How can I fix my tumble dryer Indesit IS60V?

Firstly - you need a new Heating Element at £27.85 + £3.50 delivery (e-bay item: part no. 1703249). Easy to fit by taking off rear metal panel *POWER OFF/PLUG OUT*. You also need to take off side panel to unplug old element. Then you unscrew heating element from removed metal plate, replace this whole part with new part by screwing it to metal plate, reconnect small white plastic block through small hole at base of machine....then re-affix metal panel. All being well you're good to go!
Alternatively...and cheaper...if heating element is not burnt out....you may just need the thermostat kit (two wee wired gizmos on top of the element part) these are only £4.39 + £2.99 dely at espares.co.uk Stock Number: ES1063487 ).***WARNING***you'll have a lot of fluff to clear out from inside of machine (design fault and safety FIRE fault with IS60V)...be careful as VERY SHARP metal edges inside too!!! Good Luck.

tom barbour (tomba@tiscali.co.uk)
January 2009

I don't mean to be unkind but the IS60V is a pile of garbage designed to last no more than 18 months. Sounds like heating element has gone (is on back panel - UNPLUG FIRST FFS!!), it is also VERY delicate and easy to break so be careful. Water collection in vent hose is normal esp if there is a dip and the hose is long (try shortening it).

If your unit is over 12 months old don't expect the bearing to last much longer either, like I said a poor machine.

Trap
January 2009