Washing Machines
Help for washing machines that won’t spin, drain, fill or start: common faults, error codes, what you can check yourself and when it’s time for an engineer.
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Is a 3 month guarantee on repairs reasonable?
When you pay for an appliance repair, you expect it to last. So what happens when a repair company only offers a 3-month guarantee? Is that acceptable - and what are your rights if…
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Who is responsible for faulty appliances?
When an appliance develops a fault, it is natural to think the manufacturer should be held responsible. After all, they made it. But UK consumer law works differently - and knowing who to contact…
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Washing machine only just out of guarantee
When a washing machine develops a fault after the guarantee has expired, many people assume they have no options and accept the cost of repair or replacement. In many cases, that assumption is wrong.…
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Second hand washing machine Consumer rights
Second-hand washing machines can represent good value - but knowing your rights before you buy, and what to do if something goes wrong afterwards, can make a significant difference to whether you have any…
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Are eco labels on Washing Machines misleading?
Energy efficiency labels on washing machines were introduced to help consumers make more informed choices and to push manufacturers towards greener products. The intention was sound - but the reality has always been more…
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Washing machine eco labels Part 4
The final three sections of the washing machine energy label cover spin drying efficiency, water consumption, and noise levels. Each provides some useful data - but in each case there is important context missing…
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Washing performance ratings on eco labels
This is Part 3 of the Whitegoods Help guide to washing machine energy labels, covering the washing performance rating - what it measures, how it is assessed, and why it has become largely redundant…
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Energy Labels: Energy consumption kWh/Cycle
This is Part 2 of the Whitegoods Help guide to washing machine energy labels, covering the energy consumption figure - what it means, how to use it to calculate running costs, and why it…
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What do the energy labels on washing machines mean?
This is Part 1 of the Whitegoods Help guide to washing machine energy labels. It covers the energy efficiency rating - how to read it, what it does and does not tell you, and…
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Washing machine depth specifications
A washing machine listed as 60cm deep sounds straightforward - but whether that figure accounts for hoses, cables, and fittings at the back, or protruding controls and door handles at the front, is rarely…
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