Washing machine disaster - help

Smiffy


Joined: 07/04/2009
Posts: 47

Message Posted:
03/11/2011 19:19

Bet this has happened to loads of people. Our 8-9 year old Arcelick washing machine has just decided it doesn't spin or rinse anymore. Looks like I may need to dig deep for a replacement unless anyone has any real good suggestions on a quick fix. Any suggestions appreciated, Smiffy.

paddywack


Joined: 04/05/2009
Posts: 959

Message Posted:
03/11/2011 19:23

Had it been a civilised make, suggest a new distributor.

Smiffy


Joined: 07/04/2009
Posts: 47

Message Posted:
03/11/2011 19:26

Thanks Paddywack - I didn't even know washing machines had a distributer - thought that was just on petrol engines!

brother



Joined: 29/01/2010
Posts: 446

Message Posted:
03/11/2011 19:28

In my experience, after such a length of time it is the motor brushes (no, they don't actually look like brushes) that have worn too far. Competent DIY replacement is possible - assuming parts are available.

flowerfairy


Joined: 17/09/2008
Posts: 1277

Message Posted:
03/11/2011 19:30

Smiffy, I had may machine repaired this year, have you tried asking at the Arcelik shop?

I'm sure they can suggest someone.

paddywack


Joined: 04/05/2009
Posts: 959

Message Posted:
03/11/2011 19:32

Msg 3,

It is the gismo that tells the macine when to wash rinse or spin whatever.

Smiffy


Joined: 07/04/2009
Posts: 47

Message Posted:
03/11/2011 19:32

Thanks for the ideas - is the Arcelik shop open at the moment? I was told it may be shut for Bayram.

gooligan


Joined: 30/01/2007
Posts: 1591

Message Posted:
03/11/2011 19:40

Smiffy,if you have had a washing machine here for 9 years then you should count yourself very lucky,especially with the hardness of the water here.Personally I'd bite the bullet and invest in a new one,once they start going wrong they tend to keep going wrong.

Smiffy


Joined: 07/04/2009
Posts: 47

Message Posted:
03/11/2011 19:45

Gooligan - I think you may be right, but I am in Uk and I have guest's staying at our place up to their necks in soap suds and smelly pants. If I can't get a real quick fix, then I will have to buy one - any suggestions as to where?

carian


Joined: 13/03/2009
Posts: 336

Message Posted:
03/11/2011 19:47

I would think after 9 years it has served you well !! Think the average life is about 5 years. Re message 2, we have only good things to say about Arcelik.

ginty


Joined: 11/03/2009
Posts: 228

Message Posted:
03/11/2011 20:05

spinning and rinsing are two different actions . some times if a program is stop half way it confused the washing machine try turning off and starting again. it happened to me but in my instruction manual it told me what to do and it worked. take off the top of machine and make sure the belt hasn't broken . also check filter as if it is blocked it will not pump the water out.

Rushy


Joined: 12/07/2011
Posts: 22

Message Posted:
03/11/2011 21:34

Can recommend reliable washing machine repair man - D & E, Deller's Enterprises, Catalkoy, Telephone No 0533 8712375 or 0392 8244732 and came out at very short notice to us. Hope this helps.

Smiffy


Joined: 07/04/2009
Posts: 47

Message Posted:
03/11/2011 21:36

Cheers Rushy - sounds like a good bet.

flowerfairy


Joined: 17/09/2008
Posts: 1277

Message Posted:
03/11/2011 21:41

Smiffy, I'd ring him first thing, I don't think you'll get much done after tomorrow. If all else fails, there's a good launderette in Alsancak, they wash and iron, and very reasonable too. There must be one somewhere over 'your side',

I've had a line of washing out for two days, and it still isn't completely dry, :(

mcstyler


Joined: 15/08/2011
Posts: 205

Message Posted:
03/11/2011 22:01

Contact 6ms

ranger5


Joined: 29/03/2011
Posts: 151

Message Posted:
03/11/2011 22:01

Ring Arcelic repairs on 0392 444 7777. Their service and repair are second to none

Deniz1


Joined: 28/07/2009
Posts: 3829

Message Posted:
03/11/2011 22:02

Wash and Go in Catalkoy can help with the laundry they also know a good repair man he does their machines

Deniz1


Joined: 28/07/2009
Posts: 3829

Message Posted:
03/11/2011 22:03

cleaning the filter sometimes helps this problem

andy2b123


Joined: 21/12/2010
Posts: 141

Message Posted:
04/11/2011 10:59

Message 16 :- wonderfull service arrived on time and fixed the problem inless than 1 hour and charged only 55TL and that included a spare part

muadib


Joined: 19/11/2010
Posts: 74

Message Posted:
04/11/2011 11:14

Have to agree about arcelik repairs,our washing machine(7 years old) was sounding like a 747 taking off,then just stopped midcycle.Phoned Arcelik,came next day and diagnosed problem,took it away,phone call 3 days later with cost then phone call next day,all fixed we're on our way,now working fine.

Smiffy


Joined: 07/04/2009
Posts: 47

Message Posted:
04/11/2011 11:30

Thank you all for your suggestions. We are trying to contact repairers and hope that the problem is filter or belt or similar. If not an economic repair, I will be back to ask - "Where is best place to buy new washing machine?" Smiffy

Smiffy


Joined: 07/04/2009
Posts: 47

Message Posted:
06/11/2011 12:27

Quick update - Arcelic Repairs didn't turn up as arranged on Friday, so D&E of Catalkoy were called, came straight out on Saturday, diagnosed broken pump and replaced it on the spot for 125tl. Great service, reasonable price, problem solved. Thanks for all suggestions - great to see what a tremendous help a forum like this can be at times - Cheers, Smiffy.