Diplomat/SMEG ADP 8242 Dishwasher

[Richardmerri]

Hello all... Our dishwasher has developed a leak from the main motor / dra in pump interface i.e. where the motor spindle enters the white plastic pum p unit. I have removed the pump from the machine and it appears that a mou lded black silicon rubber seal has failed. This seal is fixed / integrated into the plastic itself and I could only remove it by, in effect, destroyi ng the seal! Does anyone know or could suggest a work around for this prob lem? Could an 'O' ring simply be substituted to effect a complete seal?

This activity is a first for me so any 'pointers' would be greatly apprecia ted. Indeed if anyone can suggest a supplier who might charge a reasonable price for a replacement unit? I have been quoted circa £90 for this seemingly simple item of moulded plastic.

[newshound]

Age of machine? Given their price, a moan at the suppliers might be in order. An O-ring just might work, if you can find one the right size, but that might be difficult.

[Richardmerri]

Hi... Machine age, about seven years... Thanks for your helpful comments, I'm going to do a 'trawl' of some local plumbers' merchants tomorrow (Tues day) and see what I can find... I also considered seating a new 'O' ring i n some waterproof silcone sealant... Failing that I'll do what you say wit h the suppliers and see if they might 'negotiate' :-)

Richard.