Hotpoint
Hotpoint Washing Machine Linear Pressure SwitchC00289362
Suitable for Hotpoint, Ariston, Bauknecht, Ignis, Indesit
Stock Code: 496318
£21.50inc. VAT
£17.92 ex. VAT
In Stock
Next Day Delivery Available
Moderate DIY repair
A confident home repairer can do this with basic tools.
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Compatibility Check
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What this part does
Senses the water level in the tub and tells the control board when to start and stop filling.
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Will this fix my appliance?
Tick the symptoms your appliance is showing. We’ll tell you how confident we are this part is the fix.
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Error codes related to this part
Error codes are model dependent, so the same brand may have more than one listed.
| Code | Brand | What it means | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| A9 | Indesit | Means a water inlet problem, where the machine is not receiving water or not filling sufficiently. It is usually caused by a water inlet fault, a jammed filter, or an open or short circuit on the main wash triac affecting motor control. | Medium |
| E1 | Indesit | Means a water intake failure, where the machine cannot detect enough water in the drum within the allotted time. It is usually caused by a water inlet fault, a valve not closing, or a door lock issue. | Medium |
| F8 | Whirlpool | Means the washer is not detecting the correct amount of incoming water as F8 E1 or Lo FL, while the F08 variant means the heater relay is not being activated. It is usually caused by a water inlet fault, a faulty pressure sensor, a faulty heater relay, or loose module connections. | Medium |
| F8E1 | Whirlpool | Means a long fill or no fill fault where the washer is not detecting enough water entering the tub, also shown as LoFL. It is usually caused by low water pressure, kinked hoses, or clogged inlet screens. | Medium |
A9Medium
Indesit
Means a water inlet problem, where the machine is not receiving water or not filling sufficiently. It is usually caused by a water inlet fault, a jammed filter, or an open or short circuit on the main wash triac affecting motor control.
E1Medium
Indesit
Means a water intake failure, where the machine cannot detect enough water in the drum within the allotted time. It is usually caused by a water inlet fault, a valve not closing, or a door lock issue.
F8Medium
Whirlpool
Means the washer is not detecting the correct amount of incoming water as F8 E1 or Lo FL, while the F08 variant means the heater relay is not being activated. It is usually caused by a water inlet fault, a faulty pressure sensor, a faulty heater relay, or loose module connections.
F8E1Medium
Whirlpool
Means a long fill or no fill fault where the washer is not detecting enough water entering the tub, also shown as LoFL. It is usually caused by low water pressure, kinked hoses, or clogged inlet screens.
Don’t see your code? Different model years sometimes use different codes. Get in touch with our parts team and we’ll help you identify the right replacement.
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Fitting Guidance
MediumGeneral fitting guidance. The exact steps can vary slightly with the make and model of your washing machine.
Safety: Switch off and unplug at the mains before you start.
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Specifications
- Part Number
- C00289362
- Alternative Part Numbers
- 481010906695, C00288973, C00508679
- EAN / Barcode
- 8055005893623
- Genuine Spare Part
- Yes
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More Details
This is a genuine linear pressure switch for your washing machine.
Detects water levels in the drum and regulates the filling process. It ensures the machine operates efficiently by signalling when to stop or start filling with water.
Check for signs of damage such as water leakage around the switch, unresponsive or erratic drum filling, and error codes on the control panel. Change it with this replacement part.
Check out our DIY video guide below to help you with the replacement process.
This linear pressure switch is from Hotpoint. It also fits Ariston, Indesit, Nordmende, and Whirlpool washing machines.
Before ordering, please verify that this part is suitable for your model using our compatibility checker.
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Video
How to replace your Washing Machine Pressure Switch?
If you need to replace the pressure switch on your Hotpoint washing machine, we've got the video for you.
The following DIY repair video should assist you in fitting this part. However, the exact procedure may differ depending on your make and model.
Appliance and Part Number:
- Washing machine model used - Hotpoint NSWM743UWUK
- Part number used - RS496318
Need to find a specific part of the video? Use the timestamps below...
- 0:21 - Removing washing machine lid
- 0:28 - Removing existing pressure switch
- 0:43 - Installing new pressure switch
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Customer Reviews (1)
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Effective repair
Simple and effective repair with good instructions and videos available. Definitely worth blowing down the tube first to check for any blockage which may prevent the pressure switch from working before changing the part.
Freemano · London ·
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