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lj2654
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Nov 07, 2018

Splendide Washer/dryer combo leak

I have an issue with my Splendide washer/ dryer combo. I have a water leak, not major yet but want to get it resolved before it is.

I have pulled the shelving and cover board from the top so I can see behind it, but I cant see anything leaking.

Is it difficult to pull it out to get behind it to get a closer look at it?
  • Google "Leak Splendide", watch some youtube vids. It may be built up lint somewhere. If that is the original unit, if I had to take it out, Id be tempted to replace it.
  • I have pulled mine out three times in 14 years. They are heavy and because they are usually up against a wall they are difficult to maneuver. My issue was the belt coming off and the vent line working loose. So I cut a vertical opening in the closet wall that separated the washer dryer from the closet. It was big enough for me to get my arm behind the unit to reattach the belt and the vent line, as well as work with the water lines if need be. I have not had either belt or vent issues for about 5 years but it’s nice to be able to acces the back without pulling that beast out.
  • Difficult? HOW STRONG ARE YOU? The washer and the washer dryer combo are very heavy and bulky. You will have to pull it out of the cabinet to remove the rear panel to find and diag the cause of the leak. Are you positive it is NOT the hot and cold line rear connections? Those can be checked without pulling the washer. Doug