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Quick answer: On most Simpson top loader washing machines the model sticker is under the lid, on the rim of the tub opening or the underside of the lid itself. Simpson front loaders carry it inside the door rim, and Simpson dryers place it around the drum opening or on the back panel. Because Simpson is an Electrolux-platform brand, the sticker shows three codes: the model (SWT or SWF style on washers, 39S or 39P series on dryers), a PNC and a serial number. The PNC identifies the exact production variant of your machine, so it is often the quickest way to the right part. Easiest of all, photo the model sticker and send it through the Oz Appliance Spares Part Finder.
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Why the model number is non-negotiable
Simpson has been the workhorse of Australian laundries for decades, and the machines change less on the outside than almost any other brand. That is exactly the trap. A white Simpson top loader bought this year can look almost identical to one bought many years earlier, while the agitator, inlet valve, pump and control gear behind the panel belong to a different generation entirely. Buying a part because it looks right for a machine that looks the same is how the wrong part ends up on the laundry floor.
There is a second layer to it. Simpson is an Electrolux-platform brand, so a single model name can be linked to more than one production variant, each with its own parts list. The platform tracks those variants with a PNC printed on the model sticker next to the model and serial. Capture all three codes and you have removed every reason for a mismatch before you have spent a cent.
Where to look — by appliance type
Take your phone with you and photograph the sticker as soon as you find it, because the photo carries every code at once. The locations below cover most Simpson washers and dryers sold in Australia. If you need to track down stickers on other appliances or brands, our guide to finding any appliance model number walks through the whole house.
Where the model sticker is on a Simpson appliance
| Appliance | Where the model sticker is |
|---|---|
| Washing machine (top loader) | Under the lid, on the rim of the tub opening, or on the rear console area. |
| Washing machine (front loader) | Inside the door rim with the door open, or on the back panel. |
| Dryer | On the rim of the drum opening, on the inner face of the door, or on the back panel. |
Washing machines
| Location | Notes |
|---|---|
| Under the lid (top loaders) | Lift the lid and check the rim of the tub opening first, then the underside of the lid. This is the classic spot on most SWT-style top loaders. |
| Rear console area (top loaders) | Some models place the sticker on the back of the control console or high on the rear panel. |
| Inside the door rim (front loaders) | Open the door and check the surround of the drum opening, usually near the 3 or 9 o’clock position on SWF-style machines. |
| Rear panel | Most machines carry a duplicate data plate on the back of the cabinet, handy if the main sticker has faded. |
Dryers
| Location | Notes |
|---|---|
| Rim of the drum opening | Open the door and check around the opening. On most models the sticker sits on the rim, often on the lower half. |
| Inner face of the door | Some models print the data plate on the back of the door itself, so tilt the door and look before moving the machine. |
| Rear panel | Usually duplicated on the back of the cabinet. Many Simpson dryers are wall mounted, so only go looking here if the door area turns up nothing. |
What a Simpson model number looks like
Simpson washer models start with SW. Front loaders use the SWF prefix, in the style of SWF10832, while top loaders use the SWT prefix. Simpson dryers are numbered differently, sitting in the 39S and 39P series. In every case the letters and leading digits identify the product family and the rest pins the exact model, so copy the code exactly as printed, right to the last character. On the sticker the model is usually the shortest code, which makes it easy to pick out.
Next to the model, most Simpson stickers carry a PNC, short for product number code. This is the Electrolux platform’s own identifier, and it does a job the model name cannot: it points at the exact production variant of your machine. Parts get revised during a model’s production life, and each revision can carry its own PNC, so two washers with the same model on the lid can be matched to different parts lists. When you are ordering parts, the PNC is the code that settles the question. It also explains why some Simpson parts listings mention Electrolux, and why our Simpson SWF washing machine parts guide covers the two names together.
The third code on the sticker is the serial number, and it is easy to confuse the three. Think of it this way: the model says what the machine is, the PNC ties your unit to an exact parts list, and the serial identifies your individual machine, mostly confirming details like the production period. Parts are matched on the model and PNC. One clear photo of the sticker captures all three, so take the photo and let the codes sort themselves out later.
How to read a Simpson model number
| Prefix | What it identifies |
|---|---|
| SWF | Front loader washing machine, as in SWF10832 |
| SWT | Top loader washing machine |
| 39S, 39P | Dryer series |
Simpson stickers carry a model and a PNC, short for product number code. The model names the machine, for example SWF10832, while the PNC identifies the exact production variant and is the code that settles which parts fit. The serial number is the third code and identifies your individual machine.
Sticker unreadable or missing?
Laundry stickers cop a hard life. Under-lid stickers on top loaders sit over a warm, damp tub, door-rim stickers get wiped every time the seal is cleaned, and after enough years the print simply fades. If yours is worn, photograph it anyway. A close-up phone photo often recovers characters the eye misses, and even a partial model or PNC is frequently enough for us to identify the machine.
Send the photo through the Part Finder and we will work with whatever is readable. If the sticker is gone altogether, photograph the failed part itself from a couple of angles, including any numbers moulded or stamped into it. The original receipt and the instruction manual are worth checking too, because on most purchases one of them names the exact model.
Got the model number? Find the part
With the model and PNC captured, take whichever route suits:
- Enter the model into the Find Your Model tool to jump straight to parts matched to your machine.
- Prefer to have it checked? Send a sticker photo through the Part Finder quiz and we will identify the machine for you.
- Browse the range in our Simpson parts search.
If a fault brought you here rather than routine wear, these Simpson guides carry on from where this page ends:
- Simpson washing machine parts guide for Australia
- Simpson washing machine not filling: inlet valve guide
- Simpson and Electrolux washing machine error codes
Now find the part
Find parts for your model
Use the model number on the rating sticker, not the brand badge. Where to find it on every appliance type.
- Paste the model number into the Find Your Model tool to see the parts that match your machine.
- Browse the Simpson parts category for everything we list for the brand.
- Already know the model? Go straight to the model page: Simpson model pages, Simpson EDV505, Simpson EDV605.
- Sticker unreadable? Photograph it and send it through the Part Finder and we will read what is left of it.
FAQ
Why does my Simpson sticker show a PNC?
Simpson is an Electrolux-platform brand, and the platform tracks every appliance by a product number code as well as the model name. The PNC identifies the exact production variant of your machine, which is why it appears on the sticker alongside the model and serial. For parts, it is often the most useful code of the three.
What does a Simpson model number look like?
Washers start with SW: front loaders use the SWF prefix, in the style of SWF10832, and top loaders use SWT. Simpson dryers sit in the 39S and 39P series. Copy the full code exactly as printed, because every character narrows the parts match.
Where is the model number on a Simpson top loader?
Lift the lid and check the rim of the tub opening or the underside of the lid, which is the standard spot on most models. Some machines also place a sticker on the rear console or a duplicate data plate on the back panel. Photograph it rather than copying it by hand.
Where is the model number on a Simpson dryer?
Open the door and check the rim of the drum opening first, then the inner face of the door. Most models keep the sticker in one of those two spots. There is usually a duplicate on the rear panel, but with a wall-mounted dryer treat that as the last resort.
Do I need the serial number to order parts?
Usually the model and PNC are enough to match the right part. The serial number identifies your individual machine and mainly confirms details such as when it was made. Photograph the whole sticker once and all three codes are there if anything needs double-checking.
Where is the model number on a Simpson front loader washing machine?
Inside the door rim with the door open. A duplicate model sticker sits on the back panel, and both stickers carry the PNC alongside the model.
Where is the model number on a Simpson dryer?
On the rim of the drum opening with the door open. Some models print it on the inner face of the door instead, and the back panel carries a duplicate.
What is the PNC on a Simpson model sticker?
The PNC is the product number code printed next to the model. It identifies the exact production variant of your machine, so quoting it alongside the model settles which parts fit.
Disclaimer: this article is general information only and is provided without warranty of any kind. Appliance designs vary between models and production runs — always follow the manufacturer’s instructions, switch off and unplug the appliance before starting any work, and confirm parts against the model number on your appliance’s model sticker. Any repair is undertaken at your own risk and Oz Appliance Spares accepts no liability for injury, loss or damage arising from work performed after reading this guide, to the maximum extent permitted by law. If in doubt, use a qualified technician.
