wma 33 problem & manual

[bangerman]

Hi, i know i haven’t posted before but most questions are already answered with the search button.

trying to sort out a Hotpoint wma 33, does not rinse the clothes properly, always leaves soap or conditoner in final spin. ( 3 out of 4 times )
Stripped machine many times and no blockages or dirt anywhere.

The machine seems to have hardly any water in it !
I have tried numerous solutions and the local hotpoint guys are muppets. ( wait till they need a favour, sorry boyz but credit where credit due )

Has anyone got any ideas and i would pay handsomely for a service manual ( i know they are rocking horse s** )
Many thanks in advance

ps keep the banter going, the forum is great.

[Penguin45]

Hi Bman,
Not syphoning is it? Also the OOB setup on these things is notoriously sensitive. Last rinse is usually a deep one, so you should see water!

Hope that’s a little bit of help, feel free to join in fully – the more the merrier!

Cheers,
Chris.

[Martin]

Re: wma 33 problem & manual

Bangerman,

The WMA33 Manual is freely available (Part No: 5405000 Cost £15) and tells all. Including that the Pressure Switch sets at 6 litres (Resets at 3 litres)..Usual water capacity is 10 to 24 litres depending on programme setting (Normal wash 10 litres..Woollens 24 litres). Flood protection level is 30 litres (Halfway up door) when pump is energised…etc etc…All in the Service Manual and much more 🙂

Martin

[bangerman]

Re: wma 33 problem & manual

Many thanks to Chris & Martin for quick & helpful replies.

Had already checked for syphoning, that was ok.

Ordering Manual today

I will let you know the results

thanks again

[bangerman]

Re: wma 33 problem & manual

i’ve ordered a new pressure switch with no problem

Can’t seem to get manual anywhere, part number spot on( thanks martin ) but part is now no longer available…

I have tried wash & vac on line and electrue part.

Can anyone get one for me or does anyone have one they want to sell.

Either way cash waiting,

many thanks

[Martin]

Re: wma 33 problem & manual

Contact me via email and I can sort if for you 😉

Martin

[lotusray]

1 to check if outer tub has been replaced just check sump hose has been correctly fitted as some of the earlier sump hoses can twist and when pumping collapse in on themselves seen that a couple of times now

[bangerman]

Re: wma 33 problem & manual

Many thanks to Martin for copy of Manual.

I have already told the wife that sunday afternoon is reserved for reading it.

I will post my results and findings

Thanks again

[Martin]

Re: wma 33 problem & manual

bangerman wrote:I have already told the wife that sunday afternoon is reserved for reading it.

I’m pleased you received the manual Andy, my pleasure :tup: . Read it well now, I shall be asking you WMA type questions on Monday! :rotfl:

Martin

[bangerman]

Re: wma 33 problem & manual

I have read the manual from back to front, twice!
I am now the Oricle of all information regarding the WMA 33 ( not )

My question is :-

The instruction / user guide says That the machine has an auto half load,that auto detects light loads and only uses half the water etc.

How is this done?

Nothing is mention in the service manual etc

all the best

[Martin]

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bangerman wrote:How is this done?

Control Board microprocessing!

It uses the same detection for wash load as it does for spin in as much as the ‘OOB detection system’ is used on wash to determine the weight of load.

With ‘small’ loads after the pressure switch has set at 6 litres and the tumble/soak process begins very little ‘extra’ water is added as the microprocessor has ‘detected’ a light load 8)

Many manufacturers these days incorporate this feature within their electronic circuit boards. The importance of the motor being in good working order is paramount because if it isn’t, very often when the Control Module ‘blows’ the Motor is the guilty party. For some reason very few manufacturers incorporate a fuseable link between the two.

So rule of thumb for any service engineer has to be: –

“If the Module is burnt to a crisp, at motor to your list!” 😆 😆

Martin

[sully]

Re: wma 33 problem & manual

probably sorted now but check which type of sump and pressure chamber on machine there is a kit available to update this includes new pressure switch and sump

[spidermonkey]

Re: wma 33 problem & manual

hello I’d also so be desparately interested in getting hold of a wma service manual- is there anyone able to help be happy to pay for it of course many thanks

[Penguin45]

MARTIN……………….!! 😀
Probably be Monday now Spidermonkey, most of us won’t be about over the weekend – large accident involving beer and food this weekend!

Regards,
Chris.

[Martin]

Re: wma 33 problem & manual

spidermonkey,

Yes pm me regarding manual 😉

Martin

[Author]

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