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  • Washing machine

    Posted by Sid on July 28, 2014 at 11:39 pm

    Having trouble with my washing machine, it’s not going in the spin cycle. Can I remove it thru the door or will i have to remove the front windshield? The brand is Asko it’s what Marathon puts in all thier buses. Should I try to fix it or just get a new one since it’s 7 years old.

    Thanks

    sid

    Archived replied 11 years, 11 months ago 11 Members · 18 Replies
  • 18 Replies
  • Archived

    Member
    July 29, 2014 at 2:56 am

    Sid,

    Just a thought… did you check to make sure nothing was blocking the pump? There is a white door on the bottom front of mine that you can open and clean it out… Kids have left stuff in their pockets and that stopped us cold in the middle of a cycle.

    If you think that is it.. I can try to call you tomorrow to walk you thru it.

    Bill

  • tom

    Member
    July 29, 2014 at 7:05 am

    Sid,

    We had an Asko for our home (since replaced due to reliability issues) and one of the problems was related to the drive belt. Before you remove it for replacement or repairs can you get it to an open area and see if all it takes to get it going is a new motor or belt?

  • Jim

    Member
    July 29, 2014 at 7:27 am

    Sid, Marathon will help you right out! I just got a notice that they have a few 2015 Hs that have a working washer!

    Love to spend some of that cattle money!

  • Archived

    Member
    July 30, 2014 at 10:23 am

    Bill, I had Frank come over and yes there was a hand full of change in there. That also an emergency latch to open the door. Going to call the the ASKO company and see what they say. It washes perfect but just won’t go to the spin cycle. Maybe something simple like a board or belt. When your on the road for weeks at a time you really miss it when it’s not working.

  • Archived

    Member
    July 31, 2014 at 5:37 pm

    the most used appliance in this bus. I usually do use the washer twice a week. It is vented outside, so no drying issues. Would not want to be without it and do not understand people who would not want one in their bus.

  • Sid

    Member
    August 1, 2014 at 8:13 am

    Towels and washcloth go in the dryer every day after showers. Keeps the humidity down and the towels fluffy. Love my 240 volt dryer – outside vented.

  • Kyle

    Member
    August 1, 2014 at 9:11 pm

    Sid,

    We had the same problem with our washer at home. It eneded up being caused by the door latch. Replaced the latch, working fine ever since

  • Archived

    Member
    August 1, 2014 at 11:41 pm

    John, the problem that I have is that it won’t go into the spin cycle. The door works fine and it washes good as well. Thanks for your input.

  • Bernie

    Member
    August 7, 2014 at 6:32 pm

    Well it looks like I’m going to replace both washer and dyer.(ASCO) Here’s my queston can they be removed thru the front door or do I have to remove the windshield to get them out?

  • Bob

    Member
    August 7, 2014 at 6:37 pm

    Sid, they should come through the door. Recently installed two Bosch units in our H.

  • Larry & Diane

    Member
    August 8, 2014 at 11:35 am

    Sid did Asko till you that the issue maybe a problem with the timer board.

    I owned 2 laundromats in CA. Most times it is the timer gone south.

    I would check with Asko if they have a replacement timer for your unit.

  • Paul

    Member
    August 8, 2014 at 11:44 am

    That’s the problem they don’t have replacement parts available for this unit anymore. So since I need to take out the dyer to get to the washer I’m (not me) the repair guy thought it best to replace them both while we were at it! The dyer works perfect so if anyone needs an Asko dyer just get ahold of me. I wont be getting them for about 5 weeks so after that you free to come on by Visalia.

  • Archived

    Member
    August 26, 2014 at 4:46 am

    Going to replace my washer and dyer this weekend If anybody needs a dyer let me know. I might be able to bring it to the no ralley in sept. It works perfect. Maybe big Al can use it at his storage shed till he finds his H??

  • Glenn

    Member
    August 31, 2014 at 2:57 pm

    Hey Sid, if it’s in Visalia I would gladly take it off your hands! I usually get by there 1-2 times per month.

    I have a combo setup but would like a standalone!

  • Sid

    Member
    August 31, 2014 at 7:35 pm

    My lovely wife had me take mine out. Said if she wasn’t close to a cleaners that does clothes in a day return move closer. Built a closet in the space for the 5 year old Granddaughter, that she says, let’s us go on weekend trips in her coach. LOL.

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