If you began to notice that lately your device began to work much worse, then most likely the problem arose due to clogging of the washing machine filterwhich is designed to protect the construction from in the inside of the unwanted parts.
Now it is time to learn how to clean the washing filter on the machine іndesit, as well as whether it is possible to do it with your own hands without the help of workers of the service center.
What is a washing machine pump filter and how do you find it in your appliance?
Every automatic washing machine has a special filter, which is a pump drain filter. It is usually connected to the pump of the machine itself. Its main function is to clean the water during the washing process and prevent all kinds of debris and various small things like money coins and shirt buttons from getting inside the tank.
But not every owner of his helper knows where exactly is filter in the washing machine, but this information is still better to know in advance, so you can figure out for yourself how best to conduct the filter cleaning process in your home.
This is a very necessary detail hidden in the bottom of our design, regardless of the type of loading. Most likely, you have already noticed the small panel on the bottom, which is closed by the housing. Under it is the drain filter.
It is easy to remove it: to do this you just need to pry it with scissors (preferably not sharp), or a flat screwdriver.
After this operation, you will see the filter cover, which has a special handle. It is common that in machines, in particular in iPodestit, the part is in black and it is quite easy to find, but in some cases its location varies. When you have successfully removed the cover, you can proceed to the next step - removing the part itself.
Techniques for removing the part
It is important that you take it out as carefully as possible, You may accidentally damage other delicate parts of the machine.
Always keep in mind that the power filter is made of the thinnest plastic in the name of the company. That is why during the extraction you need to gently pry the filter with the screwdriver you already know on both sides and take it off only at the moment when it starts to come off by itself, but do not pull it towards you.
In general, to remove the filter from an automatic washing machine is not that difficult, if we are talking about conventional filters: you only need to turn its cover counterclockwise.
Do not forget to prepare in advance a dry and well absorbent cloth. This is necessary so that you can quickly wipe off the excess water, which is sure to run out when you remove the filter. The rag should be placed under the panel itself, which covers the filter pump, and only then begin to remove the part.
To do this, turn it a couple of circles counterclockwise and pull it out toward you.
After that, you can proceed with the cleaning itself using one of several of the most well-known methods. As a rule of thumb, cleaning a washing machine filter doesn't take long if you do it right and promptly.
A few options on how to clean your Indesit washing machine filter
In order to avoid any problems, some people wash the part under running water. If it is very dirty, the filter is cleaned with a toothbrush, and you can also soak the part in a solution of citric acid to remove plaque lime and unpleasant odor..
For some models of washing machines in the manual you can find a step-by-step explanation of how to clean the filter of your washing machine. Most often it is as follows the following algorithm:
- Remove all laundry from the tank and disconnect the device from the control panel and from the mains.
- Locate the panel and cover on the panel.
- Open the lid slightly and carefully remove your part.
- Do a complete cleaning of the filter, which is located there, as well as the hole where the part is inserted.
- Once you're done cleaning, put the part back in place and close the cover.
Presumed Problems
If you do this procedure only the first time, you may have some difficulties (not without this of course, still the first time).
Sometimes the filter, which is located inside the panel, can not be pulled out immediately, or with unnecessary movements the plastic cover can break. Such situations often occur when the part has not yet been taken out of the machine once since purchase, and it is so dirty that it has had time to get stuck inside. In such cases, when the part cannot be removed yourself, invite an experienced person who knows better than you what to do in such cases.
And never, never wait for the moment when your machine is completely clogged and stops doing its job properly.
This problem is easy to prevent if you do a complete cleaning consistently every six months. That's when your machine will be able to last you as long as possible.
