[Bob Ashdown]

Re: Siemens WXLM148AGB FD8603 fault

Thanks very much Martin much appreciated.
If the pcb is faulty I should be able to get it fixed for £50 but I need to know what caused the problem in the first place.
I’ve been trying to test the heater & thermostat.
To get full access on this model I need to remove the front panel, rather than do that I’ve identified the wires leading to the heater & thermostat and have removed them from the pcb and other components.

The heater & thermostat have now been completely isolated.
When I measure across the heater I get 27ohm which seems good
When I measure across the thermostat I get 7.8Kohm
Now here’s the bit I don’t get
When I measure either leg of the heater to earth I get an unsteady reading. It starts off around 2kohm and if left for a while ends up at 40Kohm.
Is that normal?

[Bob Ashdown]

Re: Hotpoint Mistral FF72P not a thermistor problem?

I know there’s loads of articles and threads on Mistrals but I haven’t seen this before
Fridge at right temperature, thermometer displays correct.
Freezer at right temperature, thermometer showing hot

[Bob Ashdown]

Re: Siemens WXLM148A noise when drum rotates

It was a wire from a bra.
Looking into the drum I saw nothing but then I done what you said.
To the amusement of the family I stuck my head in the drum and used a very bright LED torch.
Now here’s the lucky bit, the smallest amount of bra wire was still protuding through one of holes and I just (and I mean just) managed to get hold of it with some small pliers.

Thank you very much odom for making this an easy fix 😀

[Bob Ashdown]

Good point could be a play on words I suppose.

Just thought the real McCoy would have some sort of small marking on it?

[Bob Ashdown]

The item was supplied loose with no packaging.
No numbers or marks on the actual item.

[Bob Ashdown]

Re: Bosch XLM 1400 door seal twisted.

Edited

Changed my mind rather than resurrect this thread I’ll start a new one

[Bob Ashdown]

Job done! Thank you chaps.
And well done to Paul for the clear instructions. 😀

[Bob Ashdown]

Re: Bosch XLM 1400 door seal twisted.

Hiya Penguin thanks for the prompt reply 😀
Do you mean the two big springs, one on the left and the other on the right that connect the drum to the outer casing?
If so both springs seem to be fine, the drum looks to be sitting perfectly in the machine.
I don’t know if this helps but the 3 drain holes in the bottom of the door seal seem centralised. It’s almost if the seal has slipped on the outer casing.

I could be talking rubbish but looking at the creases it’s almost if the seal has moved in a clockwise direction.

[Bob Ashdown]

Re: Electrolux ER7626B compressor getting hot & noisy

Spoke to my mum and told her that it needs attention and now she’s worried that the fridge will catch fire or something, bless her.

I know it’s difficult for people to make guesses without seeing things for themselves but could anyone hazard a guess what the price region of a repair might be. I promise I won’t quote you!
pm if you prefer.

[Bob Ashdown]

Re: Electrolux ER7626B compressor getting hot & noisy

Thanks for the reply.
Am I right in saying this could end up being a costly repair.
The machine is actually my elderly mum’s who lives on her own and is a bit of a worrier, simple things like arranging engineers, listening to his report and making decisions are all very daunting for her.
Perhaps it may be less hassle for her to get a new machine?

Any idea of how much a callout and repair would be?
£50, £100, £150+

[Bob Ashdown]

Re: Recommendations for a washer/dryer please.

I went out and choose the new machine yesterday. 😀
I got it down to the Miele 504 £499 and the Siemens WXLM148A £399 (both included 5year guarantee and delivery).
I almost went for the Miele but then I realised that the flush shape of it would cause problems in the space in my kitchen ( The door hinges of the existing covering door and the plinth would foul). So I’m happy with the Siemens, it should be good, if not quite as good as the Miele but it does have a 6Kg drum and is £100 cheaper.

Thanks for the ISE information but I’d already left home before you posted. The ISE brand and concept does sound very good though. I shall get any friends and family to consider one if the need arises.

Thanks for all your contributions, I’ve learnt a lot in 3 days
😀

[Bob Ashdown]

Re: Recommendations for a washer/dryer please.

I think I’m now heading in the right direction but I’d like to ask some more questions if I may. 😀

Bosch/Siemens reliabilty.
Here are some models and some typical prices.
Siemens WXLM148A £399
Siemens WXLM168 £499
Bosch Classixx WFL2067 £299
Bosch Exxcel WFX2468 £369
Bosch Exxcel WFX2868 £449

Should the dearer models be less prone to breakdown or are they just dearer ‘cos they have more functions? Is it possible to put them in order of reliabilty?

I also noticed a Miele W504 @ £499 just within my budget but it might not be suitable as it only has a 5kg load instead of the usual 6Kg.

And lastly the ISE
Where can I find out more about the spec, cost etc?

[Bob Ashdown]

Re: Recommendations for a washer/dryer please.

After reading all of your posts we’ve decided to take your advice and avoid a washer/dryer.
We want to buy a washing machine and carry on drying our clothes as we have been doing.
So that leads me to my next question, Can you recommend any washing machine manufacturers and if possible the model numbers please?
We’ve reverted back to our original budget of £350-£500.

[Bob Ashdown]

Re: Recommendations for a washer/dryer please.

Another prompt reply, thanks Martin. 😀
Definately haven’t got room for a tumble dryer 🙁
Our 20 year old Zanussi washer/dryer has finally packed uo (noisy bearings, noisy motor, program switch hard to turn) the dryer function hasn’t worked for the last 8 years 🙁
For the last 8 years we’ve been relying on the outside washing lane and the inside clothes airer 😳
If we got a washer/dryer then the dryer function would only get used as a last resort when we couldn’t use the above two methods. I don’t mind it being a little inefficient.
I suppose we might be able to get by with just a washining machine.

Anyone else, the more the merrier! 😛

[Bob Ashdown]

Re: Recommendations for a washer/dryer please.

Thanks for the prompt reply 😀

Unfortunately I haven’t got the room for a seperate washer and dryer.

I mentioned John Lewis as I rate their customer service and price promise but I’m not tied to them. If I were to shop elsewhere what other makes should I look for?

Would it help if I upped my budget to £600?

Anyone else want to add their opinion?

Thanks
Bob

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