Appliance Fault-Finding Guides

Washing Machine Won’t Drain Check the filter, pump, hose and household waste connection. Washing Machine Won’t Spin Check load balance, drainage, belt, motor and control faults. Washing Machine Not Filling Check supply valves, inlet filters, hoses and inlet valves. Washing Machine Leaking Trace door seals, hoses, pumps, dispensers and tub leaks. Washing Machine Not Heating Check heater, thermostat, sensor and control faults. Washing Machine Making Noise Identify bearings, foreign objects, pump and suspension faults. Washing Machine Door Won’t Open Check retained water, door locks and emergency release options. Washing Machine Keeps Tripping Check heater leakage, motor faults and damaged wiring.

Dishwasher Not Draining Check filters, pump, hose and sink waste connection. Dishwasher Not Filling Check supply valves, inlet filters, float and inlet valve. Dishwasher Not Cleaning Properly Inspect spray arms, filters, water temperature and detergent. Dishwasher Leaking Check seals, hoses, pumps and overfilling. Dishwasher Not Heating Test heater, thermostat, sensor and control components. Dishwasher Not Drying Check rinse aid, heater, fan and programme settings. Dishwasher Making Noise Inspect pumps, spray arms and trapped debris. Dishwasher Keeps Tripping Check heater leakage, pumps and wiring faults.

Tumble Dryer Not Heating Check thermal cut-outs, heater and airflow restrictions. Tumble Dryer Drum Not Turning Inspect belt, motor, rollers and start capacitor. Tumble Dryer Taking Too Long Clean filters, condenser and ventilation paths. Tumble Dryer Overheating Check airflow, thermostats and lint accumulation. Tumble Dryer Making Noise Inspect rollers, bearings, belt and foreign objects. Tumble Dryer Keeps Stopping Check overheating, door switch and control faults. Condenser Dryer Water Not Collecting Check pumps, hoses and condenser channels. Tumble Dryer Keeps Tripping Check heater, motor and insulation faults.

Fridge Not Cold Check airflow, thermostat, compressor and condenser condition. Freezer Not Freezing Inspect temperature settings, seals, fans and refrigeration faults. Fridge Freezing Food Check thermostat, sensor, damper and airflow. Freezer Icing Up Inspect door seals, defrost heater, sensors and drains. Fridge Leaking Water Check defrost drain, tray, filter and supply line. Fridge Making Noise Identify fan, compressor, vibration and ice contact noises. Fridge Door Not Sealing Check gasket condition, hinges and cabinet alignment. Fridge Keeps Tripping Check compressor start parts and electrical insulation faults.

Oven Not Heating Check elements, thermostats, selectors and supply. Fan Oven Not Heating Inspect the fan element, motor and thermostat. Oven Heating Unevenly Check elements, fan operation and temperature calibration. Oven Door Won’t Close Inspect hinges, catches, seals and alignment. Electric Hob Not Heating Check rings, switches, sensors and supply. Induction Hob Not Detecting Pan Check pan compatibility, sensors and control faults. Gas Hob Won’t Ignite Check power, spark electrodes and contamination. Oven Keeps Tripping Check elements, wiring and insulation breakdown.

Extractor Fan Not Working Check supply, switches, capacitors and motor faults. Extractor Fan Noisy Inspect grease build-up, bearings and loose parts. Microwave Not Heating Recognise faults that require professional high-voltage repair. Microwave Turntable Not Turning Check couplers, rollers and the turntable motor. Kettle Not Switching Off Check steam paths, switches and scale. Toaster Not Heating Evenly Inspect crumbs, elements and control faults. Air Fryer Not Heating Check thermal cut-outs, heater and fan operation. Appliance Plug Gets Hot Check fuse clips, terminals, cable and socket condition.