How are you going to be using bitcoin to fix your washing machine? Just put the bill down on your credit card. Saves you the hassle of converting to fiat from Poloniex.
http://spendbitcoins.com/places/c/appliances/That pretty much sums that up. Alternatively you could always post a local ad saying you're looking for a washing machine and will pay in bitcoins.
Also, he's looking to fix it not buy a new one. So he's looking for a part or repair man that will accept bitcoins.