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How to find the model or serial number on a built in washing machine

Model numbers and serial numbers for washing machines are almost always behind the door or on the control panel although sometimes the number written on the control panel or dispenser drawer isn’t a model number but a model range ( Some washing machine manufacturers put a model number on the front of the machine which is useless ).

Some built in washing machines like to hide their model numbers. The one featured below shows an Ariston machine with a control panel that has nothing printed on it and the owner couldn’t find the model number so presumably it wasn’t behind the door.

On built in appliances the model and serial number are sometimes only shown behind the plastic kickstrip at the base of the machine. It’s worth checking behind the pump filter door if one is fitted as there could be a rating plate sticker there. If there is no serial number to be found anywhere the only option would be to get the appliance out, which can be a pain and you risk damaging flooring.

ariston-built-in-washing-machine

Related: Where to find the proper model number and serial number on a washing machine


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Comments

  1. what is the model number for the pic i cant get mine out and am forever shinking clothes cause i dont have a instustions for it

  2. Sorry Angie, I don’t have the model number of the one on the photo.

  3. avatar Victoria says:

    I don’t suppose anyone has the model number for the washing machine in the picture, I am desperate!! I have just moved into a flat and the landlord can’t find the manual anywhere. For fear of boiled clothes I have yet to wash anything . . . ! Any help would be greatly appreciated

  4. avatar Victoria says:

    Found it: Ariston Washing machine MOD K-LB 121 UK – but instructions are still allusive!

  5. I have some general advice about using a washing machine without an instruction book here Lost Washing Machine User Manual Need help with instructions it might help a little.

  6. I have the MOD K-LB 121 UK but still no luck in finding the instructions!!
    Any help anyone?!!!

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