The Domestic Goddess Can Handle A Washing Machine Problem

How would domestic goddesses Trinny and Susanna or Kim and Aggie deal with washing machine problems? Would they scream, shout or have it repaired with a dignified silence and a cup of English tea?

It can be really infuriating when a washing machine fails us for whatever the reason, especially when there is a pile of washing to do and no laundrette within miles.  If you’d like to handle the situation in the same way that one of the great UK domestic goddesses would, then read on.

The Modern Day Goddess

While I have no doubt in my mind that a domestic goddess must be able to deal perfectly with a washing machine problem, just like she can all other household problems and issues, cleanliness is next to godliness and any washing machine problem must be sorted quickly and efficiently.  Piles of washing around the house just will not do. 

An option is to hand wash, which is going to be time consuming and involve scrubbing stains and everyday dirt; not a long term solution for someone who has other tasks to do on a daily basis.  Being perfect doesn’t come easily.

A Quick Guide to Washing Machine Problems

Probably a reasonable estimate to assume that most houses in the UK have a washing machine and it’s almost inevitable that your machine will encounter a problem at some point, especially if you find yourself living in a hard water area.  Many problems are simple to solve and it’s worth noting that it might not always be a fault with the machine; maybe the water supply has been turned off by your water supplier or the machine isn’t switched on at the power supply.  These may sound obvious, but you’d be surprised how many people panic at this stage for no reason.

There are many problems that your machine can encounter, the most common being the washing machine not rotating, which means that the motor has stopped working or the belt has moved, preventing the drum from turning. 

Another common fault is the drum not rotating and the machine still filling and emptying water as it should, normally a repairable problem with the motor.

A domestic goddess will always want to sort out her zanussi washing machine problems as soon as possible. You can do this via a few simple tips.

To check to see if the belt is on correctly, turn the drum with your hand, if it has come off it won’t feel resistant when turning.  The domestic goddess will be familiar with the normal resistance of turning the drum looking for lost items of clothing, usually her husbands and children’s socks.  If you want to take a proper look unplug the machine and take off the back to see if the belt has come away.

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