But if you're struggling to fit the machine under your worktop, you could try lowering the machine's adjustable feet to gain an extra few centimetres.

When a washing machine fails to start the spin cycle, it is usually because the door needs to be latched correctly, the tub must drain all the water after the drain cycle, or the clothing must be balanced or lighter. It’s making a loud noise Another possible culprit could be the water inlet valve. This electronic valve controls the filling of the water. If the valve is faulty and doesn't close during each cycle once the water is at the appropriate level, it will overfill. Washing machine noise problems Why is my washing machine so noisy?But, most of the time, the filter seal becomes contaminated with fine particles and grit. When the filter seal is contaminated, this causes a leaking issue as the seal creates a loose connection between the filter and the unit. Mostly, we can see a small hatch in the front of the front loader which it’s behind is a pump filter, but in Indesit Washing Machine, they have designed a separate bottom panel instead of a small hatch. A washing machine that doesn't clean your clothes is far from ideal. But it happens – and more often than you'd think. Drive belt – Find out if the drive belt is the root of the problem by opening the door and trying to spin the drum. There should be some resistance – if the drum turns easily then the belt might need replacing.

There is a small emergency pipe located closer to the pump filter, using that hose to make the drum water-free. Follow the next section to properly install the Indesit Washing Machine filter. Once the machine is turned on and the water supply is connected, selecting the correct settings for your wash is essential. The Indesit washing machine will have a variety of programs to choose from, depending on the type of clothing you are washing. To select a program, turn the program selector knob to the desired program. Test the wires that power the drain pump – Look for any physical damage such as burning or melting and then test for continuity between the control board and the drain pump If the power to your washing machine won't turn off then your standby button may be faulty. But if the wash cycles won't stop and instead continue after every spin, then it's probably down to the timer or control board.If you have followed all of the technical advice above and your machine is still experiencing the F13 error, then you should consider replacing the control board. Any leaking before or during its first use is most likely due to water still remaining in the washing machine following this testing process. The burning smell could be down to a broken drive belt or motor but it's important not to try and attempt to fix the machine yourself unless you're qualified. Instead, call out a professional to diagnose the problem. Filling and draining problems My washing machine won't drain If the pump can’t receive power from the control board, then it won’t be able to drain the water out of the machine.