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Re: whirlpool awo/d4705.DEAD
I am experiecing the same problem with this washer. I checked the brushes, all ok. Client says the machine stopped half way, clothes are very damp.
Where do I find the wire up module as described on previous post?
Re: whirlpool awo/d4705.DEAD
I am experiecing the same problem with this washer. I checked the brushes, all ok. Client says the machine stopped half way, clothes are very damp.
Where do I find the wire up module as described on previous post?
Re: UK whitegoods fault code book cld do with updating
Much of the contents of ‘The Book’ are contained within THESE PAGES and available right now FOR FREE anyway. It is constantly added to and up-dated week on week by myself and many others anxious to contribute in creating an invaluable reference tool.
I did wonder if there such pages containing fault codes. i will certainly look it up and make my own record. Sometimes it looks like same info repeated through out as there’s no reference point saying such information already posted.
I can see both sides of the arguments for having an updated version of FCG be in paper format or .pdf. Hopefully a balance will be made and a happy solution for all.
I seem to recall that there is a website that you pay subscription for software updates for fault codes, I will have to dig in my files to find it the info. It comes with a cd rom and have downloadable updates. I think it was via a big insurance company or warranty company.
Re: UK whitegoods fault code book cld do with updating
silverbroom wrote:I would be more than happy to pay £20,30 or 40 quid for such a valuable tool and have completed dozens of well paid jobs with the help of my 2007 copy.
silverbroomI am in the same position as above, it is such a valuable tool. I am sure some of us are willing to pay more and offset it against all the repair work they carried out and feel smug.
Re: running modern L.G. washer on generator.
I would have thought generators would have voltage stabilizer to restrict fluctuations and perhaps lay down few ground rules – avoid putting the kettle on while the washing machine on?
Re: UK whitegoods fault code book cld do with updating
I appreciate your hard work KWatt on producing the handbook.
No doubt that a lot of engineers found your book invaluable and taking on board that you did it all for free even though you never made a penny from it.
Perhaps it might be worth considering to do the revision and put them in PDF format and file it away within this forum so that anyone who is in the trade will have privileges to access to it for a small fee (a subscription? or solely for WTA member?). I do not know the cost of producing such stuff and I would imagine it would have taken a lot of man hours to produce it and relying on the goodwill of kind hearted men like yourself. This way you don’t have storage issues or printing cost just a space on the forum for restricted access.
With your years of expertise are invaluable for young engineers like myself and it would be a shame to miss out on the updates and other engineer’s word of wisdom.
Would you reconsider doing it different way?
Re: Diplomat ACA9102 – all 6 lights flashing, low insulation
Thanks Jonah!
I attended the dishwasher this morning attempting to a reset, things changed for the worse or better (depend how you see it).
The bottom line is that I told my client to get rid of it – the look on her face was a picture – She paid £400 for it 2/3 years ago – nuff said!
The moral of the story is to know when to walk away from the job. I learnt that after combined 4 hours of faffing about and scratching my head, supping tea and cakes and 25 miles round trip!
Re: Diplomat ACA9102
I really could do with some help here as I am flummoxed by this. I spent a good 3 hours trying to locate a fault with this machine. I will describe what I have done, hopefully someone out there will help me. I am due to do a second look on the machine to investigate it further later this morning.
The fault description of not washing.
When checked it out, it is draining at the start (normal but noisy)
then filled with water (noisy sounds like clicking or vibrating)
Then more of the vibrating noise – sounds as it summat was jammed.
Then it stopped and the panel board showed all 6 led lights flashing.I checked the insulation level – it shows at the plug – 36 mohms – that’s very low reading
I tested for resistance of wash motor 89.9 ohms, the insulation remained at 36 mohms with pump disconnected, checked motor – insulation is very high
– Heater – resistance of 26.9 ohms, insulation remained at 36 mohms with heater disconnected, heater on it own – insulation very high
– drain pump – resistance of 268 ohms, insulation remained at 36 mohms with drain pump disconnected but funny thing this pump insulation is zero though the plug shows 36 mohms while disconnected
I am not convinced that it was the drain pump is the problem (noisy yes but still working well – pump it on way out which would be replaced but it is not the cause of the low insulation)
I have not tried (maybe I ought to – I didn’t have a lot time) the suppressor or thermostat as the fault described doesn’t appears to have any bearings to these components.
I have a feeling that it could have been the wash motor but past experiences with dishwasher of similar faults (Hotpoint Slimline) have proved that it was not the wash motor.
Any thoughts?
helo_75 wrote:i change these at 3 mionths old.. im not shocked
BTW – how come you change it at 3 months? Do you work for the firm?
Re: Hoover Vision HD – VDH8162-80 – Noisy spin
I am happy armed with the knowledge that I can act on how to advise my client on how to get her machine repaired “cheaper” by getting Hoover out.
Thank you guys for the advice and suggestion.
Re: Hoover Vision HD – VDH8162-80 – Noisy spin
I will certainly speak to my client. I never reffered my clients as customers as I like them to think they are special people which in fact they are special people, after all they are paying for my service.
She is the original owner of the machine. How do I get her to try get the machine fixed under warranty whether she signed up for extended or not?
If I remember a certain Martin Lewis website harping on about how machines are meant to last for 6 years and if the gaurantee or warranty expired before the six years then the retailer is responsible not the manufacturer for sorting out the faults. A two years old machine that require repair that is gonna cost 2 third of what she paid for is really a step too far. Someone out there is responsible not the client or engineer. What are the chances of getting a replacement machine free of charge under these terms?
Re: Hoover Vision HD – VDH8162-80 – Noisy spin
I didn’t sell her the machine. I don’t know where she bought it from but given what she can afford, a five years cover was probably out of her reach.
Still a lesson learnt but sadly the hard way!
Re: Hoover Vision HD – VDH8162-80 – Noisy spin
Thanks guys! I am surprised at the response and I didn’t think I get some strong feelings on this machine…
I did have some doubt on the quality of workmanship and question the amount of plastic used to assemble the appliance.
(Plastic Spider(?) why?)
One would have thought a larger drum would mean higher spec components a bit like putting a V12 engine in a Range Rover with upgraded brakes and shocks but it doesn’t seem to be the case. A V12 engine in a Range Rover without upgrading brakes and shocks is asking for trouble.
I really do feel for my client as she spent a fortune on it only for me to tell her buy a smaller machine but then it’s business after all!! Nothing get on my wick off more than having to condemn a 2 years old machine. This makes Bosch on par with Hoover – no one make decent machines these days but then again not so decent machines keeps us in business eh?
