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Re: ZWF1237W bearing replacement

Many thanks for your help Dave, the 13mm spanner tip was very useful. I dismantled the machine today and for the most part am pleasantly surprised at the condition given it is 10+ years old. Case front comes off as expected, so tub/drum removal wasn’t too bad. The spider looks ok (aside from gunk), the shaft and brass ring don’t seem to be particularly worn either – visible bands where the water seal ends, but no roughness felt.

I’ve ordered the bearing kit and tub seal now with courier delivery, so hopefully I can have the machine working again by Tuesday evening and avoid too much nagging!

You mention Zanussi recommend silicone grease is applied under the water seal, though some pictures/descriptions I have seen appear to come with a thick yellow bearing grease instead. I’d agree on silicone for a rubber seal, but the one I have experience with and possess is very runny, e.g. this stuff, so I’m concerned it may not stick around to protect the seal for very long. Do they supply a more viscous silicone grease for this application? I’d be very grateful if a pot could be included with my order if so.

[simion_levi]

Re: ZWF1237W bearing replacement

Thanks Dave, that’s helpful.

It looks promising. I’ll get some parts ordered.

I’ll be replacing the tub seal with new, but I did note in one video seeing a professional run a bead of silicone over the top of a brand new seal too. Common belt and braces practice or bodge not to be repeated? (I’m guessing the latter).

[simion_levi]

Re: ZWF1237W bearing replacement

Thanks, weight lifting it is then!

What about access though – is it possible to remove the front panel and bring the tub out that way or must the front stay on and I have to lift the tub vertically out of the casing?

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