condensation tank on Neff 5340X0GB/04

[Frustra]

I wonder if zipper or anyone else could advise as to the location of condensation tank. I have scrutinised the exploded diagram for identifying parts on the NEFF website but cannot find it. I intend to gain access from below and would appreciate any guidance any one can give.
Do I need to check or clean any other accesible parts when the unit is dismantled.

I am trying a inspection camera and I could post some pictures if anyone is interested.

 

[zipper]

Model number doesn't exist...Please post the correct E-number.

 

[Frustra]

I missed the V out NEFF washer drier No is V5340X0GB/O4

 

[Frustra]

Zipper I wonder if you encountered the same difficulty as I did with the BSH website in that trying to enter the full Er number did not give access.
I found that entering V5340 listed all the variants allowing the correct one to be chosen.

http://www.neff-eshop.com/eshop/neff/gb/sparepartsearch1.htm

 

[zipper]

I don't use the BSH public site much but the reason you couldn't pull up your model is that the second off last digit should have been zero "0"...not an "O". But as you found out it is possible to search partial E-numbers. So are you ok now that you have an exploded drawing? BSH call the condenser a "capacitor" for some strange reason, you will see it on the page 3 (LH side). Easiest was to get access is by removing the front panel

 

[Frustra]

Many thanks zipper for your explanation it is probably the reason why I have kept getting references to dishwashers during my web searches.

When I strip down the washer drier is there any merit in replacing the drive belt to improve reliability and reduce noise. Belts used to wear and stretch, do they still do so and how does one check. If you think it would save another dismantling of the kitchen by replacing the belt could you recommend a reliable source of top quality belts.

Thanks again

 

[zipper]

Unless the belt shows obvious signs of damage I wouldn't bother changing it as they rarely fail. If the machine is noisy in spin mode then I think I would suspect drum bearing wear/damage rather than a drive belt issue. You can check for bearing damage by removing the belt & see if there is excessive up/down slack on the drum. Do this by opening the door & lift the drum up by hand. If there is more than a few mm slack then the bearings may be on the way out. Then try spinning the drum by hand while the belt is off, if you hear a rumbling sound that would also be an indication of bad bearings. If you are dismantling the machine for preventative maintenance only then flushing out the condenser and checking the heater box/fan for fluff build up is a good idea. As would be inspecting the motor brushes for excessive wear, smooth operation of bearings & carbon build-up in the motor. You could clean out the lint filter & check the drain pump impellor for slack but I wouldn't worry too much about anything beyond that.