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Free 5 Year Parts Guarantees
Some washing machines and other appliances still come with a free 5-year parts guarantee. These schemes have been around since the 1980s and can occasionally be genuinely useful…
Which is best manufacturer or independent engineer?
There are far fewer independent white goods repairers today than there were in the 1980s and 1990s. But if there is a local independent engineer or sole trader…
Washing machine stops mid cycle
A washing machine that stops, sticks, or aborts mid-cycle is one of the most common fault categories. The range of possible causes is wide, but working through the…
Washing Machine Fills With Water When Off
If your washing machine has water in the drum when you have not run a cycle, or is slowly filling up overnight, there are only two possible entry…
Washing Machine Overfilling
An overfilling washing machine may be obvious - water visible at the top of the door glass, spilling from the soap drawer, or running from the back of…
Washing Machines Not Delivering Right Temperature
When you select a 60°C wash, does your washing machine actually heat the water to 60°C? Independent testing has found that many do not - and in some…