Instead, Whirlpool suggested owners could still use the machine but with a vastly reduced risk, by only using the cold wash cycle at 20C or less. The latest safety saga was announced in December, when hundreds of thousands of families were told just a week before Christmas that their Hotpoint or Indesit washing machines had a serious safety fault which has caused 79 fires.

As Whirlpool launches its recall of more than half a million fire-risk washing machines, Which? If your Whirlpool washing machine is not working correctly, resetting it can often be enough to get it back in running order. 2. A like-for-like replacement washing machine provided free-of-charge. If your washing machine is being recalled, Whirlpool state that you will be able to choose between two options: 1. Whirlpool is set to recall hundreds of thousands of washing machines over the risk that they could catch fire. You can also read on to learn the basic ways to reset Whirlpool washing machines. A free-of-charge in-home repair of your appliance. is urging the company to offer its customers a refund. CUSTOMERS with a faulty Whirlpool washing machine may be able to get a refund now rather than wait until the New Year for a replacement. The best way to know how to reset your particular Whirlpool washing machine is to check the owner’s manual. Steps to Reset a Continue Reading