Replacing Drum bearings on IZ16

[mepone]

I’m looking to replace the Drum bearings on my Zanussi IZ16 but am new to repairing washing machines so was looking to get some help/tips from anyone who might have done this job before. Thanks

[Phidom]

Re: Replacing Drum bearings on IZ16

As always, unplug first :zap:
Release door seal from front of cabinet
Remove lid and rear half of cabinet
Remove motor, drum pulley and rear counterweight
Disconnect all hoses from tub
Insert a 13mm ring spanner or socket over the pointed ends of the shock absorber upper retaining pins and pull on the hex ends of the pins to release the shock absorbers
With a flat blade screwdriver prise up the hook of each top suspension spring and insert a length of wire round the hook. Now use the wires to lift the springs out of the cabinet crossmember and lower the tub down onto the base of the machine
Dismantle the tub
Temporarily refit the drum pulley bolt and tap with a mallet or drift to knock the drum shaft out of the bearings
With drum removed drift out the old bearings and press/drift in the new ones
Check the bronze bush and steel drum shaft for damage, if in any doubt, renew the drum support spider
Either renew the tub joint seal or put a bead of silicone sealer round it before assembling the tub

[mepone]

Re: Replacing Drum bearings on IZ16

Cheers for that Phidom, not as easy as I hoped it might be, maybe have to call in the professionals. I’m in Burghead near Elgin do you know any good people about this area???

[Phidom]

Re: Replacing Drum bearings on IZ16

Good people? I could do it for you, I’m good 😆 Give me a ring on 01542 850215.

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