Washing Machines
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Washing machine not spinning
If the washing machine completes the wash and rinse cycles but refuses to spin at the end, there are several possible causes. Work through them in order -…
Smells caused by plumbing faults
Bad smells from a washing machine are most commonly caused by issues inside the machine itself - but plumbing faults can also be responsible, particularly when the smell…
More causes of a noisy washing machine
This guide covers further causes of washing machine noise, including motor bearings, drum weights, drum pulley, heating element contact, bra wire, drive belt wear, and carbon brushes. Squealing…
Washing machine detergent from the past
Washing machine detergent choice used to be much simpler. A fascinating old publication from Unilever - operating under the simpler name "Lever" at the time - shows just…
How to remove a greyish white coating in drum
A greyish or white coating on the inside of a washing machine drum is most commonly caused by limescale build-up. This can usually be removed with citric acid,…
Exploding Door Glass – Who’s Fault Is It?
When a washing machine door glass shatters, the manufacturer almost always blames the user. But the reality is considerably more complicated - and in many cases, the consumer…