, 2009 at 10:43 pm #289157
    Markr
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    Re: Bocsh exxcel 1600 express

    Hi Oliver,

    Yes it does have a wash plus and rinse plus button but neither have ever been used.
    The indicator lights do not show, therefore I guess this is not the issue.

    Thanks
    Markr

    June 14, 2009 at 10:49 pm #289158
    Markr
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    Re: Bocsh exxcel 1600 express

    Hi Paul,
    I am inclined to think your suggestion maybe closer, having seen a similar suggestion in another topic.
    But a multimeter is not a part of my current arsenal. If I could get it tested any idea of costs for a replacement?
    Are we talking about a complete dismantle to access the part?

    Thanks
    Markr

    June 14, 2009 at 11:27 pm #289159
    Penguin45
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    Re: Bocsh exxcel 1600 express

    Five screws and slip the door seal – the front should come off. I am regularly getting burnt out connectors on recent Bosch washers.

    A basic test meter offering testing in ohms can be bought easily for under £10. Even you local DIY shed has them.

    No chance of a part number and price without the model number……

    Penguin45.

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