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Updated December 22, 2020 : First Published July 3, 2014

DIY Washing machine repair warnings

DIY repairs

The Internet is crammed full of advice from experts, diy enthusiasts, and well intentioned people in forums. Millions of people try to repair their own appliances so it’s impossible to stop them. Whitegoodshelp has lots of useful advice but is very big on safety. If you must try to do diy repairs at least check

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Updated January 20, 2021 : First Published October 28, 2013

3 Pre Repair Tips

Here are 3 quick tips related to getting your faulty appliance repaired. Check them out now, even if you don’t anticipate needing a repair, it may save you a lot of trouble in the future. Always get out your smart phone and take photos of a part (or wiring) before you start messing around. You

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Updated November 11, 2020 : First Published October 8, 2013

How to find Model or Serial Number on Washing Machine

How to

The model number on a washing machine – or other white goods appliance – is often only displayed in full on the rating plate. Even if printed on the control panel the full model number may be different. If you need to order spare parts, or check if your appliance is affected by a safety

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Updated September 25, 2020 : First Published October 8, 2013

Buying appliance spares 5 things you need to know

If you’re repairing your own appliance you need to know about buying spare parts. Buying the right part can be straight forward, but it’s often surprisingly difficult to identify the right one (for reasons explained below). Even people in the trade, with access to repair manuals and spare part breakdowns can find many parts very

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Updated September 25, 2020 : First Published September 11, 2013

I need someone quick, should I try an immediate call-out repairman?

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It’s very frustrating when faced with loads of washing to do and a faulty washing machine or a freezer full of defrosted food. It’s tempting to use anyone who can come the quickest. But don’t be too desperate. Desperate people tend to be less discerning and more likely to be targeted by cowboys. There are

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Updated September 25, 2020 : First Published September 10, 2013

Which is best manufacturer or independent engineer?

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Consumer groups like Which? periodically carry out comparison tests on the manufacturer versus independent repair option. The reports I’ve seen have always found that independent repairers commonly give a quicker and better quality service as well as being (sometimes considerably) cheaper than the washing machine’s manufacturer. This seems to be the case generally across all

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