Electrolux pcb

[samfan121]

My Electrolux EWX14450W integrated washer dryer died after 7 years. I went to put a load on and discovered there was no power, nothing happens when I press anything.

I checked the socket and fuse, no problem there. Called in a repair guy who checked the power supply to different bits of the machine and said the pcb is dead.

Cost for parts and repair £265!

But, still cheaper than a new machine.

Does this sound reasonable? And is it worth it or should I cut my losses. My problem is I can pay the repair, but a new machine would definitely be a struggle right now. But, what if this doesn’t even fix it, or something else breaks next?

Really need some wiser opinions.

[Martin]

Re: Electrolux pcb

samfan121 wrote:Does this sound reasonable? And is it worth it or should I cut my losses. My problem is I can pay the repair, but a new machine would definitely be a struggle right now. But, what if this doesn’t even fix it, or something else breaks next?

Does sound a costly choice for an old, potentially tired machine that’s pretty well reached its expected and average life.

As long as you have a written quote and not just a verbal ‘estimate’ you won’t need pay if it doesn’t fix. Consumer rights and all that.

Many pcb’s can be repaired and many failings of pcb’s are due to some other component ‘blowing’ the pcb’s. So overall a potential liability to fix and if it is successfully fixed what else will fail a wash or two afterwards? Lots to ponder. 🙁

[captaincaveman1]

Re: Electrolux pcb

This may seem strange but try disconnecting the dryer element at the top as a faulty element (usually has become damp through lack of use) can cause the pcb to appear to be dead in some case’s . It’s worth a try !!

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