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What do Hotpoint Aquarius lights flashing mean?
Hotpoint Aquarius washing machines without a digital display indicate faults through flashing LED lights rather than text error codes. This guide covers the flashing light error codes for…
Holes in clothes photos
This page shows photos of holes that have appeared in clothes after washing, submitted by Whitegoods Help readers. The examples cover a range of fabric types, washing machine…
Using a washing machine from storage
Before using a washing machine that has been in storage - especially for an extended period - there are several checks to carry out first. Even a machine…
Is the washing machine actually faulty?
Before reporting a brand-new washing machine as faulty, it is worth working through this checklist first. Retailers and manufacturers know from experience that genuine factory faults on new…
What do worn drum bearings sound like?
Worn drum bearings in a washing machine typically produce a deep, rumbling sound. But several other faults can produce an almost identical noise - and misdiagnosing bearings is…
How to remove the heater from a washing machine
This guide explains how to remove and replace the heating element in a front-loading UK washing machine. Removing a washing machine heater can be extremely difficult - and…