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Re: Hotpoint Aquarius WF250 – really noisy

Thank you. I think it’s time to call someone out to look at it and see if it can be fixed, it’s definitely got worse in the last week and now the rubber has gone all “baggy round the inside of the door I’m a bit scared to use it. Seeing I can’t do without it I need to find someone quick. Will use the repairs section on here.
Thanks again for your advice.

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Re: Hotpoint Aquarius WF250 – really noisy

Hello again,
We have now had the back off and checked the hidden drain pump which did have a 10pence in it. Thought that was the answer, however, it’s not as it’s still making a very loud noise on “rinse and spin” and especially “final spin”. It’s got worse as I’ve continued to use it. Today I can see that the drum moves freely from front to back of the machine and the rubber seal is looking a bit “baggy”. So I guess the noise is coming from the drum banging on the front and back of the machine as it spins. Do I assume this is the bearings? (sorry if this is obvious – am total novice).
The machine is 4.5 years old, is it worth getting it repaired or should I get a new one? If it is worth a repair then can you recommend engineers in DA7 (Bexleyheath area)? As a mother of 2 small boys the machine is essential so want to get it fixed or a new one ordered ASAP!
Thanks as always!

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Re: Hotpoint Aquarius WF250 – really noisy

Hello and thanks,
There is no noise if I spin the drum by hand.
It’s only started making the noise in the last week,previously it’s been fine and even now it still washes okbut it’s incredibly noisy.
I will listen to see if it’s noisy before spinning next time it’s on and will check the pump at the rear to see if there is anything inside.
If it is the bearings, is it worth fixing or is a new machine needed?
Thanks again!

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Re: Zanussi fridge freezer ZEBF255W

Thanks for your reply, I’m trying to use the food up in the freezer so I can defrost it. Incidentally the fridge section is cooling VERY slightly (not enough to keep food for long)…. does that still sound like the defrost timer?

Thanks again.

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Re: SMEG SP7800P – Is it the element?

Thank you, will get it switched off, opened up and have a look to see if any signs of damage.
Thanks again!

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Re: SMEG SP7800P – Is it the element?

Right, so whilst to actually replace the element the oven will have to come out, I can get a look at it by removing the rear panel inside the oven? Will it be clear that the element has gone, I read the link you gave and it shows a pic of an element with a sort of fuzzy bit on it. Is this what indicates it’s blown? Sorry if this is a stupid question….

With thanks.

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Re: SMEG SP7800P – Is it the element?

Hi,
Thanks for that, have checked that the timer is on manual and have reset the clock (it’s been showing 2.30 since we moved in a month ago). It’s an analogue clock, looks quite old and the “minute minder” knob is a bit broken though still turns – just. Still no joy, the oven is making a noise which I think could be the fan but there’s definitely no heat still. Grill and lower oven continues to work.
Element?

Thanks in advance.

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Re: Smeg DWI614 – not starting up

Hi,
Thanks for your reply, am not very teckie but assuming PCB to be printed circuit board….? Looks like an engineer might be in order then.

Thanks again.

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Re: Diplomat Oven not working – any ideas

Sorry should have noted that the model number is APL3201IX and it’s built in.

Many thanks

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Re: Diplomat APL3201IX not heating up

Thanks Penguin,

Is it easy to do myself or would you recommend an engineer? I don’t even know where the element is in the oven. I can’t see it, only the grill one!

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