problems with my..hotpoint first edition 1000 (wm52) wash machine?

anyone know how to fix the cold inlet, its seems to be not letting the water in

peter
October 2010

cheers again Dan, checked the sump few coins thats all, test run it again on Saturday vibrating and rattling all over the place......I went on the drink on sunday wife bought a new one today LOL woohoo. just as well it was doin ma nut in

thanks again

Art
March 2008

hi art. Bearings are metal and wouldnt have any plastic parts - in addition a broken bearing would rattle like hell and be quite obvious. The bearings are covered by a rubber seal. might be bits of the seal breaking up, though seals are generally black rubber. May be damage to the outer drum if its made of plastic. Loose coins and other debris flying between the drums at spin speed would certainly gouge out lumps of plastic and could easily hole the drum.
If i were you id disconnect the sump hose (the big one which connects to the filter or pump) from bottom of drum and stick my fingers in to check for coins etc.
Check out my site for info: www.2ndwave.co.uk/manual.html

dan
March 2008

ive just been informed dan,that there have been small bits of plastic mixed in with the wash as well,could it poss be a bearing shattered???

btw thanks for your quick response

Art
March 2008

Probably mould marks. A combination of low temp washes and biological detergents encourages a growth of slimy mould inside the drum. Do an empty wash at the highest temperature setting and put a cupful of white vinegar in the drum. The combination of high temp and increased acidity should clear it out. Do that every couple of months to keep it clear.
Check out my site for info: www.2ndwave.co.uk/manual.html

dan
March 2008