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Earlier today I was asked to look at a Zanussi TC7103 Condenser Dryer which had a permanent 'tank full' light, but no water in the condensate tank. A quick investigation revealed that a spring loaded spigot which I assume should be attached to the machine where the tank plugs in was loose on the...

Heavy arcing... .. And won't start/run properly. I've seen this on various tool motors, usually when there are short-circuited windings in the armature. unfortunately, these small motors will overheat almost instantly if stalled. I hope that I am wrong, because it's an expensive fix :-( All...

E-E washer Steve_J I have an E-E dryer, so this could be an interesting project for me.... I can probably borrow a van, too... Assuming the machine is still available?? All best Dave T

Persil S&M liquid Upon reading the Original Post, I couldn't help but think that a thread referring to 'S+M liquid' belongs in the 'Dirty Laundry' section...... Or is it just me??? ;-) All best Dave T P.S. As a non 'detergents / laundry products' buff, it has taken until the end of typing my...

Did someone mention SF6??? At risk of completely hijacking the thread, Though part of this IS communication based...... I had completely forgotten about SF6 (Sulphur HexaFluoride for any non-techies) (note the U.K. spelling ;-) )until Tolivac mentioned it. Way back in the '70s/'80s/'90s the...

I need help 'I need help' Don't we all??? ;-) Seriously though, that's a nice washer, I hope someone on here can help you find a seal. Come on guys!! All best Dave T

Overfilling It may be worth checking the hose between the sump and the 'level sensing' pressure switch. I was called out to a machine which 'occasionally' overfilled, gradually doing it more often, until it eventually flooded the woman's kitchen!! The pressure hose had chafed against the drum...

Thanks Thanks for the info, Vacbear. It's good to get a bit of history on these things. My mother had a TL H-Axis Zanussi for many years (I can't remember the model number, though I do have the owner's handbook for it somewhere.) She bought it because it was the only machine available at the...

Hotpoint Yes, it's a Hotpoint, as shown above. The 'worktop' insert is present, but no sign of any instruction book. It appear to me to be a 'twin-tub' in one tub. Normal Hotpoint agitator surrounded by a perforated drum for spinning. An interesting concept, but unfortunately I have neither...

Hoover / Hotpoint I could have sworn it was a Hoover, but I'm getting old, and my memory isn't what it used to be..... I'll check up and get back to you. The Lid as shown in the pic above is present... No idea about instructions. I'll see what I can find out about it.... Maybe even get a pic...

West Hagley The only West Hagley that I know of is just southwest of Birmingham. it's about a 120 mile round trip for the OP. It's a shame I didn't know about it a week or so ago. I was down that way on the 23rd. :-( If it's still there in a couple of weeks, I may be down there again. All...

Dragging/grinding motor Perhaps aleady been done, but may I suggest giving it a thorough blow out with an air line, if you have access to one?? It sounds like it may have 'inhaled' something through the ventilation holes. All best Dave T P.S. Don't ya LOVE my U.K. spelling?? ;-)

Of possible interest to UK members, I have spotted this machine for sale in the Stoke-On-Trent area. 'Hoover Electronic 1050 Deluxe - Model 9605W - Serial 34129766' A cursory inspection finds it to be in reasonable cosmetic condition for it's age, the perforated inner drum being clean, shiny...

Nasty hum from induction motor If everything is 'free to turn', it sounds like either:- The 'Start' winding has burned out, hence the machine being taken out of use in the first place.... or... The start capacitor has dried out or is missing.... It's the sort of part which may have been...

'All 3 controllers' My Electrolux uses a timer with good old mechanical contacts, and a capacitor. It washes clothes reasonably well, and has done so for years. Since it was given to me (about 15 years ago) I have had to rebuild the pump once. Are we not getting caught up with technology for...

800 spin An 800 rpm spin probably removes more moisture than a single pass through a mangle/wringer, but not enough for economical drying (see my post from a couple of years ago on the subject of 'Spin Dryers'). My Electrolux WH818 leaves laundry too wet to place into a tumble dryer. It's line...

AW members in France Come on, folks...... Surely someone can help this guy!!!! Would a U.K. model do???? All best Dave T

'Hot' dryer casework Hi, Ricky.... I don't know the Burco, but I do have a 'vintage' English Electric dryer. The casework certainly gets 'warm' to the touch, and heat will build up under a pile of clothes on top, but 'hot' sounds suspect to me!! Check your airways, and that the blower is...

Oops... a 'PS' It's a shame I can't edit my posts... :( I also wanted to say that I'm old enough to remember Dura Glit, and that I'm surprised that it's still available anywhere. Has the O.P. (Blackstone) tried Silver Dip?? It contains some quite powerful reducing agents to remove oxidation...

U.K. Brasso I beg to differ, Aquarius.... U.K. Brasso certainly USED to be abrasive. Granted, it was only a very fine suspension of abrasive in pink gloop, but we managed to wear away our military belt buckles and other brassware with it easily enough... ;) I assume that like all other...