Hotpoint Ariston ARGD149K EU Operating and installation instructions

Indesit Company UK Ltd
© 2008 Reg. Office: Peterborough PE2 9JB Registered in London: 106725
Service
Information
WASHING
MACHINE
Models Comm.
Covered Code
LCD Display
ARGD149K EU 61359
5407472 Issue 1 Sept 2008

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SAFETY NOTES & GENERAL SERVICING ADVICE
1. This manual is NOT intended as a comprehensive repair/maintenance guide to the appliance.
2. It should ONLY be used by suitably qualified persons having technical competence applicable
product knowledge and suitable tools and test equipment.
3. Servicing of electrical appliances must be undertaken with the appliance disconnected (unplugged)
from the electrical supply.
4. Servicing must be preceded by Earth Continuity, Earth Resistance and Insulation Resistance
checks.
5. Personal safety precautions must be taken to protect against accidents caused by sharp edges on
metal and plastic parts.
6. After servicing the appliance must be rechecked for Electrical Safety. In the case of appliances
which are connected to a water supply (i.e.: Washing Machines, Dishwashers & Food Centres etc.)
checks must be made for leaks from seals gaskets and pipe work and rectification carried out where
necessary.
7. Itcanbedangeroustoattempt 'DIY' repairs /maintenance on complex equipmentandtheCompany
recommends that any problem with the appliance is referred to its own Service Organisation.
8. WhilsttheCompany hasendeavouredtoensurethe accuracyof the datawithin this publicationthey
cannot hold themselves responsible for any inconvenience or loss occasioned by any error within.
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTE
Risk of Electric Shock
The metal heatsink fitted on the
Power Module may hold an
electrical charge for a short
period after switching off the
machine.
Allow 5 minutes after
disconnecting the machine
from the electrical supply
before commencing ANY work.

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SERIAL NUMBER / INDUSTRIAL CODE EXPLANATION
INDEX
Safety & Servicing Notes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Serial Number Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Controls & Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 8
Wash Programmes & Demo Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Controls Information / Main Board Programming. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 11
Automatic Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Wiring Diagram Legend. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Wiring Diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Error Codes & Possible Causes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Dismantling Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 - 21
Serial Number Example
3 10 02 0895
Four remaining digits = Build number that day 895th built
Third two digits = Day of manufacture 2nd of month
Second two digits = Month of manufacture October
First digit = Year of manufacture 2003
Industrial Code Example
37 24455 0010
Last four digits = 0000 original production.
Second five digits = COMMERCIAL CODE*
First two digits = Factory of origin
* Vital for correct model information and system identification
Other numbers denote major production changes

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SPECIFICATIONS
Models Covered ARGD149K EU
Colour K = Black
Dimensions Height 850 mm
Width 595 mm
Depth 600 mm
Weight 72 kg Nett
Weight Packed 74 kg
Country of Origin Great Britain - Kinmel Park Factory (94)
Electrical Supply 220/240 Volts AC @ 50Hz Fuse 13amp
Energy Class A
Washing Performance Class: A
Drying Performance Class: B
Energy Consumption 1.52 kWh / Cycle @ 60°C Cotton
Water Consumption 69 litres @ 60°C Cotton
Wash Load 8 kg Cottons
Spin Speed 1400 rpm
Drum (Outer) Plastic. Capacity = 58 litres
Control PCB 220/240Volt 50/60Hz Type Merloni EVO 2
Water Supply Cold Valve - Coil Resistance 3.8 KΩ
Cold Fill only Max Pressure = 1 Mpa (10bar / 145 PSI)
Minimum Pressure = 0.05 Mpa (0.5bar / 7.25 PSI)
Wash Heater 1700 Watts @ 230 volts
Resistance 30Ω
Thermistor NTC Resistance: 20KΩ@ 20°C
Pump 2 Pole Synchronous
220 / 240 Volt 25 Watt, Resistance = 165 Ω
Wash Motor CESET 3 Phase Induction (stator 50)
195v - 3A - 800W - 310Hz - 17500rpm.
Door Lock P.T.C. solenoid with emergency door release
Torque Settings Upper Balance Weight = 24 Nm
Lower Balance Weight = 24 Nm
NOTE: - The module fitted in production has a fixed (welded) EEProm and can only be programmed
with a Smart Card / Palm (Hand Held Device).
Programme (1st press of the
button); temperature 60°C;
using a load of 8 kg
}Energy rated programmes
according to regulation
EN 60456

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CONTROLS
FIRST TIME USE
The first time the machine is switched on, you will be asked to select the language - the display will
automatically show the language selection menu. To select the desired language, press the
Temperature and Spin buttons to scroll through the choices. To confirm the selection press the Child
Lock button. To select a different language option, press and hold the Child lock button + Temperature
button + Spin button simultaneously for 5 seconds to enter the language selection menu.
(The machine must be switched on to do this.)
ON-OFF / SELECTING A PROGRAMME
The machine is switched on by pressing the ON-OFF button.
The display lights up.
Load the laundry and detergent.
Select the desired programme by pressing the correct programme button. Select the option required.
The display will show the programme selected, spin speed, temperature and time.
Press the Start / Cancel button.
A beep will be heard followed by a CLUNK from the door lock solenoid as it locks the door, at this stage
the door locked indicator symbol will light.
TO STOP OR CHANGE A PROGRAMME
Press the ON-OFF button for approximately 3 seconds
Select PUMP OUT on the programme dial.
Switch on and re-start.
When the machine has finished emptying, press the ON-OFF button.
Select a new programme and re-start.
NOTE: If you cancel a HOT wash programme, take care when removing the laundry, it may still be
VERY HOT.
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DOOR LOCKED INDICATOR LIGHT
The Door Locked indicator light will come on when you press the START / PAUSE button and will stay
lit throughout the programme.When the programme has finished, the indicator light will go out and you
can then open the door.
A double CLUNK noise will be heard from the door lock solenoid at this point.
If the door is not closed properly prior to starting as programme, the door lock solenoid will 'CLUNK'
approximately 5 times followed by a flashing DOOr indication in the display window. Every 5 seconds
from then onwards there will be an audible beep.
Push the door closed and press START / PAUSE button to commence the cycle.
N.B. If the Delay Start function has been activated, the door cannot be opened; Pause it by pressing
the Start/Pause button if you wish to open the door.
CHILD LOCK
To set the Child Lock, start the programme required then press and hold the Child Lock button for
2 seconds. At this point a red LED will illuminate on the button - Child Lock function is now active.
To Remove Child Lock - Press and hold the Child Lock button down for 2 seconds.
NOTE: - The Child Lock option will need to be removed before another programme can be selected.
MEMORY
To store a customised programme with different preferences, press and hold the Memory (M) button to
store the programme. To recall the stored cycle, press the memory button.

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OPTIONS
Options are selected by pressing the button and confirmed by illumination an orange LED sited in the
button.
If an option is not available with a programme, the LED will flash and a bleeping noise will be heard
when pressing the button.
MINI LOAD This option is recommended if the Wash Load is equal to or less than half of the
maximum recommended load. In addition to reducing the actual wash time, this option will reduce
the water and energy consumption by 50%. It cannot be used with & Pump Out options.
EASY IRON By selecting this option the wash and spin cycles will be modified in order to reduce
creases. At the end of the cycle, the drum will turn periodically and the Start/Pause and Reduce
Creases lights will flash Orange & End of Cycle will appear in the display. To complete the
programme, press Start/Pause or Easy Iron button. If it is used with Silk/Curtains Cycle the
machine suspends the wash load in water with Start /Pause and Easy Iron lights flashing Orange
and Rinse Hold will appear in the display. To complete the programme (pump out water) press
Start/Pause or Easy Iron buttons. It cannot be used with & Pump Out options.
CHILD LOCK When activated programme and functions cannot be altered.
(Control panel lock)
EXTRA RINSE By selecting this option, the efficiency of the Rinse is increased and optimal
detergent removal is guaranteed. Ideal for large wash loads and items for young children or
people with sensitive skin. It cannot be used with & Pump Out options.
DELAY START Press this button repeatedly until the desired delay period has been reached.
This can be set from 1 to 24 hours.
SPIN REDUCTION Pressing this button can reduce or completely exclude the Spin Cycle.
The Spin Speed set will be indicated in the display.
TEMPERATURE Pressing this button will decrease the programme temperature pre-set by the
programme selection and will be indicated in the display.
PREWASH If this function is selected, the pre-wash cycle will run; this is useful for removing
stubborn stains. N.B.: put the detergent in the relevant compartment.
It cannot be used with & Pump Out options.
Option Buttons
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STAIN REMOVAL This function is particularly
useful for the removal of stubborn stains.
Place extra compartment 4 (supplied) into
compartment 1. When pouring in the bleach, be
careful not to exceed the “max” level marked on the
central pivot (see figure).
To run the bleach cycle on its own, pour the bleach
into extra compartment 4, set the “Rinse”
programme and activate the “Stain removal”
programme.
To bleach during a wash cycle, pour in the
detergent and any fabric softener you wish to use,
set the desired wash cycle and enable the “Stain
removal” function.
N.B. The use of extra compartment 4 excludes the
“Pre-wash” function.
It cannot be used with & Pump Out
options.
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WASH PROGRAMMES
DEMO MODE
LANGUAGE SELECTION
To change the language on the appliance, press and hold the following 3 buttons for
approximately 5 seconds:
CHILD LOCK (Control Panel Lock)
SPIN REDUCTION BUTTON
TEMPERATURE SELECTION
Then select the language required using the TEMPERATURE or SPIN buttons.
Confirm the selection by pressing the CHILD LOCK (Control Panel Lock) button.
To Activate Demo Mode
Press and hold the following 3 buttons
simultaneously for approximately 20 seconds.
ON / OFF BUTTON
OPTION BUTTON NEAREST TO
START/PAUSE BUTTON
START / PAUSE
Demo ON will flash periodically in the
display.
To De-Select Demo Mode
Press and hold the following 2 buttons
simultaneously for approximately 3 seconds:
ON / OFF BUTTON
START / PAUSE
Demo OFF will appear in the display.
Note:- At this point the user will need to
select the language required. There are
approximately 22 languages available.
For all Test Institutes:
* Test wash cycle in compliance with regulation EN 60456: set wash cycle with a temperature of 60 C.
Description of the wash cycle
Max.
temp.
( C)
Max.
speed
(rpm)
Detergents
Max.
load
(kg)
Max.
load
(kg) Cycle
duration
Pre-
wash Bleach Wash Fabric softener Normal Mini
Load
Everyday wash cycles (Daily)
Cotton (*) (1st press of the button): extre ely soiled whites. 90° 1400 lll l 84
Cotton (2nd press of the button ): heavily soiled whites and resistant colours. 60° 1400 lll l 84
Cotton
(3rd press of the button): heavily soiled whites and delicate colours. 40° 1400 lll l 84
Synthetics (1st press of the button): heavily soiled resistant colours. 60° 800 lll l 3,5 1,5
Synthetics (2nd press of the button): lightly soiled resistant colours. 40° 800 lll l 3,5 1,5
Mix 30' (1st press of the button): to refresh lightly soiled gar ents quickly
(not suitable for wool, silk and clothes which require washing by hand). 30° 800
- -
ll 3
-
Mix 15' (2nd press of the button ) : to refresh lightly soiled gar ents quickly (not
suitable for wool, silk and clothes w hich require washing by hand). 30° 800
- -
ll 1,5
-
Special cycles / Memory
Baby cycle: heavily soiled delicate colours. 40° 800
-
ll l 21
Memory: allows for any wash cycle to be stored.
Silk/Curtains:
for gar ents in silk and viscose, lingerie. 30° 0
- -
ll 21
Wool:
for wool, cash ere, etc. 40° 600
-
ll l 21
Partial wash cycles
Fast Spin (1 st press of the button)
-
1400
- - - -
8
-
Slow spin (2nd press of the button)
-
800
- - - -
3,5
-
Rinse cottons (1st press of the button)
-
1400
-
l
-
l84
Pu p out (2nd press of the button )
-
0
- - - -
8
-
The duration of the wash cycles can be checked
on the display.
Wash cycles
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CONTROLS INFORMATION
A single control board located at the back of the machine contains all the circuitry to control the
machine and interfaces with the LCD / Selector, option buttons and LEDs located on the console
panel. The control board has an access port to the rear of the machine.
Programmes are selected by using the Selector Dial. Special options can be selected by pressing the
appropriate buttons and the programme process followed by LEDs.
The machine is switched on using the On/Off button and selected programmes started by pressing the
Start/Cancel button.
MAIN BOARD PROGRAMMING
Programming a Main Board
There are a number of ways the board can be programmed - some of which are not applicable to
certain markets.
Types of programming:
1. Handheld Terminal (Palm).
2. Emit / Memwriter (UK Indesit Service Engineers).
3. Smart Reader & Smart Card see photo.
Smart Card Reader
Smart Card
this card hold the program file
and can only be used ONCE.

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PROGRAMMING (Using Smartcard Reader / Card)
If the Main Module has been replaced during a repair the board will require programming using the
following method.
1. Do NOT connect the machine to electrical supply.
2. Insert the pre-programmed card into the Card
reader. Care must be taken at this point to ensure
the card is inserted correctly with the Chip on the
card facing the PCB of the Reader.
3. Insert the Reader & Card into module connection
port - see photo.
4. Connect the machine to the Electrical supply, the
LED's on the Smart Card Reader will light in this
sequence:
a) Red OFF: Good Communication between Smart
Card Reader & Card.
b) Red OFF; Green Blinking: Download taking place.
c) At end, Green ON ---> Download OK.
d) At end, Red ON ---> Download NOT OK.
5. Programming Complete, disconnect the machine
from Electrical supply.
6. Remove the Smart Card Reader.
Smart Card Reader
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Automatic Features
Auto Half Load
Auto half load adjusts the amount of water in the wash load depending on the absorbency of garments
in the wash load.
Fabric Conditioner Dispensing
Dispensing of fabric conditioner is achieved by energising both the Pre-Wash and Main Wash cold
valves.
Out of Balance Protection
The machine has an inbuilt feature to prevent spinning with an unbalanced load. A calculation via the
motor tacho and control board detects the current drawn by the motor during distribution.
Before each spin, the controls senses the load within the drum and if the load is calculated to be out of
balance the machine will not automatically spin to the full speed.
There are two levels of out of balance, level 1 @ 480 grammes and level 2 @ 1030 grammes.
If the out of balance is below level 1 the machine will spin at full speed, if between level 1 and level 2
the machine will spin at the reduced speed of 600 rpm and above level 2 spin at reduced speed of 400
rpm. There are 15 attempts at level 1 with 57 attempts in total, this being the same for both cotton and
synthetic spins.
The wool spin has one level of out of balance @ 1.8 kg. The controls will make three attempts to
achieve a balance, if after three attempts a balance is not achieved; the spin is reduced to a speed of
90 rpm.
WIRING DIAGRAM LEGEND
EV Solenoid valve N Neutral or Terminal board
EVA Drying solenoid valve PS Drain pump
EVC Hot water solenoid valve R Heating element
EVF Cold water solenoid valve RR Heating element
EVL Wash solenoid valve TG Main earth
EVP Prewash solenoid valve NNeutral or Terminal board
IP Door switch
LLine or Lamp
MR Microdelay device

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WIRING DIAGRAM
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ERROR CODES & POSSIBLE CAUSES
When an error occurs the following will be indicated in the display.
Refer to the chart below for the error code definitions.
LCD
Display
Code Possible Causes & Actions
F01 Motor triac short circuit: Check motor and module connections
F02 Motor jammed / tacho detached: Check motor and module connections
F03 NTC short/open circuit: Check thermistor and module connections
F04 Pressure switch jammed on empty: Check switch and module
F05 Pressure switch jammed on full or pump blocked: Check pump and switch
F06 N/A
F07 Heater relay stuck: Check heater and module connections
F08 Heater relay stuck: Check pressure switch, heater and module connections
F09 Setup error: Check Eeprom
F10 Pressure switch not sensing: Check switch and module connections
F11 Pump cannot be activated: Check pump, connections and wiring
F12 No communication between cards: Check module connections
F13 High temperature Rise In Drying: Reduced air flow through dryer heater
assembly.
Check operation of fan motor and dryer filter for blockage
F14 No Heat In Drying: Check one shot thermostat. Check heater, valve and fan
motor module connections. Edge connector J10
F15 No Drying: Possibly dryer relay open circuit
F16 N/A
F17 Door lock error: Check door, door lock and module connections
F18 Communication error (3 phase motor): Replace power board

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DISMANTLING INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY NOTES
1. Ensure that the appliance is disconnected from the electrical supply before dismantling.
2. Beware of sharp edges on metal panels, plastic mouldings, and pressed parts.
3. Some fixings (especially those into plastic) must be tightened to the correct specification using a
suitable torque wrench.
4. Insulation resistance tests must be carried out with the pressure switch set to ensure that the water
heater is 'in-circuit' during the test.
These appliances are manufactured with a '3 phase' motor and uses a different type of power
module. This power board is fitted with a large aluminium heat sink which remains live after
the power is disconnected.
Under no circumstances should the board be removed under the time shown below.
Alternative 'quick methods' of discharging the board SHOULD NOT be used or attempted.!
A Table Top
1. Remove the two screws at the top rear of cabinet.
2. Slide the table top backwards to disengage the location fixings at the rear and lift off.
B Lower Rear Access Panel
1. Remove three screws from the lower rear access panel.
2. Pull the top edge of the panel out and disengage it from its location fixings along the bottom.
C Dispenser Drawer
1. Open the dispenser drawer fully. Holding the dispenser firmly, lift the right hand side and slide
towards you.
2. Remove the drawer pivot pin and remove the drawer front.
D Console Panel
1. Remove the table top (A).
2. Remove the dispenser drawer (C).
3. Remove two top screws securing the panel to the cabinet and two screws securing the panel to the
dispenser.
4. Unplug the wiring from the cabinet side to the console PCB - taking note of position.
5. Remove two screws from the valve support plate and move the dispenser to the rear.
6. Unclip two plastic lugs securing the console panel to the front panel and lift clear.
7. Avoid unclipping and handling the control board unless absolutely necessary, as the control board
is susceptible to static electricity.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Risk of Electric Shock
The metal heatsink fitted on the Power Module
may hold an electrical charge for a short period
after switching off the machine.
Allow 5 minutes after disconnecting the
machine from the electrical supply before
commencing ANY work.

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E Console PCB & Button Assemblies
1. Remove the console panel (D).
2. Remove wiring plug - taking note of position.
3. Remove three securing clips and lift away from the console.
F Pressure Switch
1. Remove the table top (A).
2. Disconnect the wiring connection block and pressure hose.
3. Carefully unclip bracket from cabinet side and then unclip switch from bracket.
G Door Seal & Restraint:
1. Door Seal to Front Panel Fixing
The door seal is fixed to the cabinet front panel by a wire clamp and a small spring. The spring is
normally at the bottom of the door.
Carefully place a small screwdriver into one of the lugs of the spring and by stretching the spring
the wire band can be removed.
2. Drum Fixing
The door seal is fixed to the drum with a zipper retainer. After removing the front panel (J) remove
the zipper retainer.
On refitting place the zipper retainer around the door seal and tighten. Observe correct seal and
zipper fixing positions.
H Door Interlock
1. Remove the door seal restraint (G).
2. Peel the door seal off the front panel, and fold it back into the inner drum.
3. Remove 2 screws from the interlock.
4. Theinterlockcannow be eased out,allowingaccessto the wiring connection blockandemergency
release strap.
5. Care must be taken to ensure the correct orientation of the wiring connection plug to prevent
seriously damaging the interlock and / or control board.

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J Front Panel
1. Remove the table top (A), dispenser drawer (C) and console panel (D).
2. Remove the door seal restraint (G) and door interlock (H).
3. Grip the appliance kickstrip at both ends tilt forwards, and pull it off in a forward direction.
4. Remove 4 front panel fixing screws (2 bottom and 2 top).
5. Slide the dispenser housing backwards so that it clears the console backplate opening.
6. Lift the front panel upwards to disengage the four cabinet fixing pegs, and lift off.
K Door Seal
1. Remove the table top (A), dispenser drawer (C) and console panel (D).
2. Remove the door seal restraint (G), door interlock (H) and front panel (j).
3. Remove the drum door seal restraint (G) and lift clear.
LDriveBelt
1. Remove the table top (A).
2. Remove the lower rear access panel (B).
3. Carefully peel the belt off the motor pulley taking care not to trap fingers and using suitable
protection against sharp edges.
4. To refit the belt, place it round the motor pulley first, tie-wrap the belt onto the drum pulley, and
rotate the drum from the door aperture to move the belt into position.
5. Ensure any remaining tie-wraps are removed.
It is essential for continued safety that only a genuine spare is fitted. The belt is electrically
conductive and provides an electrical earth to prevent static built up on the inner drum assembly.
I Door Assembly
1. Open the door through 180° and remove four
screws securing the hinges to the front panel.
Ease the hinges from the panel.
2. The door trims can now be split. Lay the door
assembly face down on a suitably protected
surface and remove 6 screws securing the two
halves of the door.
3. Unclip the two halves at the hinge end and
separate a sufficient distance to slide out the door
glass.
4. When removing the hinges, note the orientation.
To remove, fold hinges inward, slide towards each
other to release other end. See photo.
Reassemble in reverse order.
5. To fully separate the halves, slide the front away
from the handle.
6. To remove the handle or latch, slide securing pin
out noting the position of the spring and latch.
Top Hinge removal (shown below) -
Slide towards lower hinge, twist to the left and slide
up to release.
Lower Hinge removal - Slide upwards, twist to the
right and slide down to release.

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MMotor
1. Remove the lower rear access panel (B) and drive belt (L).
2. Disconnect the motor wiring connection plug and earth wire.
3. Using a 13 mm socket or ratchet ring spanner, remove both motor mount fixing screws.
4. Ease the motor off the drum mountings.
5. Prior to refitting the motor, ensure that the drip shield and mounting-bush arenot worn or damaged.
6. When refitting the motor plug, ensure correct positioning of the motor plug as shown with all cables
aligned.
N(a) Lower Balance Weight
1. Remove the table top (A), dispenser drawer (C) and console panel (D).
2. Remove the door seal restraint (G), door interlock (H) and front panel (J).
3. Using a 13 mm socket or spanner, remove three balance weight fixing screws.
4. Pull the weight forward off its mounting lugs.
5. When refitting the balance weight it is essential to ensure that the thread forming screws are
tightened to 24Nm (using a suitable torque-wrench) and that the screws find their original threads,
otherwise the thread can be stripped from the plastic drum lug.
N(b) Top Balance Weight
1. Remove the table top (A).
2. Using a 13 mm socket or spanner, remove three balance weight fixings screws.
3. Lift the weight off the drum mountings.
4. When refitting the balance weight it is essential to ensure that the thread forming screws are
tightened to 18Nm (using a suitable torque-wrench) and that the screws find their original threads,
otherwise the thread can be stripped from the plastic drum lug.
P Heater / Thermistor
1. Remove the rear lower access panel (B).
2. Remove the heater wiring and detach the thermistor plug.
3. Slacken off the 10 mm heater fixing nut and withdraw the heater from the drum.
QDrumPulley
1. Remove the rear lower access panel (B).
2. Carefully peel the belt off the motor pulley taking care not to trap fingers.
3. Using a 13mm socket or spanner, remove the fixing bolt in the centre of the pulley.
4. Pull the pulley off the drum shaft.
5. To ensure adequate pulley security always fit the correct pulley bolt (high tensile with dog-point).
If refitting the original bolt apply an engineering Nutlock (Part No. C00981009) to the bolt threads.
R(a) Suspension Damper
1. Remove two suspension clamp fixing screws and unclip the clamp from the chassis.
2. Remove the table top (A), dispenser drawer (C) and console panel (D).
3. Remove the door seal restraint (G), door interlock (H) and front panel (J).
4. Remove the lower balance weight (Na) if access is required to the left-hand damper.
5. Unclip any wiring retained within the integral clip on the bottom damper moulding.
6. Remove the plastic peg securing the damper to the outer drum using special tool
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7. Withdraw the suspension damper. The unit should not be split and is not serviceable.
8. When reassembling, fit a new plastic peg if the locking-tab on it shows signs of damage.
R(b) Suspension Spring
1. Remove the table top (A).
2. Unclip any wiring retained within the integral clip on the spring bearing keeper plate.
3. Gently lever out the bearing keeper plate with a small flat bladed screwdriver.
4. Unhook the spring from the cabinet top rail bearing.
S Dispenser
1. Remove the table top (A) and dispenser drawer (C).
2. Remove two screws around the dispenser recess and two screws from valve support panel.
3. Ease the dispenser backwards to unclip it from the cabinet top rail.
4. Remove the dispenser outlet hose, and any harness retention ties.
T Drain Pump
1. Remove the lower rear access panel (B).
2. Detach the sump hose from the pump using a suitable container to catch any water.
3. Disconnect the drain hose from the pump and unplug the wiring connection block.
4. Lift plastic the locking tab and slide the pump inwards and lift clear.
U Inner Drum Lifter
1. Insert a small screwdriver onto the 3rd lifter hole from the front of the drum.
This will depress the drum flap securing the lifter.
2. Slide the lifter to the front of the drum and remove.
3. Before refitting, lift the drum locking tab 3 mm above the drum surface.
4. Offer the lifter to the holes in the drum, slide lifter to the back of the drum until a click is heard as
the lifter is locked into place.
V(a) Drum Assembly
1. Remove the table top (A).
2. Remove the top balance weight (Nb).
3. Remove the dispenser drawer (C).
4. Remove the console panel (D).
5. Remove the dispenser (S).
6. Remove the front panel (J).
7. Remove the lower balance weight (Na).
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8. Remove the lower rear access panel (B).
9. Remove the motor (M).
10. Detach the drum from the damper units by removing the two plastic pegs using special
tool Part No. C00141734.
11. Remove the sump hose fixing clip and detach the sump hose from the sump chamber.
12. Disconnect heater / thermistor wiring and release the wiring harness from the drum clips.
13. Unclip any wiring retained within the integral clip on the spring bearing keeper plates.
14. Gently lever out the spring bearing keeper plates with a small flat bladed screwdriver.
15. Unhook springs from the cabinet top rail bearings.
16. Carefully lift the drum assembly out of the cabinet.
V(b) Inner Drum & Support Assembly / Drum Seal / Outer Drum Halves (see note below)
1. Remove the drum assembly (Va).
2. Remove the drum pulley (Q).
3. Loosen the inner drum assembly by tapping the drum shaft with a soft copper hammer or by
inserting a pin punch into the shaft hole and tapping with a copper hammer.
4. Remove sixteen T30 Torx head drum fixing screws and detach the drum front.
5. Lift out the inner drum and support assembly.
6. The inner drum and support are not designed to be separated, and must be replaced as an
assembly if required.
7. Always fit a replacement drum seal if the drum has been split and ensure that the seal joint is at
thetop. Whenreassemblingthedrum halves itis essentialtoensure thatthethread formingscrews
find their original threads, otherwise the thread can be stripped from the plastic drum lugs.
Retighten the drum joint fixing screws to 8Nm (using a suitable torque-wrench).
W Cabinet
1. Remove the table top (A).
2. Remove the dispenser drawer (C) and console panel (D).
3. Remove the front panel (J).
4. Remove the lower balance weight (Na).
5. Remove the lower rear access panel (B).
6. Remove the motor (M).
7. Remove the top balance weight (Nb).
8. Remove the drum assembly (Va).
9. Remove the drain pump (T).
10. Unscrew the feet, remove the wheels and remove hose clips from the rear of the cabinet.