wight_rabbit
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sesteve
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No thats for a T5024 - the hose plugs into the inlet on the top RH side. The photo is my next restoration project!!
wight_rabbit
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Nice how about this. It says it is for a 3314L
http://www.tdspares.co.uk/proddetail.asp?prod=hse1042
http://www.tdspares.co.uk/proddetail.asp?prod=hse1042
sesteve
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No that's not it either - too short. I've taken a picture of the one I got as I couldn't find one on the net
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Hmm it looks like an Automatic machine's hose. The ribbing lines on it. The black thing on the end is that what you squeeze onto the sink tap?
I saw a video on YouTube and the WashDog owner connected the hose to the kitchen tap using a Hozelok adapter of some kind.
How does the hose you show connect to the machine to make the plastic spout under the lid work?
I saw a video on YouTube and the WashDog owner connected the hose to the kitchen tap using a Hozelok adapter of some kind.
How does the hose you show connect to the machine to make the plastic spout under the lid work?
vacbear58
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How it works
See the attached link for a video of how to use a 3314
See the attached link for a video of how to use a 3314
ozzie908
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Tanglematic....
I sat and watched my washer this afternoon and had some sheets and a duvet cover in it and boy did it live it to the name of " Tanglematic " How hard would it be to make it wash in both directions so it would untangle the washing?
Austin
I sat and watched my washer this afternoon and had some sheets and a duvet cover in it and boy did it live it to the name of " Tanglematic " How hard would it be to make it wash in both directions so it would untangle the washing?
Austin
keymatic3203
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well done
in getting yourself a hoovermatic and also welcome to the club, sorry for being a bit late into this thread and your previous one, ive been full into the vintage christmas lights the past few weeks and your helping me to get back to the washers again.
I'm in agreement with the advice from steve and ozzie, I don't know how hands on you are with repairs, but your obviously up for the challange. Just tackle one component or problem at a time, you can soon see how things are assembled and how to dismantle them. As Steve siad the knobs are held underneath with circlips, with a a pair of long nosed pliers you shouldnt have too much trouble getting them off. If you want a couple of knobs I have a few spares, though they are pattern ones and a little darker than the originals, drop me an email if you want them.
Also if no one else has mentioned it it would be well worth, greasing the pulsator bearing. Follow steves advice for the pump, also if you can get the pulley off, take the pump impellor out and clean any lint build up around the shaft and grease the bearing up and reassemble, that will help the pump run more reliably. I also like to grease up the valve shaft as well, just to make the change from wash/spin to empty tub smoother, but you can do go on and on depending how fanactical you want to get.
Sorry but I don't have much in the way of service notes for these twin tubs, but I think we've covered all you need for the moment.
But the main thing is to enjoy it and ask away if you have any questions.
All the best, look forward to some photos
Mathew
in getting yourself a hoovermatic and also welcome to the club, sorry for being a bit late into this thread and your previous one, ive been full into the vintage christmas lights the past few weeks and your helping me to get back to the washers again.
I'm in agreement with the advice from steve and ozzie, I don't know how hands on you are with repairs, but your obviously up for the challange. Just tackle one component or problem at a time, you can soon see how things are assembled and how to dismantle them. As Steve siad the knobs are held underneath with circlips, with a a pair of long nosed pliers you shouldnt have too much trouble getting them off. If you want a couple of knobs I have a few spares, though they are pattern ones and a little darker than the originals, drop me an email if you want them.
Also if no one else has mentioned it it would be well worth, greasing the pulsator bearing. Follow steves advice for the pump, also if you can get the pulley off, take the pump impellor out and clean any lint build up around the shaft and grease the bearing up and reassemble, that will help the pump run more reliably. I also like to grease up the valve shaft as well, just to make the change from wash/spin to empty tub smoother, but you can do go on and on depending how fanactical you want to get.
Sorry but I don't have much in the way of service notes for these twin tubs, but I think we've covered all you need for the moment.
But the main thing is to enjoy it and ask away if you have any questions.
All the best, look forward to some photos
Mathew
keymatic3203
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Fill Hose
just forgot your fill hose question, whenyou take the back off you will see the connection directly under the fill/rinse spout, the hose just pushes onto it with a spring clip or jubilee clip to hold it in place. Incase you thought it was more complicated than it is, theres no valves or anything, its all down to the user controlling the tap, if you run the tap the water will pour through the spout either into the spinner or into the washtub.
Again you'll see the operations on the youtube videos.
Mathew
just forgot your fill hose question, whenyou take the back off you will see the connection directly under the fill/rinse spout, the hose just pushes onto it with a spring clip or jubilee clip to hold it in place. Incase you thought it was more complicated than it is, theres no valves or anything, its all down to the user controlling the tap, if you run the tap the water will pour through the spout either into the spinner or into the washtub.
Again you'll see the operations on the youtube videos.
Mathew
launderess
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Tangles
According to my service manual copy one of the reasons given for tangles is prolonged wash times. Goes furhter to say wash time should not exceed the max time alloted on dial.
What one does for badly stained/soiled loads is to run a wash, then allow things to soak for a half hour or so. Once that is done either drain and rewash or start up the washer for a short while and then start with the spinning/rinsing process.
According to my service manual copy one of the reasons given for tangles is prolonged wash times. Goes furhter to say wash time should not exceed the max time alloted on dial.
What one does for badly stained/soiled loads is to run a wash, then allow things to soak for a half hour or so. Once that is done either drain and rewash or start up the washer for a short while and then start with the spinning/rinsing process.
keymatic3203
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reversing pulsator
Hi ozzie, we'll I've often thought about this, as well as a lint filter.
the first thing would be to have an electric timer, as you couldnt have the drive cable to the timer reversing or you're 4 mins would never be up lol. The reversing I think would be best done using a hoover reversing dryer motor and timer, giving a reverse every 37 second have the timer fixed to reverse but not wind down. the other change which you may not think of would be the belt tension, the way the belt is tensioned withe the weight of the motor, only works in the usual clockwise wash direction. Anyway I'm waffling but it would be an interesting experiment to see if anyone does this one day.
I've also had ideas for adding an electric valve to the autorinse and having a preselecter for the number of rinses, and a slow roatation of the spinner whilst the water flows to aid more even rinsing, but thats all many restoration away.
So when your thinking what to do one day Austin give it a go.
That new Hoovermatic of yours looks great, I think its a 3310E.
Mathew
Hi ozzie, we'll I've often thought about this, as well as a lint filter.
the first thing would be to have an electric timer, as you couldnt have the drive cable to the timer reversing or you're 4 mins would never be up lol. The reversing I think would be best done using a hoover reversing dryer motor and timer, giving a reverse every 37 second have the timer fixed to reverse but not wind down. the other change which you may not think of would be the belt tension, the way the belt is tensioned withe the weight of the motor, only works in the usual clockwise wash direction. Anyway I'm waffling but it would be an interesting experiment to see if anyone does this one day.
I've also had ideas for adding an electric valve to the autorinse and having a preselecter for the number of rinses, and a slow roatation of the spinner whilst the water flows to aid more even rinsing, but thats all many restoration away.
So when your thinking what to do one day Austin give it a go.
That new Hoovermatic of yours looks great, I think its a 3310E.
Mathew
sesteve
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Like your thinking
Hi Mathew
Washing bedding or shirts is a particular nightmare for tangling!! I guess the other problem with reversing the direction of the pulsator though is the shape of the wash tub so you could end up with laundry congestion at the bottom of the tub when it reverses lol!!
I think the lack of a lint filter is the main drawback of the Hoovermatic as everything that attracts fluff acts as the filter. The Hotpoint filter flows had the advantage here. I guess with the newer models you could fit a mechanical pump to the wash motor on the side where you would connect in the mechanical timer on the older models and adapt the tub drain pipe. The biggest issue would be returning the water to the tub as not sure where you would do this.
I really like your idea of slow rotation of the spinner too - brilliant. You should jot them down so some of us could try them out
Just a quick question for you though - I've been using the WD40 White Lithium grease but is this ok or should I be using something else for lubricating the bearings. I'm worried about grease getting onto the washing.
Cheers
Steve
Hi Mathew
Washing bedding or shirts is a particular nightmare for tangling!! I guess the other problem with reversing the direction of the pulsator though is the shape of the wash tub so you could end up with laundry congestion at the bottom of the tub when it reverses lol!!
I think the lack of a lint filter is the main drawback of the Hoovermatic as everything that attracts fluff acts as the filter. The Hotpoint filter flows had the advantage here. I guess with the newer models you could fit a mechanical pump to the wash motor on the side where you would connect in the mechanical timer on the older models and adapt the tub drain pipe. The biggest issue would be returning the water to the tub as not sure where you would do this.
I really like your idea of slow rotation of the spinner too - brilliant. You should jot them down so some of us could try them out
Just a quick question for you though - I've been using the WD40 White Lithium grease but is this ok or should I be using something else for lubricating the bearings. I'm worried about grease getting onto the washing.
Cheers
Steve
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The Wash Dog is being collected tomorrow.
I have found a couple of local appliance spares shops that have spares for this machine and one shop (run by an elderly couple) said they MAY have a fill hose for this machine. The other shop showed me a crate with spares in including wheels, bearings, belts, a pump, I am sure there was a control knob too
I have found a couple of local appliance spares shops that have spares for this machine and one shop (run by an elderly couple) said they MAY have a fill hose for this machine. The other shop showed me a crate with spares in including wheels, bearings, belts, a pump, I am sure there was a control knob too
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Here is another of my Hoover Appliances that the WashDog will join
sesteve
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Bet you are excited. You will have lots of fun with it when you get it sorted out. lots of photos please. Fingers crossed for the fill hose - sounds promising. If you go back to the spare parts place could you do me a cheeky favour and ask if they have 4 wheels for the 3314L as I need to buy some as they are missing from my machine and if they have replacement plastic clips for the top of the spin dryer then I could do with those too as haven't been able to find them anywhere. Wish I knew the parts number!!
I'm sure I have an original spare knob if you get stuck
I'm sure I have an original spare knob if you get stuck
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hi!
Yes they had several wheels. Its strange on the Isle of Wight there are lots of "traditional" independent shops still. There is a lovely on in Ryde - family owned - that sells Household appliances, crockery, food mixers and the like. Thy are so helpful in there.
I can't remember if the lady showed me knobs for it as I have knobs on the mind wanting toget the timer control knob sorted. It was such a fluke taking the back off and noticing the snapped shaft on the timer knob and twisting the timer shaft with a pair of pliers there was a click - plugged machine in and off it went - she had a pump but no pump pulley - I guess that bit can be salvaged off the old pump?? The price tag on the pump box (which was all brown and tatty) was £21.50.
I actually wondered if she would take a bulk price to get rid of all the spares?
Yes they had several wheels. Its strange on the Isle of Wight there are lots of "traditional" independent shops still. There is a lovely on in Ryde - family owned - that sells Household appliances, crockery, food mixers and the like. Thy are so helpful in there.
I can't remember if the lady showed me knobs for it as I have knobs on the mind wanting toget the timer control knob sorted. It was such a fluke taking the back off and noticing the snapped shaft on the timer knob and twisting the timer shaft with a pair of pliers there was a click - plugged machine in and off it went - she had a pump but no pump pulley - I guess that bit can be salvaged off the old pump?? The price tag on the pump box (which was all brown and tatty) was £21.50.
I actually wondered if she would take a bulk price to get rid of all the spares?
sesteve
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You could offer to take them off them - they might be glad for the space and I bet they haven't sold any in years. I reckon shops like this up and down the UK chucked loads of stuff out as they have been sadly closing. You are really lucky to still have some. I'll have to pop over on the hovercraft sometime before you snaffle them all up lol
Yep you will be able to take the pulley off the old pump. Love the constellation too - very smart and in excellent condition.
Yep you will be able to take the pulley off the old pump. Love the constellation too - very smart and in excellent condition.
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I adore my constellation! It does have a dent in it though but it was like it when I acquired it second hand!
There is no rust on it and I think the paintwork is original. The floatation ring has the usual drag scratches though.
I do like retro things. My mum has a Hoover fan heater! I think it is very old.
There is another old fashioned spares shop I know of on the mainland so I might ask them if they have spares.
Maybe we all need to go to these local places and buy up the obslete spares for our club!
There is no rust on it and I think the paintwork is original. The floatation ring has the usual drag scratches though.
I do like retro things. My mum has a Hoover fan heater! I think it is very old.
There is another old fashioned spares shop I know of on the mainland so I might ask them if they have spares.
Maybe we all need to go to these local places and buy up the obslete spares for our club!
ozzie908
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I actually wondered if she would take a bulk price to get ri
Or maybe she would like to start using ebay and sell them for twice as much ?
)
Austin
Or maybe she would like to start using ebay and sell them for twice as much ?
) Austin
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I guess as we have now moved towards a throw away society where things are made to last just beyond the warrantee but are uneconomical to repair - spare parts shops have become passe.
Its so sad the way it has all gone. Thankfully although we have throw away consumer goods on the Isle of Wight we are still probably about 25 years behind the times and life is slower here. Where I live we can still go out and leave the door unlocked.
My main washer machine is a Miele WT2670 Washer Dryer and I would not hesitate to get it repaired if it went wrong. I couldnt throw it away and buy again it was quite costly.
Its so sad the way it has all gone. Thankfully although we have throw away consumer goods on the Isle of Wight we are still probably about 25 years behind the times and life is slower here. Where I live we can still go out and leave the door unlocked.
My main washer machine is a Miele WT2670 Washer Dryer and I would not hesitate to get it repaired if it went wrong. I couldnt throw it away and buy again it was quite costly.
