boscsh exxell washing wachine?

I knew the pump fiter had been a potential problem and it was blocked by an allen key, two pennies and a guitar plectrum (?!). I had to remove the pipe to access it as the allen key had jammed the filter holder. I'm not sure that it was affecting the flow much but when I went to restart it was still the same.
Here's the thing: there must be a reset sequence which I can't work out, but managed to get around by repeatedly pressing combinations of the various control buttons ... suddenly the whole thing reset and it works now. If anyone knows that sequence it might be worth posting here.

Thanks!

M Powell
November 2008

indication of a fault in the machine?
Check the pressure switch -the system that determines correct water level in the drum. Its a round item about 3 inches across with several wires connected, it sits under the top cover. Its an air operated switch which tells the machine water has reached the correct level. Disconnect the thin rubber pipe from the switch and blow down through it to clear any blockage. Switch itself may be faulty but its more likely the pressure pipe or the vessel attached to the other end of the pipe is blocked.
Also check the filter - generally located behind a panel at the foot of the machine.Some are obvious like little square hatches and some are hidden behind the trim panel at the foot of the machine. Once panel is removed the filter should be visible. Its generally a circular plastic fitting which unscrews in an anticlockwise direction. Some hotpoint, indesit and ariston filters are located in the big black sump hose (the one that leaves the bottom of the outer drum and connects to the pump). Remove the back cover, locate hose, remove the tensioner clip by squeezing the tabs together with a large pair of pliers or vise grips, remove the hose, take out filter and clean. Be prepared for spillage of water. May help if the machine is tilted backwards at an angle.

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dannyboy
November 2008