Washing Machine Help Forum

[colinb]

thanks for all your replies - much appreciated

so.... being as there is only a few pounds between the complete pump assembly and the filter on it's own - would I not be better off going for the whole thing ?

I assume the price for the complete pump excludes delivery ?

[Dave_Conway]

Go for the whole pump but use the filter out of it for now as the pump on your machine may fail at some point then you have a spare (cheaper in the long term)

Dave.

[colinb]

stupid question really

what would that work out to with carriage please Dave ?

[Dave_Conway]

Add £3.95 for carriage Colin - £23.90 in total

[colinb]

my new pump & filter arrived safely - thanks

unfortunately this does not seemed to have solved the problem of the stuck cycle

all the hoses seem ok, not kinked.
is there anything else I could try or is it time for an engineer :roll:

[Dave_Conway]

I could try or is it time for an engineer :roll:

I think you've tried everything to be honest to cover the "no drain" problem which is relatively easy to do.

Try the repairs@ link below in my signature.

Dave.

[colinb]

Hi again

just wondered how much a main board (programmer) is for my Margherita 2000 AWD 12 S

I'm trying to weigh up if it is more economical to buy a new machine

Thanks

[Penguin45]

Serial number required Colin - early and late versions.

Regards,
Penguin45.

[colinb]

I'll try and get it asap....

and to pre-empt the inevitable, can you recommend a machine / brand between £200 - £300 ?

I've learnt my lesson - don't buy a machine cos it's a nice colour

[Penguin45]

Base model Bosch is under £300 - find another £50 and get something with a few more options and better spin for a good few years reliable service. 2 year warranty is nice as well.

Regards,
Penguin45.

[GuinnessMan]

Hi!

I have just started having a problem with my Ariston Margherita 2000.
I put on a cycle (any cycle seems to have the problem) and the machine takes in water, stops, takes in more water.
Then it attempts to start to move the drum round and rinse the clothes and the drum stops (it usually makes about an 8th turn before it stops).
It then sits there for a second or two, then starts pumping the water out again.
It does this for a bit then stops, after which you can open the door.
When it starts pumping the water out the dial starts turning round and clicking. I counted 10 flashes.

The mashine is an AWD 10 UK Advantage.

I have read other forum items and checked the coin tray (found a 20p)
Cleared coin tray and machine still has problem.

I checked the outlet hose, and moved it up so it was not all the way down the waste pipe. Tried again still no change.

Also: I have found that I can do a spin cycle ok and a drying cycle ok.

Please help!!

Thanks.

[Penguin45]

Problem with the water level control. Check pressure switch for function, air hose for blockages/holes.

Power off if doing this yourself.

Regards,
Penguin45.

[GuinnessMan]

Thanks for replying!

I have looked online to find out what the pressure switch is and does and the air hose attached to it.

How do I identify this pressure switch and it's associated air hose?
(I think it is the part located on the right side at the top with a thin black hose running below the drum??)

One identified, how do I check to see if it is functioning correctly, and what is the best way of detaching the hose to see if it has any air holes?
(I have only opened the top of the machine so far, what is best way to get at the bottom of the air hose as it is under the drum? (assuming it is the correct hose i have identified)).

Many thanks
Guinness Man

[GuinnessMan]

Hi!

Have found this link on the web:

http://www.acmehowto.com/howto/appliance/washer/check/waterlevel.php

Would this be the correct way of checking the pressure valve on my machine?

(Also what is the best way of getting at bottom of hose to detach from the drum to test and reattach, see previous post).

If the Air Hose is faulty where do I get a replacement and how much?
If the Pressure Value is faulty where do I get a replacement and how much?

Cheers

Guinness Man

[Penguin45]

Interesting site - principle explained is entirely correct, even has a safety warning. If you need to access the airchamber and hose, you will need to work from under the machine, with the power off of course.

Spares if required can be obtained through spares@ukwhitegoods.co.uk with remarkable efficiency.

Regards,
Penguin45.