Winning the Dyson CR01 Battle

[andyvivo]

Hi Gary,
I think you would be quite right as there are probably quite a few failing because of the contrarotate not working, or main bearing on it's way out. Had these machines been released a few years later then the drum parts issue would probably wouldn't exist because of Chinese sourced parts.
I think a lot of the problem would be the liquid detergent / fabric softner build up on the spiders. Causing rotting. There were a few locating pegs for the smaller inner shaft that were gone because of this decay.
All I can say is get one cheap and have a play, it is worth it just to have a look at what goes on.

D2D, i'm guessing that your CR02 had later software than mine as I don't get that kind of read out on diagnostics. Have to say they were a bit late in doing this info as my Zanussi displays that kind of information and that was built in 2001. Would have though Dyson would have nailed that.

It would have been good if they had tried doing a more conventional style to capture more sales, as it was a bit of a marmite.

 

[dyson2drums]

Well it was initially a CR01 upgraded to a CR02 under warranty. It was a marmite but that didn't stop us going for it lol.

What machine do you have as your daily driver?

 

[andyvivo]

I have a zanussi IZ16S, and it's still as good as new. Only need the jetsytem pump needed so far.
When you say upgraded, do you mean your CR01 was exchanged with a CR02, or did it have a cosmetic overhaul? (which if mine came into the house it would have to be all silver or all white lol)

 

[andyvivo]

Just though I would add this link for good measure lol

 

[dyson2drums]

I always liked the IZ washing machines Well it was the CR01 flowcheck in full white but the software was upgraded a few times. I wish ours was the silver CR02 allergy model, that looked stunning but the white one was okay. It surely stood out and was always commented on when we had visitors.

 

[andyvivo]

It is deffo a good daily driver, and easy to use. That was an important thing for my mum when I bought one for her to, I put her off with digital washers with a microtronic that took 3 hours on mixed load. Both are the heavy silver (not the IZ161 silver) but I liked that colour too. But by then I had the matching fridge freeze and dishwasher so no going back. Glad I didn't choose white as quite a few I have seen have the awful yellow ageing effect.

What killed your dyson off?

 

[dyson2drums]

It definitely was a really good daily driver. It did a lot of washing and was easy to use and the quick washing times were a bonus. However it had a few problems.

We had it repaired out of warranty when the motors, interlock, planet carrier assembly were replaced and the drums were locked. After that 1 years cover expired from the repair it was causing problems by getting stuck on programs, it was very loud on spins so we decided to opt for a new washing machine. We needed something big and preferably graphite or silver so got the LG F1479FDS5 which we're very happy with

 

[andyvivo]

Ah well I suppose all good things come to an end. I do like the LG machines, ven if sometimes they light up like a christmas tree lol

 

[dyson2drums]

Well lets just say the start up tune and end tune plus the lights always intrigue visitors or family especially kids as they can't keep their hands off.

We've had the machine switched off half way into a wash by a child as the power button isn't included in the child lock which i'd say is a design fault as it is the case with the LG at grans.

 

[andyvivo]

Yes that is daft, hopefully this will get revised on future machines. Does yours have steam cycle?

 

[dyson2drums]

Yes its the model with steam wash, it does help on tough stains Doubt it as the child lock problem has been around for atleast 7 years or so.

 

[chestermikeuk]

Contra

Great pics there Andy, such a complicated machine, similar to the Hoover keymatic using the hollow shaft to in the Hoover case driving the pulsator in Dysons case driving the contrarotator!!

I often wondered if they had also offered a "Stripped back" version sleek & sophisticated with subtle colour, would they have sold more!!

Most kitchen I`ve seen them in look like they are sat in the middle of the room given how much they stuck out from under worktops in small kitchens etc!!

 

[andyvivo]

It really is a pity that there wasn't an alternative option for a more discreet model, such as a toned down CR03. I personally wouldn't want it as my daily driver as it's does not ooze in the styling department. Bit like a Shrek of the laundry world lol.

Although it would probably jut out less than my IZ, it doesn't have a time to go counter, which is a shame. And it's very heavy, so that also puts me off bringing it into the utility room.

Intrestingly in my online trawl last night, I found a mention that a new Dyson model could be on the horizon? how true I don't know. There was no wine consumed last night, so I think my memory is not impaired on this one =D. Will post a link when I find it.

 

[andyvivo]

Found the link

Last paragraph and written last year. I doubt that this will happen for a good few years yet.

http://www.howtocleanthings.org/laundry-tips/dyson-washer-machine/

 

[fido]

Hi Andy, if a customer asked you to do bearings on a Dyson:
a) would you do it?
b) how many hours would you charge?

 

[chestermikeuk]

Blogs

Andy, that a web site optimisation blog, nothing more, the webs full of them, pages of irelevant text with relevant buzzwords to drive your ranking up on Google!!

I dont think anythings due - BUT never say never!!

 

[matchboxpaul]

Blimey Andy.

Thats one unusual and rather complicated looking machne Dyson designed! Really good to be able to see photos of the internal components of these unique machines.

Thanks for updating us all along the way.

Paul
p.s the machine looks in superb condition.

 

[glenfieldmathk1]

69l is big enough for even a King size duvet

I just read a message from someone saying there 69l drum will not fit a duvet, and they miss the Dyson 74l drum for it.
Can I just add the LG Steam has dedicated Duvet cycles (although not actually hot enough to kill the bed bug, but still at least they tried), and 69l is big enough for even King size duvets.
I have washed a double Duvet in my 5KG 50l drum Hotpoint, and its been fine, with good results.

 

[dyson2drums]

Hey glenfieldmathk1

I have tried putting the king size duvet into the washing machine but it just won't fit, a third or quarter of the duvet will stick out which means I can't even shut the door. I don't know what tog it is but its a thick duvet. I've fitted double duvets and they were washed very well with steam wash being selected.

As far as i'm aware my old dyson had a 78l drum which is what it says on the poster I have which is the actual size of the machine.

Maybe if it was a thinner (lower tog) duvet it would've fitted.

 

[glenfieldmathk1]

oh right, I am just thinking maybe LG is not true to size.
I am sure I read on there website the LG can handle Kingsize duvets of up to 11.5 tog. Maybe thats the 11Kg Model though!!

Yes, sorry meant 78l.