Washing machine is a familiar household appliance, now found in most apartments and houses. And if it breaks, it becomes an unpleasant problem, requiring immediate resolution.
Calling the master, you can repair the car pretty quickly, but you have to pay for its work. But sometimes, having understood the possible causes of failure, it is quite realistic to solve the problem yourself, by fixing the technique yourself. And for this it is necessary to find out how the washing machines are arranged, how they work, what breakdowns are most common and how to repair the machine on their own.
Device
In the washing machines there are such units:
- Case with a panel for selecting the program;
- Dispenser for detergents;
- Door with latch and seal;
- Tank;
- Electric motor;
- Drum;
- Temperature sensor;
- Heating element;
- Drive Belt;
- Valves for water supply;
- Pump;
- Intake valves;
- Spring suspension;
- Supply hoses;
- Exhaust hose;
- Adjustable feet;
- Loads for balancing;
- Water level regulator;
- Water trap;
- Drain riser.
Principle of operation
Practical all devices operate on this principle:
- After opening the intake valve, the required volume of water is poured into the drum. As soon as the water is filled to the level determined by the regulator, the valve closes.
- Water starts to heat up. In the absence of a temperature sensor, the heater switches off by a timer.
- At the same time, the electric motor is turned on, so that the drum starts to rotate in both directions, with its turns occurring at different time periods.
- The pump starts to pump out contaminated water, and then clean water is collected into the drum.
- After the new engine is switched on, the laundry begins to rinse at low revs.
- Then the engine turns off and the water is pumped out again, after which the engine starts to spin and the laundry is squeezed.
You can find out how the washing machine works by watching the next video.
What tools might you need?
For self-testing of serviceability and repair work with such a technique as a washing machine, you should have at hand:
- Flat and cross-shaped screwdriver;
- Service hook;
- Pliers for self-clamping yokes;
- Elongated bent pliers;
- Tweezers;
- Screwdriver-phase-finder;
- Pliers;
- Pliers;
- Small flashlight;
- Flat spanners( 8/10 and 18/19).
On what you should pay attention to first of all, look in the video with advice from professionals.
Does not turn on
| Cause | What to do |
| The program for washing | was mistakenly selected. Look at the program selector to make sure there is no pause mode enabled. |
| The start button | does not work. Using the tester, it is necessary to check if the button operates when pressed. If it is faulty, replace the button. |
| Door not closed | Check that the door of the unit is tightly closed. It can interfere with compaction. |
| The machine is not connected to the network or the automatic machine in the | is knocked out. Check if the device is connected to the mains, and whether electricity is supplied to the house. |
| Defective | plug Disassemble the plug to ensure that the junction connections are OK. |
| Water can not enter the machine | See if the taps are open, on which water should be fed into the machine. |
| Defective wiring inside the machine | With the device disconnected from the network, remove the outer panel, check the terminal clamps( if they are oxidized, perform a sweep) and ring the cord in search of an open. |
| The | time relay is broken. Turn the program selector until you start the rotation of the drum. So you check the timer and if it's non-working, you will replace it. |
Water does not heat up
| Cause | What to do |
| Problem with the water level controller( the heater does not turn on when the regulator does not react to the filling of the drum) | Check the switch and if a breakage is found, replace it with a new one. |
| Heater, heating element covered with scum | Disassemble the machine, remove the heater and remove scale from it, then return the part to its place and assemble the machine. |
| Heater has broken | Check the condition of the contacts. If oxidation occurs, use a fine sandpaper for cleaning. If the contacts are loosened, tighten them. If the problem is not in the contacts, after disconnecting one wire, ring the heater for an open. The burnt out heater must be replaced with a new part. |
| Thermostat that turns off the heater does not function when the water reaches the desired temperature | Test the thermal relay and replace it with a new part, if necessary. |
Replacement of heating elements can be made at home. On the process of replacing the heater in the Ardo washing machine, LG with front loading and tips for buying TEN, see the video of Vladimir Hotutsev.
The machine stopped when washing
| Cause | What to do |
| The program of the | machine was incorrectly selected. Inspect the panel, making sure that the switch is not paused. |
| Power supply is not received | Using a tester, check the power supply voltage in the socket, and also whether the machine is disconnected in the shield and the plugs are working. |
| The | hoses are clogged. Check the condition of the inlet as well as the exhaust hose, and after the blockage is detected, rinse the hoses. |
| Has broken or the pump | has become littered. Having removed the pump, inspect the impeller, and if necessary, replace the faulty pump. |
| The inlet valve | is contaminated or broken. First of all, it is necessary to clean the valve, and in case of a malfunction, replace this part with a new one. |
| Draining of water through the outlet hose( water entering the machine due to siphoning immediately pours out of the unit) | Check how well the outlet hose is connected to the riser. |
| The | thermostat is broken. It is necessary to check if this part is working and, if necessary, replace the thermal relay. |
| The heating element | is broken. After checking the electrical circuit, replace the element, if necessary. |
| The programmer timer | does not function. If this part does not work, you will have to replace it with a new timer. |
| Broken electric motor | Remove the drive belt, then turn on the spin and, after turning on the machine, check whether the motor has started rotating. Defective motor must be disassembled, and then check the operation of its elements. |
You can change the pump yourself. Vladimir Hotuntsev will tell you about replacing the pump in a Bosch washing machine with vertical loading in the next video.
The drum does not rotate
| Cause | What to do |
| Wrong mode | Check if the selected program is paused. |
| Drive belt not in place | Check the condition of the drive belt( as it is pulled) - if you pressed the strap and it moved to 12 mm, everything is in order. Having found out that the belt is not stretched sufficiently or has jumped off, slightly slide the electric motor downwards, tighten the belt( make sure that it is not excessively over-tightened), then tighten the bolt. If the machine does not provide a tensioner, you will have to replace the drive belt with a new one. |
| The door lock | has broken or jammed Press the button several times to make sure that the latch does not seize. If the push does not have any effect, then the part is damaged and needs repair. |
You can replace the belt yourself by video of Vladimir Khatuntsev.
Water Problems
No Water Received
| Cause | What to do |
| Valves for supplying water are closed | Open the valves, making sure that they have been blocked. |
| Inlet hose is deformed | Look at the hose and if it is flattened, flush the part and bend it if necessary. |
| Inlet filter littered | After closing the inlet valve, disconnect the inlet hose. Using pliers, remove the filter, and then rinse the part under running water. Place the filter, and then the inlet valve in its place, and then connect the inlet hose. |
| The inlet valve | has deteriorated. If the filter is unable to hold dirt, it enters the valve and causes it to malfunction. In this case, a valve replacement is required. After disconnecting the intake pipes, find the valve and replace it. |
| The circuit breaker closing the inlet valve after the machine was set up to the required level( the tube could be damaged or clogged) | The test tube, which is attached to the switch - if it has a hardened end, cut it and again put the tube on the switch. Blow into the tube to check how the switch works - you should hear a click. Then you need to loosen the hose clamp on the hose, which fixes the pressure chamber on the drum. Examine the camera, rinse it thoroughly until the inlet and exhaust holes are completely clean. Check if it is damaged. Make sure that the switch is working properly using a multimeter. In case of breakage, replace the part with a new one. |
| Broken electric motor | Depending on the failure, you can repair it or replace it with a new one. |
If the water is not poured into the washing machine, watch the video of the "Wash +" channel.
| is very slow to be recruited. Cause | What to do |
| The inlet hose was pinched | Check the hose and straighten the deformed area. |
| The inlet hose is dirty. | Rinse the hose until the obstruction is removed. |
| Water pressure is insufficient | Check that the water supply valve is fully open. Perhaps the cause is a weak pressure in the main. If such a situation is observed in a private home, the equipment of the head tank in the attic can help. |
Does not merge
| Cause | What to do |
| The | program was incorrectly selected. Make sure that you did not pause the machine and also did not turn on the deferred wash. |
| The water level switch | does not work. After checking its operation, install a new switch if necessary. |
| The | outlet hose is clogged or bent. Assess the condition of the hose, then rinse it and make sure there are no foreign objects inside. |
| The exhaust filter | is clogged Depending on the degree of clogging, the filter can be flushed or replaced. |
| The | pump is clogged. Put a cloth under the machine, disconnect the hose clips from the hoses that are fixed to the pump and make sure there is no clogging. Using a pencil, evaluate the rotation of the impeller - if a tight rotation is detected, open the pump using the appropriate tools. Check the impeller chamber, rinse it, and then assemble the pump and install it in place. |
| The pump | has broken. Replace it with a working part. |
| Problems with wiring | After disconnecting the machine from the mains, make a revision of the contacts. If necessary, pull them up and clean them. |
| The | timer has broken. Replace this part with a working one. |
If during washing the washing machine has stopped and does not drain the water, see the video of the channel "Wash +".
Small leakage
| Cause | What to do |
| Slightly loosened hose clamp | Inspect the clamp carefully, assessing if there are any traces of water around it. First loosen the clamp and slightly move, then tighten. |
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| crack formed in the hose. If any cracks are found in a hose, replace it with a new one. |
| The door gasket for | has shifted. Replace the door seal with a new part. |
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| tank seal leaks. Completely disassemble the machine and replace the bearing. |
For information on how to replace the bearing in a washing machine, see the video of Vladimir Khatuntsev.
Strong leakage
| Cause | What to do |
| Exhaust hose slipped out of the riser | Inspect the outlet hose and return it to its original position. |
| The | sewer is blocked. Check the condition of the sewage system, clean it and make sure that the drain is being performed correctly. |
| Outlet hose disconnected | Inspect the hose and replace it. |
On how to eliminate leakage in a washing machine, see V. Khatuntsev's video.
If the washing machine constantly drains the water and does not dial it, watch the video of Vladimir Khatuntsev.
Strange noise
| Cause | What will be the noise of | What to do |
| The small objects | hit the drum. If the sound is squeaky or jarring, if the sound becomes squeaky and sharp, most likely the object climbed into the tank and got on the TAN | Be sure to check all pockets of clothing before washing. If metal objects get into the machine, it can cause serious damage to the device. |
| The door latch | is broken. In the form of sharp, frequent clicks or buzzing, no vibration | Push the door, and if the sound disappears, it is a sign that the lock should be repaired. |
| Weakened drive belt | Whistling, screeching or rustling, supplemented with a slight vibration | To fix the problem, you need to tighten the belt or replace it. |
| Drum or motor bearings broken | Soft, rattling or pounding, supplemented with shallow, frequent vibration | Such a breakdown requires replacement of bearings. |
| Water entering the electrical system of the | machine. The hissing is sharp, vibration is absent, ozone odor is possible. | . Immediately disconnect the machine and do not touch it. With time, let the water out of the device and get things. |
You can see the procedure for replacing bearings in the video of Vladimir Khatuntsev.
On the possible causes of loud sounds when washing, see the next video of Vladimir Romanchenko.
Jumps when washing or squeezing
| Cause | What to do |
| Too many things loaded in the drum | Remove excess clothing from the machine and follow the recommendations for loading the machine that the manufacturer gives. |
| Clothes are distributed unevenly inside the drum | Remove items from the machine, untangle them and distribute evenly, removing very heavy clothes. |
| The machine is mounted on an uneven floor | Adjust the legs of the machine in height so that the machine does not swing. |
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| ballast mount is loose. Ensure that the bolts that secure the ballast to the tank are sufficiently tightened. If the ballast has burst, its replacement is required. |
You can unscrew the broken bolt yourself. Focus on the video of Vladimir Hotutsev.
Do not open the door
| Cause | What to do |
| The | lock is on Most often the lock is turned off within 2 minutes after the wash is completed. |
| The switch that blocks the | door is broken. When the machine is de-energized, the door lock will turn off and you can pull out the laundry. Some machines have a cord that provides emergency unlocking of the door. When it is absent or it can not be pulled, it will be necessary to partially disassemble the device, having removed and repaired the door. |
| The water remains in the tank | Make sure that the water is drained and you have correctly installed the washing program. In addition, check that the pump is working properly and that the pipes are not clogged. |
If you need to replace the shock absorbers, restore them yourself using the video channel "Maxs K".The whole process is shown on the shock absorbers of Samsung washing machine.
Prevention of breakdowns
The most effective way to deal with problems in the washing machine is to prevent malfunctions. It includes:
- Installation of the machine on a horizontal surface with the regulation of the height of the legs.
- The correct connection of the device to the water supply system, as well as the control of water removal from the sewer to the sewage system.
- Evaluation of water hardness and regular application of anti-scale agents on TEN.
- Attentive inspection of the machine from the outside and inside after each wash.
On how to assess the hardness of water, see the video of Vladimir Hotutsev.
