indesit iwdd7143 f13 thermostat test?

[pod495]

Hi,
We’re getting F 13 on our iwdd7143 washer dryer.

Various internets say it’s likley the thermostat (thermistor?)

What results should i expect with a multimeter please? (Before i start dismantling the machine or buying a new part).

Cheers

[electrofix]

Re: indesit iwdd7143 f13 thermostat test?

according to the machines manual F13 is as follows

NTC dryer sensor open / short circuiting. this is the electronic thermostat mounted in the dryer section at the top of the machine. it could be a loose connection, broken wire or component failure (expected resistance 20,000 ohms at 20 degrees C)

Fan Motor jammed.

Condenser or blower clogged

Dave

[pod495]

Re: indesit iwdd7143 f13 thermostat test?

Thanks.

Now dismantled (1 of the torx was particularly awkward but i got there)

I’m reading 19.87 ish on the 20k setting on my meter which suggests the thermostat is ok, right?

Can’t see any worn wires.

There is a lot of lint on the fan so I’ll give that a clean.

[electrofix]

Re: indesit iwdd7143 f13 thermostat test?

the condenser feeds into the fan chamber. look down with a torch see if you can see a build up of fluff there too

dave

[pod495]

Re: indesit iwdd7143 f13 thermostat test?

Thanks.

I thought if solved it. It seemed to run alright for a while after cleaning the fan.

But now fully rebuilt and it’s done an f13 again and now an f15 too! And makes a whiny noise that sounds like the fan.

I’ll try to have another word with it when i get time.

Can the fan/motor be tested while dismantled do you think?

And is there a proper way in to clean the condenser area?

[electrofix]

Re: indesit iwdd7143 f13 thermostat test?

any way you can. old wire coat hanger can be useful. loop on one end ( protect your eyes) and a right angled hook on the other to pull lumps out

Dave

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