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Post# 127681 , Reply# 1 5/9/2006 at 22:40 (6,551 days old) by gansky1  (Omaha, The Home of the TV Dinner!) |
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Sorry to hear it's not working, but you've certainly found the right place to get help! It's not uncommon, and even expected, for a machine this age to need some TLC before it can be used again. Many a hopeless case has been revived in our member's hands so with a little patience and time, you'll be washing AND drying in one machine soon! First, I would check the obvious with electrical troubles. With the machine unplugged, check underneath and remove the back panels to check for a loose wire. There are many wired in this machine so take your time. | ||
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Post# 127698 , Reply# 2 5/10/2006 at 01:15 (6,551 days old) by launderess (Quiet Please, There´s a Lady on Stage) |
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I Feel Your Pain
While have not worked on anything remotely as vintage, still know what it is like. First things first: It would help greatly if you could take some detailed photos and post them here in the group. This way those in a position to assist you know what they are dealing with/can give you pointers. Next start reading the archives of the group, there is lots of valuable information there on many vintage machines. If using Windows OS, use the "Find" function to make things easier. Also keep your eyes on eBay and other sources for manuals including repair/service books. Yes, they do pop up from time to time and are invaluable to working on any vintage appliance. It is important to remember "haste makes waste", when it comes to restoring a vintage appliance, especially if this is your first time at the rodeo. Things this old rarely are plug and play out of the shipping box. It going to take some time and TLC before you get her up and running. In the mean time you have come to the right place for assistance, and if need be a shoulder to cry on. Look at it this way, you now have a project to keep you busy for at least the summer! Best of luck, and keep on keeping on. L. | ||
| Post# 127709 , Reply# 4 5/10/2006 at 03:57 (6,551 days old) by mistervain () | ||
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Working or not, you made one lucky find and a lot of us I'm sure envy you -- I know I do! You will be so proud once it's restored :) | ||
| Post# 127718 , Reply# 5 5/10/2006 at 06:17 (6,551 days old) by christfr (st louis mo) | ||
hang in there | ||
| Post# 127720 , Reply# 6 5/10/2006 at 07:05 (6,551 days old) by mayken4now (Panama City, Florida) | ||
OCD is only going to rush
the job and make things come out inoperable. Adhere to Greg and Launderess, and of course now from me. "TAKE YOUR TIME", retro, do not rush. I personally know how it feels to want it up and running, in place, not a big mess all over etc. etc. etc. BUT, with a machine of this age, you will have some issues. Maybe not many, but do keep us informed, as we can all give some advice, but most of all, just to listen to how you are coming along. Steve | ||
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Post# 127737 , Reply# 7 5/10/2006 at 08:50 (6,551 days old) by unimatic1140 (Minneapolis) |
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| Post# 127819 , Reply# 8 5/10/2006 at 14:02 (6,551 days old) by retroroy4800 () | ||
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WooooHooooo, It is alive. replaced the power cord and a few questionable looking wires and she roared to life....man oh man what a rush! Now to connect her to water and gas and see if that 50 year old gas valve works. Thanks everyone for your support! | ||
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Post# 127821 , Reply# 9 5/10/2006 at 14:08 (6,551 days old) by toggleswitch (New York City, NY) |
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Post# 127883 , Reply# 10 5/10/2006 at 20:16 (6,550 days old) by launderess (Quiet Please, There´s a Lady on Stage) |
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Am very happy you were able to start up the unit, but again please use baby steps, especially when it comes to gas. Personally the first thing I would do is see if the unit is water tight including the pump (if there is one). If the unit has not been used in a very long time, you may wish to pour some water into the wash tub to "prime" the pump. Things will need time to rehydrate. One thing that should be done is a good cleaning out of any lint,dead rodents/insects, or other rubbish which may have accumlated during previous use/storage. While you have the bonnet "popped" have a good peep around to see if everything looks as it should. Granted you don't really know much about how things should look, but instinct should tell you if something is out of place. Look for leaking/corroded hoses/connections. Am not in any way trying to rain on your parade. We all here know the "new item in the collection" feeling, but trust me, push a vintage appliance too fast too soon and it just may decide to act up. Remember spare parts for these units are not exactly easily found, so you want to make sure nothing is damaged by going to fast too soon. Keep up the good work! L. | ||
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Post# 128165 , Reply# 13 5/11/2006 at 22:35 (6,549 days old) by launderess (Quiet Please, There´s a Lady on Stage) |
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Follow the link to fellow member "JetCone's" pictures from his Bendix restoration. If you "ping" or email him he may be able to offer assistance/advice. L. CLICK HERE TO GO TO launderess's LINK | ||
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Post# 128173 , Reply# 14 5/12/2006 at 01:04 (6,549 days old) by gansky1 (Omaha, The Home of the TV Dinner!) |
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| Post# 128194 , Reply# 15 5/12/2006 at 05:50 (6,549 days old) by retroroy4800 () | ||
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yes water entered the tub after cycle ended, even when machine powered off. However , water entered the tub only when "called" during cycle | ||
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Post# 128211 , Reply# 16 5/12/2006 at 07:38 (6,549 days old) by gansky1 (Omaha, The Home of the TV Dinner!) |
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Post# 128238 , Reply# 17 5/12/2006 at 09:06 (6,549 days old) by unimatic1140 (Minneapolis) |
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