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Our Zanussi FJ1093 is making a terrible racket on spin and I suspect the bearings have gone.
After 19 years of service I guess this was inevitable. I’ve done a few repairs over the years, drain pump, door switch but a bearing replacement looks daunting.
Ordinarily I’d be using this as an opportunity for a shiny new model but having researched potential replacements I’m just getting more depressed by what’s available today. All this talk of sealed tubs and a throwaway society and problems with warranties being honoured I’m beginning to wonder if going for a repair is not a bad option after all.
Yes I know a 4.5Kg capacity and a 1000 spin speed is old hat but too be honest it does a great 40 and 60 degree wash and I’m not bothered by how long it takes.
What do reckon a reasonable charge for a bearing replacement will be? Is anyone still prepared to work on these old beasts? Is it likely the last few washes on a failing bearing have caused other problems and I’d just be throwing good money away?
Thank you in advance for any shared wisdom.
Re: Zanussi FJ1093 – worth replacing bearings?
Hi,
yes definitely worth getting this machine repaired. No question this machine will outlast any offerings from the Electrolux group at present.
With regard to cost, it depends where you live but I charge £150 parts and labour, that includes new drum spider, bearing and seals.
Bearing/ tub jobs are the most labour intensive jobs we do.
Good luck mate
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