Ariston arwxf129w parts how to#
Option #2 sounded a lot better to me as it could all be done from the front without moving the machine, all I had to do was figure out how to partially remove the drum seal without ripping it – the replacement part is $200! Splendide support did not recommend I take this approach as it required some experience and a delicate touch. There is very little room in front of the dryer cabinet so this is a difficult operation. In addition all the water and vent hoses have to be disconnected.
Having previously done option #1 when our water heater needed repair (it lives underneath the washer/dryer cabinet) I knew what a major PITA this was – some trim on the cabinet front needs to be disassembled and a way to support the unit when it is slid out is required. So that means either 1) it has to come out of the cabinet so the top can be removed for access to the switch or 2) the rubber drum seal on the front of the machine has to be partially removed for access to the switch. Keep in mind this very heavy machine is shoehorned into a tightly fitting cabinet and there is no access from the top, bottom or sides. Sounds simple enough, but the first trick was to get at the switch. A new replacement switch costs about $75 so this “temporary” fix is an attractive option. I was told the switch/lock has three wires (brown/black/white) and if I cut and shorted black and brown wires this would bypass the power interrupting switch and disable the locking function. The implication being that it was up to me to determine the precise definition of “temporary”. The support folks were very friendly and helpful and suggested that I confirm that the issue is in fact with the door latch/lock by “temporarily” bypassing it. There should only be a delay of about one minute before the latch unlocks. I suspect eventually it would get to the point where the door would never unlatch.Īfter calling tech support, it turns out the door latch/lock assembly has a temperature sensing device utilizing a bi-metallic strip – well in theory ours is “worn out”. If you just started a cycle and forgot to put something in, this is unacceptable. The latch locks fine on our unit – unlocking it is the issue! After it locks it can take up to an hour for the latch to unlock itself. Like any front loader, the door handle locks when the machine is running – you don’t want to accidentally open the door when the drum is part filled with water. One problem we have had (and I think many others) is with the locking door latch. Our unit is a vented model – they also come in vent-less versions that use cold water to condensate out the dryer moisture. Also, after showering, popping the damp towels in the dryer for a few minutes freshens and nicely drys them out.
Ariston arwxf129w parts plus#
On the plus side, having the washer and dryer in one unit makes the process seamless – no need to move the clothes from the washer to the dryer.
Ariston arwxf129w parts upgrade#
Newer models have significantly increased capacity – we may consider an upgrade eventually.
Our model year 2005 Italian made Splendide 2000S washer/dryer combo has a relatively small capacity and can take a long time to dry if overloaded, but we have found doing a small load every other day or so eliminates these shortcomings. Our on board washer/dryer on the Discovery is an important feature to us – we don’t like the cost or time waste involved with laundromats.
If you have any doubts please contact Westland Sales for help. A reader reported damage to the control board on his ARWXF129W (Washer only) model which is apparently wired differently. WARNING: This post refers to a 2005 Splendide model, use caution and do not attempt this fix on some current models of the Splendide products.
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