49DS - Replacement of top loading washing machine

[koza]

We have a 230 volt Thompson 5kg top loading washing machine which was factory installed by Jeanneau in 2005. The Thompson is now faulty and requires replacement. We believe Thompson is no longer on the market and would like to know what substitutes are available for our yacht. We are presently in Puerto Rico and will shortly be sailing to St Martins where we hope to be able to purchase a replacement machine. And I would also appreciate any advice as to how to remove the old washing machine which is installed under the navigation seat.