Hotpoint first edition 800 WM51 washing machine

[nobodyspecial]

I have got 2 problems with the washing machine. The first problem is when you shut the door the machine does not start until you give the door a tap. And second sometimes while spinning out the clothes the washing machine jumps across the floor. I have been told it’s the door switch at fault and the shocks that holds the drum are at fault but they have not looked at the machine. As i don’t no if to buy a new machine or buy the parts if they are still available i thought i would ask on here first for advice.

[Penguin45]

Re: Hotpoint first edition 800 WM51 washing machine

Door lock is here:
http://www.ukwhitegoods.co.uk/modules.p … ucts_id=86

As far as the moving about is concerned, I would check the filter in the tub to pump hose first. If it can’t drain easily, the machine can shake very violently. If clear, pop the lid off and ensure that the drum is sitting squarely in the casing and not twisted. Try twisting the drum – you should feel some resistance. Push the drum down and check that it bounces back up. If it fails on any of these points, the suspension is shot and you will need to consider replacement.

Suspension kit is here:
http://www.ukwhitegoods.co.uk/modules.p … cts_id=545

Power off before touching anything, please.

Regards,
Penguin45.

[iadom]

Re: Hotpoint first edition 800 WM51 washing machine

Penguin45 wrote: Push the drum down and check that it bounces back up.

Or if it bounces up and down several times the suspension is shot.:wink:

[suedehead1]

Re: Hotpoint first edition 800 WM51 washing machine

definately the door lock is faulty, but it would be a good idea to take the lid off and see if the 2 top springs are still attached. to check the suspension the concrete weight on the top of the drum should be concentric with the cabinet, also if you push down on the concrete weight it should come back up when released.

plug out of course.

[Penguin45]

Re: Hotpoint first edition 800 WM51 washing machine

Errrrrr?
:p45:

[hotpnt]

Re: Hotpoint first edition 800 WM51 washing machine

😆

[suedehead1]

Re: Hotpoint first edition 800 WM51 washing machine

i had written the post earlier and didnt post it sorry if i have repeated earlier suggestions stil its always good to get a 2nd or 3rd opinion.

[nobodyspecial]

Re: Hotpoint first edition 800 WM51 washing machine

The suspension kit doesn’t state that it will fit a WM51 so is there a different one i need.

[iadom]

Re: Hotpoint first edition 800 WM51 washing machine

Will fit your machine perfectly. All WM machines have the same drum/chassis assembly.

Jim.

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