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On the other hand, I've repaired my Bosch washing machine twice in the last year. Once to replace the pump (somehow it ate a pair of tweezers - still not sure
by mhandley 10y ago
On the other hand, I've repaired my Bosch washing machine twice in the last year. Once to replace the pump (somehow it ate a pair of tweezers - still not sure how!), and once when one of the mounting brackets for the main drum suspension springs failed. Both were remarkably easy repairs, though the design of the mounting bracket seemed like it was designed to eventually fail after a certain amount of use (or perhaps abuse). The important thing was that although Bosch don't sell the parts anymore, compatible parts were easily available online from a third-party parts supplier. The Internet seems to have really enabled such niche suppliers to thrive.
- atburrow 10y agoSome parts on a washing machine are definitely designed to break. For example, the couplings [1] on a washing machine are usually made of a plastic material. They are designed to break when introduced to various amounts of stress. Breaking under stress protects the motor from damage (which is a lot more expensive to replace). It's definitely frustrating when the washer breaks down for this reason, but the repair is extremely cheap (< $5 for the actual part, more for labor) if you do it yourself. [1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coupling https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coupling
- woobar 10y agoIn my old washer this coupling will routinely break almost each year. After ten years I have mastered the replacement process (removing the case, turning machine upside down, and detaching the motor) in under 15 minutes. Pro tip: if you decide to DIY, order half a dozen of these [1] couplings in advance. [1] https://www.amazon.com/3364003-3364002-REPLACEMENT-KITCHENAID-AP3963893/dp/B00FAEFNU8 https://www.amazon.com/3364003-3364002-REPLACEMENT-KITCHENAI...