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Zanussi Washing Machine Fault

minzabud · 2021-08-20 16:53:01

Hi, I'm trying to fix a washing machine for my elderly neighbour and don't want to be wasting their time or money on a rabbit hole. Washing machine tripping rcd when powered on, took the top off and disconnected a few plugs and does not trip when the pressure switch is disconnected, I think I can get a replacement part for…

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20-08-2021 5:53pm

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minzabud

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Hi, I'm trying to fix a washing machine for my elderly neighbour and don't want to be wasting their time or money on a rabbit hole.
Washing machine tripping rcd when powered on, took the top off and disconnected a few plugs and does not trip when the pressure switch is disconnected, I think I can get a replacement part for 50e but not sure its worth the punt as seems unlikely the pressure switch would trip the rcd?

Any help appreciated

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#2 22-08-2021 12:01pm
The Red Ace

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undo the heating element leads and motor harness and see if it stops tripping, then refit one at time and see which one causes the problem

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#3 22-08-2021 12:25pm
daheff

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How old is the washing machine? If it's 4 or 5 years there may be limited life left in it. How much do you sink into it before it's better to get a new one?

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