Bosch WFF 2001

[gegsy]

Re: Bosch WFF 2001

Hi
What I would do is with appliance un-plugged, check the fill valve solenoid resistences. They should individually read between 2-4 kohms.

Greg

[Penguin45]

Re: Bosch WFF 2001

If you have an electrical test meter, test the resistance of the cold water solenoid coils. Power off whilst doing so.

Penguin 45.

[gegsy]

Re: Bosch WFF 2001

:waving:

Greg

[Penguin45]

Re: Bosch WFF 2001

Snap!
:waving:

:p45:

[Penguin45]

Re: Bosch WFF 2001

It’s in the shop@ utility:
http://www.ukwhitegoods.co.uk/modules.p … cts_id=577

Penguin45.

[andrew-gibbs]

Re: Bosch WFF 2001

Thanks for the help again gents. I tested the resistance of the solenoid valves, hot: 3K, one cold 3K, other cold was open circuit. Bingo!

As a temporary ‘fix’ I have parallel-wired both cold outputs from the machine’s ‘brain’ to the one working valve. The machine now works perfectly, though no pre-wash facility is possible any more. I’ve run 3 washes through it; all have worked fine.

I’ll fit a new pair of cold solnoids, and in the meantime I now have a working machine, for which I am VERY grateful.

One final question: in addition to new cold solenoid valves, would it be wise as a precaution to change the water pump – or is it a reasonable plan to leave this component until such time as it fails? The machine’s had 7 yrs of moderate use. I suppose what I’m asking is ‘are these two the most common type of components to failm, and can I expect a reliable machine for some years afterwards if they are changed’?

Andrew Gibbs

[Penguin45]

Re: Bosch WFF 2001

It’s a good solid workhorse machine, and you appear to be able to realise that it’ll need a bit of TLC from time to time. If the pump makes a faint “burring” noise not unlike an electric drill on hammer action, replace it. In an earlier post, you mentioned noticable lateral play at the impellor – this is a sign that things are wearing. I’d also invest in a pair of carbon brushes for the drive motor – they’ll be needed soon.

Regards,
Penguin45.

[andrew-gibbs]

Re: Bosch WFF 2001

Hello Penguin (great name!)

Thanks for the reply. Nice to hear the WFF2001 is a good machine so it look like its worth investing a bit in it. Your help has been appreciated – thanks to all who advised me.

Andrew Gibbs

[Penguin45]

Re: Bosch WFF 2001

andrew-gibbs wrote:Penguin (great name!)

It’s the way I walk :rolls: ……….

To be serious for a moment, there are few machines constructed like yours, now. Stainless tank, cast iron rear cross piece = very robust. The current Bosch production machines have a polypropylene tank assembly, and while I am prepared to accept that it will be better made than most of this ilk, it really isn’t as tough.

Strangely enough, the last survivor of this style is Gorenje. Fairly new in the UK and rumour suggests that they too will adopt the plastic tank.

Regards,
Penguin45.

[andrew-gibbs]

Re: Bosch WFF 2001

Thanks for the reply, which convinces me that this fine machine ought to be kept in good condition. I don’t like the sound of a plastic parts that were once made from steel either.

Maybe this will become a classic………… I can see it now ………………..the year is 2036 and the advert reads:

1999 model Bosch WFF 2001. Rare opportunity to acquire this classic washing machine in fine condition, only 23,000 washes. Mostly operated by lady user, never run at maximum spin speed. New motor brushes fitted. New valves and pump fitted 2006 and 2019. All service receipts. 98,000 Euros

[donga]

Re: Bosch WFF 2001

Hello,
I’m reading this topic with great interest. It’s exactly the problem i am experiencing. Can you confirm the product i require to fix this is indeed the following ?

http://www.ukwhitegoods.co.uk/modules.p … cts_id=577

Do i need anything else ?

thanks

[clivejameson]

Re: Bosch WFF 2001

If you can confirm with a meter that one of the coils is open circuit then yes that’s the fella!

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