Bosch WFD 2460 Washing Machine

[nordberg73]

Hi,

I suspect the drum bearings on my WFD 2460 have gone. The machine has been getting progressively louder over the past weeks to the point where it sounds more like a cement mixer that washer at the moment.

Can anyone tell me how big a job it is to replace the bearings on this model? I did it on a Hotpoint a few years back and regretted even starting the job but I've had a quick Google and I see that AEG and Bosch tend to be a bit more servicable in this regard.

Thanks,

 

[zipper]

http://www.bosch-eshop.com/eshop/bosch/gb/prodp.htm?prod=WFD2460GB/01
Check your model E-number. I think it should be WFD2460GB/01, in which case the drawing in the link is correct. If the E-number isn't WFD2460GB/01 then just type yours instead. It is a "doable" project but involves a lot of work & parts are not cheap. But Bosch now supply complete kits for some of these models, by which you can buy the whole wash-unit which comes fully assembled c/w 2 new shockers. They normally retail at around £200 or so but it saves a god awful job & bruised knuckles. If you want to spend that kind of money give Bosch a call & ask if a complete wash-unit kit is available for your particular model.

 

[nordberg73]

Thanks for the reply. The explosion is useful. I can get the bearing for £30 but if I'm going to do the back bearing, I should really do the front one as well - which makes things a lot more involved.

Given that it's a 10 year old machine and will cost approx £60 + a whole load of labour to repair, I'm thinking of just buying another one. We've got a baby due in 9 weeks and we already do approx 7 - 8 loads a week, so even if it's out of action for a few days, it would be a major hassle.

Thanks again..