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Re: Hotpoint WMA76P – Can you date it?

Lightning-fast reply as usual!! Thanks Jim.

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Re: Whirlpool ADP744 – stuck mid cycle and no heat

I picked up a Bosch SGS3042 for peanuts. It’s as old as the Whirlpool but is a much better machine.
I know you guys rate them and I can now see why. Well designed, well built, much quieter, and gives better results. I’m very impressed.
I’ve always bought cheap brands and although they’ve given good service you can see how poor they are in comparison.

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Re: Whirlpool ADP744 – stuck mid cycle and no heat

Took the timer out and confirmed the motor is dead.

I’ve decided to get a new machine. It’s seven years old and had a lot of use.
Also, while checking it out I discovered a slight leak from the main pump housing, so probably not worth repairing.
Thanks for looking up the part number anyhow.

Yes I find a digital camera is very useful for making a record of connections etc.

Cheers

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Re: Whirlpool ADP744 – stuck mid cycle and no heat

Cables are all fine.
I tried running it again and the timer doesn’t advance at all now. I can move it manually and the machine does all the various functions: fill, drain, wash etc. Must be a problem with the timer motor itself or the drive wouldn’t you say?

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Re: Whirlpool ADP744 – stuck mid cycle and no heat

Thanks for the reply Penguin.

I forgot to mention I got about 28 ohms across the heater terminals while in the circuit. Couldn’t see how the connector comes off and didn’t want to use too much force. Equates to about 2kw so thought it’s probably ok.

I’ll check the cables and let you know.

Cheers

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Re: Hotpoint WMT05 Bearings

Clever! I promise not to tell anyone :innocent:
Took all the paddles off (thanks for the info, I would never have figured that one out), no sign of any bits in the tub. Whipped off the belt again and gave it a good fast spin. Definitely some noise in the bearings. Clicking is probably the wrong word but they sound a tad rough. No sign of any play or rust out the back, but I would expect this to be the final signs, long after damage had started.
So tempted to have them out to investigate but it doesn’t make any economical sense at all. So it’ll be run regardless I suppose. Will be interesting to see how long they last.

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Re: Hotpoint WMT05 Bearings

Alright showoffs, what’s the secret? :worthy:

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Re: Hotpoint WMT05 Bearings

Right, I’ll give it a go later.
Yes got the belt back on with a lot of cursing and swearing!! Had the machine on it’s side and managed to reach top and bottom to feed it on.
Cheers

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Re: Hotpoint WMT05 Bearings

Ok I might check this out further. Couple of questions: Is the drum behind the paddles “open” so that you can see into tub when they’re removed?
How do you remove the paddles? I can see they slide forwards and backwards and I assume they fit ito a keyway in the drum but I don’t want to force them for risk of damage. Thanks for the replies.

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Re: Hotpoint WMT05 Bearings

Yes I thought it might be a motor problem so did check it beltless. Definitely a drum noise. No play in them as yet and not noticeable when it’s running, but no doubt there is some damage there.
Thanks for the advice anyway.

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Re: Hotpoint WMT05 Bearings

Ok thanks Penguin. Thought that might be the case. Looks like it’ll go to a friend to be run into the ground! He could always take advantage of the warranty.
By the way, motor sounds quite buzzy on this. Checked the brushes and they look fine. I think it’s the Bosch motor. Normal?

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Re: Leaking tub gasket Servis M3025

Thanks for the speedy reply Martin. Silicone it is then.
Excellent forum by the way :happy:

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