washing machine overheating??

frazzel

Hi all,
I have a tricity bendix aw1001 w and im having problems with it the last few weeks. If i put it on any cycle hotter than 30 degrees it pauses during the cycle and the door is too hot to touch. i have to put it on a colder cycle to finish it and be able to open the door. Could this be a serious problem or something i could have a go at fixing myself?

thanks in advance for any replies!

preytec

sounds like the thermostat could be gone but it maybe a program timer fault. if i had to make a bet i'd bet on the thermostat.
but if your interested and in Dublin. i'm getting a washing machine next week to bring to the recycling center. you can have that for free if you want. it's a basic models about 10 years old but it's still working perfectly.

frazzel

thanks a million for the offer. thats very kind but im not near dublin and wouldnt be able to make it up there any time soon.

is replacing a thermostat something that can be done yourself? im fairly handy with diy so if its not a big job, id give it a go!! how would i know if its gone?

Billy Bunting

Easy enough changed if it is the stat, i agree with praytec, it could be a program fault.
Tilt machine back and the stat will be visible, small black case with 4 or 5 wires attached, it is pushed into a grommit and easy removed, you will need to use a sealer fitting the new one.

Good luck.

preytec

i found this on youtube, it's not your make but it it'll give you an idea of what you have to do., btw he's replacing the element but it removes the thermostat during the vid

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PMYM_j8Uoyk