Simpson & Electrolux Washing Machine Lid Switch Fault
Simpson Washing Machine
Electrolux Home Products put out a Technical Bulletin No. WMB68 which describes a fault that some models of Electrolux and Simpson washing machines had a fault. The fault caused either a failure of the lid switch locking the machine and the customer could not remove their washing or customers reported a tingle when they touched the machine. This fault was caused by moisture entering the lid lock assembly allowing a electrical leakage. I have come across a few of these machines and even if they are out of the warranty period, I have been able to arrange an Electrolux Service agent to call and repair the fault as a warranty issue.
The repair involves removing the existing lid switch assembly and fitting a new kit. The kit includes a daughter electronic board(fitted on the main board), a lid lock assembly, lid striker, a sticker(that says the kit has been fitted) and an instruction kit.
The Models Affected
Depending on the model up to certain Serial numbers, Again the service agent can clarify this.
- Electrolux, Medium: EWT606SA,
- Electrolux, Large: EWT806SA, EWT8069SA*00,EWT959SA, EWT959SA*00, EWT806SB
- Simpson, Medium: SWT552SA, SWT605SA
- Simson, Large: 22S750M, 22S750M*00, 22S950M, SWT802SA, SWT802SA*00, SWT902SA, SWT902SA*00, SWT955SA, SWT955SA*00
If you have one of these models and there is either tingling from the machine or a fault with the lid switch, call your local Electrolux Service Agent.