Replacing a door seal
Safety First
Disconnect your washing machine from the power supply and turn off water supply before performing this procedure.
If your door seal/gasket feels tacky, it's a sign that it is perishing and needs replacing. You can find your replacement door seal here, simply choose your brand and model. Follow these steps to replace your door seal:
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Locate the outer clamp band securing the seal to the shell of the machine and examine it carefully. Many can be carefully prised off with a flat-bladed screwdriver, but some have a tensioning arrangement that has to be loosened. |
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After removing the outer clamp band, locate the inner one securing the seal to the drum and establish how this is secured. It may be necessary to loosen a clip, or you may be able to prise the band off with a flat-bladed screwdriver. |
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Once the clamp bands have been removed, use both hands to pull the seal away from the locating lips on the shell and drum. |
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Rubbing a smear of fabric conditioner into the groove that locates on the drum makes fitting the new seal easier. |
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If the clamp band has no tensioning adjustment, locate it on the bottom of the seal first, then push it on with both hands working opposite directions towards the top. |
Information provided is a guide only. eSpares accepts no liability for any problems occurring whilst attempting any advice shown. If in any doubt about fixing your appliance, always contact a qualified repairer.