Hoover softwave 1100 w/dryer not giving any heat

[bobbybillmatt]

Hi hoping someone can help me. I've got a hoover softwave 1100 washer dryer which is not heating up the water or giving heat to the dryer.

I've put a continuity test across the element which is showing a reading of close on zero (I'm assuming this is just showing residual resistance from the element itself rather than a break in the element).

I've taken both of the bottom thermostats out next to the element and tested them and they are both working.

I'm at a bit of a loss now as to what else it could be. I don't want to throw it as I replaced the bearing a couple of months ago and I'd like to get a bot more use out of it.

Any advice really gratefully received.

Bob

 

[rocks1]

element should read about 30 ohms .

 

[bobbybillmatt]

wow that's a speedy response!
I've just checked element and its reading 29 ohms. Is that alright or would that mean that its bust?
Thanks
Bob

 

[bobbybillmatt]

if its not the element any ideas out there what else it could be?
Cheers
Bob

 

[rocks1]

heater is ok 29 is good ,did you disconnect the 2 stats from the wiring to test with a continuity tester it should bleep if it does its ok .is there a red reset switch on top of the heater box .

 

[bobbybillmatt]

I took the two stats out and tested them with the ends in boiling water. 1 showed continuity before going in boiling water but not when in it , the other didn't show continuity before going in but did when in. As they are both reacting to heat I assume they are both working.

Where do I find the heater box to see if there is a reset swith?
Cheers
Bob

 

[rocks1]

ones a reset stat try see if they work, now you have reset it .

 

[bobbybillmatt]

Many many thanks- found the button, pressed it and seems to be working.
Thank you for all your help.
Bob