Finding Model Numbers

To order a spare part we need to know the model number of your appliance. Many appliances have a model name and number on the front of the machine but for many brands this is not the number the manufacturers use to identify the specific machine (this is similar to cars ie. the Ford Escort could be a 1.2L, a 1.6L, a diesel, an automatic but they are all referred to as Ford Escorts). Most model numbers usually consist of numbers only or a mix of letters and numbers.

Below is a general guide to help you find your model number by types of appliance.

Cookers and Ovens

---

Usually behind the main oven door. Check the frame behind the door and if not there check the sides of the door (not forgetting the inside near the hinges). Finally try behind any other doors, the very base of the cooker under the door at the front, and the side panels and back.

View Cooker spares, Oven spares, Hob spares

Back to the top

Dishwashers

---

Usually behind the door. Don't forget to check the top edge of the door inside, and all of the sides. If not there, check the base of the dishwasher (kick strip) under the door at the front. With some dishwashers you need to lower the door all the way down, get down on your knees and look at the base of the dishwasher in the area normally obscured by the door. If not there you'll need to check the side panels and the back - be careful not to rip the flooring as dishwashers don't have wheels.

View Dishwasher spares

Back to the top

Fridges & Freezers

---

In a fridge, or fridge-freezer, the rating plate is usually on the fridge inner walls, often it's hidden at the bottom (to the left side) of the salad compartments and only accessible with the compartments removed. If you can't find it there, it may be on the outside side of the casing or lastly try the back.

Freezers - usually at the very bottom of the inside of the freezer compartment. Again, if it can't be found inside, try the sides and the back.

TIP: Be very careful if moving fridges and freezers, don't forget you can easily rip the flooring so take care.

View Fridge spares, Freezer spares

Back to the top

Hobs

---

Look underneath the hob, from inside the cupboard or by removing a drawer in the kitchen unit.

View Cooker spares, Oven spares, Hob spares

Back to the top

Microwaves

---

Behind the door or on the back.

View Microwave spares

Back to the top

Vacuum Cleaners

---

The model name or number on the front of the machine may suffice, but for many brands is not the number the manufacturers use to identify the specific machine. Your will find the full model number on an information plate either at the back or on the bottom of the machine. Most model numbers usually consist of numbers only or a combination of letters and numbers. These numbers vary by brand, so see our examples for more information.

View the eSpares Vacuum Cleaner Guide

View Vacuum Cleaner spares

Back to the top

Washing Machines / Tumble Dryers

---

Most have the rating plate behind the door, either on the inside of the door (don't forget to check near the hinge) or on the door frame of the cabinet. Some hide it behind the kickplate at the base (front) Be careful if removing the front kickplate on cheap machines as they are often thin and the lugs easily break.

If you still can't find it, check behind the pump filter flap or door (if fitted) at the front.of the machine. Other than that you would need to check the sides and back of the machine.

View Washing Machine spares

Back to the top

Example Model Numbers

---

AEG	AEG PNC/ENR number begins with either 9 or a 6 depending on the appliance. It is 9 or more digits long. View AEG spares
Ariston	Model numbers start with letters followed by numbers. View Ariston spares
Belling	Example model numbers: 301/WH/Mk1 or XOU920/Mk3 If making an enquiry please also include the Range / Series name. e.g. Farmhouse or Format View Belling spares
Bosch	Example Bosch ENR numbers: SMS4321GB/01 119 222 454 S14241AOGB33 The FD Code is the machines serial no. View Bosch spares
Braun	Model/Type number will be either 2 letters followed by 4 numbers (e.g. HR1747) or just 4 digits on their own. View Braun spares
Candy	The model number usually begins with a letter and ends in 001 or 011. If making an enquiry please also include the cabinet number which begins with 3 and is at least 16 digits long. View Candy spares
Cannon	Example Model number: 11350g. If making an enquiry please also include the Gas Council number e.g. 11.451.123 View Cannon spares
Creda	Example Model number: 11350g. If making an enquiry please also include the Gas Council number e.g. 11.451.123 View Creda spares
Dirt Devil	Model number begins with DD, followed by numbers. View Dirt Devil spares
Dyson	All Dyson vacuum cleaner model numbers begin with DC, standing for "Dual Cyclone". The upright ranges include the DC01, DC03, DC04, DC07, DC14, and DC15. The cylinder range includes the DC02, DC05, DC08, DC08 Telescope Wrap, and DC11. View Dyson spares
Electrolux - Vacuum	Model number beginning with Z, followed by numbers. View Electrolux Vacuum Cleaner spares
Electrolux - OTHER	Example model number: EOB4531/B If making an enquiry please also include the production number. View Electrolux spares
Flymo	If making an enquiry please include all information from data plate/sticker. View Flymo spares
Hoover	The model number usually begins with a letter and ends in 001 or 011. If making an enquiry please also include the cabinet number which begins with 3 and is at least 16 digits long. View Hoover spares
Hotpoint	Example model number: WM31P - the letter on the end denotes the colour of the appliance, this could be important! If making an enquiry the serial number is also required. View Hotpoint spares
Ignis	Model numbers start with letters followed by numbers. E.g. WDG1025TPG View Ignis spares
Leisure	If making an enquiry the production number and serial number are both required. Begins 05 or 06. View Leisure spares
Miele	Model number begins with a letter. If making an enquiry the serial number is also required. View Miele spares
Neff	Example Neff ENR codes: SMS4321/GB/01 119 222 454 S1421AOGB33 The FD Code is the machines serial number. View Neff spares
New World	Model number begins with 3 letters followed by numbers. If making an enquiry the serial number is also required. View New World spares
Parkinson Cowan	If making an enquiry please include both model number and serial number. View Parkinson Cowan spares
Philips (Small Appliances)	Model/Type number will be either 2 letters followed by 4 numbers (e.g. HR1747), or just 4 numbers. View Philips spares
Servis	If making an enquiry please include the model and serial number. View Servis spares
Siemens	Example Siemens ENR codes: SMS4321/GB/01 119 222 454 S1421AOGB33 The FD Code is the machines serial number. View Siemens spares
Stoves	Example model number: GSI600. Model code which will begin with 5 or 05. If making an enquiry please include both. View Stoves spares
Tricity Bendix	Example model numbers: ESI356B or DH101 If making an enquiry also include the production number. View Tricity Bendix spares
Whirlpool	Example model number: ADG351/AV1. If making an enquiry also include the service number (12 digits). View Whirlpool spares
White Knight	Example model number: CL311. If making an enquiry also include the service code (12 digits). View White Knight spares
Zanussi	Example model numbers: Z25/16PR or DWS909. If making enquiry also include the production number. View Zanussi spares

back to the top