The Reasons for washing machine Breakdown: Widespread Faults

Modern automatic washing machines show us from the outside as a reliable construction, quite functional and durable.

Unless, of course, it does not have different types of faults and improper use by the owner.
But as they say "Nothing lasts forever", because even the most "cool" and expensive automatic machines can be broken. Let's consider a few common problems and methods of their elimination.

The main breakdowns and their causes

The machine does not turn on.

A more common problem when the machine does not turn on. You need to do the following steps:

• Make sure your machine is plugged in.
• Make sure there is voltage in the outlet. Plug in another electrical appliance or test it with a screwdriver to check the voltage.
• Check if the door of the boot door is tightly closed. To check, first open and then close it, you can hear it by a click.

The door won't open

A related problem may be that the door does not open. The problem may be mechanical, such as a broken handle.

Broken handle

To fix this breakage let's perform a few steps:

1. It is required to remove the top cover of the automatic machine, and for this you must unscrew the fixing screws in advance.
2. Tilt the body backwards so that the tank moves slightly away from the front of the machine.
3. Slip your hand inside the construction from above and unlock the latch with your own hand.

You may need to replace the door handle itself. To do this, you need to unscrew the fixing screws around the perimeter of the door, and remove the upper half (front). Next, you should pull out the failed (old) handle and replace it with a new one, and then repeat the same steps in reverse order.

Many models of automatic washing machines are equipped with a special "cable" that performs emergency door unlocking. Its location under the bottom front panel. The cable (in many cases) has an orange color, pull the cable (carefully) and the door will open.

Locking due to the presence of water

Also, the door of the machine may be closed due to water in the machine. The machines have their own safety technology that can automatically close the door to eliminate the risk of flooding. This action is displayed as an "elementary consideration" of the technique.

Software problems

There is such a problem as a program not working.

If nothing happens after loading the laundry and trying to start the program, the following options are possible:

• The machine is unplugged;
• There is a problem with the power cord;
• The mains filter is out of order;
• A problem with the door lock;
• Problems with the power circuit;
• Malfunction of the power button.

Further effective steps to solve these causes:

1. Press the machine's power button, or turn the program selection knob.
2. Ensure,
   - That the machine is plugged in;
   - That there is voltage in the socket;
   - that the power cord is not damaged;
   - that the plug is not damaged.
3. Unscrew the fastening screws on the back of the machine (back) and remove the cover.
   Press and check (test) the power button with a tester.
   If the contact is missing or missing, you need to replace the button.

Additional steps to fix the cause of the washing machine malfunction:

1. Check the inlet filter with a tester. The filter is on the top of the machine near the power cord.
2. Also, if the indicator lights start to light up when the washing program is selected, then the problem may be in the door locking device. If there is no lock when energized, you need to replace the locking device.
3. It is necessary to check the locking device for a signal.
   This requires checking the integrity of wires and loops, checking the control board for defects, measuring the voltage in all elements of the circuit.
   Failed components need to be replaced.
4. Perhaps you could find a breakdown in the central chip. In this case, the control board is replaced or reflashed.
   It is better to deal with this type of problem with the help of a specialist.

No water intake

The problem may also be that the machine does not draw water. Then the possible problems and their solutions are described below.

• A certain amount of water is not coming into the powder compartment or is not coming in sufficiently.
  The problem can be easily solved - simply disconnect the fill hose and remove the filter screen, then rinse it thoroughly.
• Constant water drainage.
  The cause of this problem may be due to improper connection of the water supply and drain hose. It is necessary to check the hose and fix all detected problems.
• The solenoid valve is worn out.
  Over time, the membrane of this element wears out, and consequently its flow system becomes worse. The solution is to replace the valve.
• The water level sensor is inoperative.
  The location of the sensor is slightly above the drum of the machine. It is necessary to disconnect the pressure hose and blow it out. Just blow into it and if you hear clicks, the sensor is functional, but if not, you need to replace this element.

No water heating

The problem may also be that the water in the machine does not heat up.

If your machine does not heat, then it is safe to say that this breakdown of the TEN (heating element). At this reason for breakage of the washing machine, do not hurry to repair it. It is better to first conduct a few diagnostic actions:

• You should check the tank for the presence of water in it;
• Verify that the correct washing program is selected, which involves heating the water to more than 40 degrees;
• Make sure that the plugs are not knocked out when you turn on the machine;

If the glass is heated, then the heating element is not damaged and everything is working, if not, then proceed to the next steps.

Checking the heating element

This heating element is located at the bottom of the tank. Using a tester, determine the resistance indicator for a breakage.

If the element is faulty, you need to contact the service with a request for the replacement of the device. There is a possibility that the cause is due to scale on the heating element.

It can be eliminated with the help of special products, which are sold in hardware stores.

Check the thermostat

Using a tester, measure the resistance values. Faulty sensors should be replaced with similar elements.

Voltage Check

Using a tester, measure the voltage being supplied to the heater element

The drum does not rotate

The matter may be in the drive belt, or rather in its integrity - it may be stretched, or simply damaged. In this case, only knowledge of radio engineering (if any) will help you to solve this problem, but if not, we do not advise you to take the risk, and immediately contact the service with qualified specialists.

Problems with the spin

If your washing machine has a breakdown of this type, then there is basically nothing to worry about, as it will not be difficult to repair a malfunction of this kind.

When the spinning occurs, it is not the tank that rotates in the machine, but the drum. First comes the distribution of laundry, then the drum increases the speed, at this point it is possible to establish at which of these stages the problem occurs.

By method of elimination, let's go through all the stages, from the most simple and common to the more obvious and complex.

Stopping the automatic machine after rinsing

The laundry you take out of the tank is still wet. The filter needs to be cleaned, because because of the debris that gets there, the drainage process deteriorates and for this reason the machine can not fully squeeze the laundry.

The machine does not reach a certain speed

In general, the reason lies in the frayed brushes. In this case, you can notice extraneous sounds or smell of burning during the washing process. If the working out of the brushes will be visible less than 0.7 cm, they are subject to replacement, which can be carried out as follows: just disconnect the wire, pull out the contact and remove the brushes, remembering in advance the direction of contacts of the graphite.

The problem is a broken motor tachometer

If the set number of revolutions does not correspond to the set program, the washing machine motor can only operate at minimum or maximum speed.

The tachometer monitors and controls the speed of rotation of the rotor. During the rotation itself, an alternating voltage appears on the coil terminals.

There is a certain board in the machine system to compare the frequency, which also monitors the rotation of the drum. The problem can be solved in an easy way: just tighten the screws that secure the sensor.

No water drain. Details

The washing machine may be holding water in the tank Due to clogged pipes..

We recommend using the bathtub or toilet.

The hose will clear as soon as you turn on the wringer or forced pumping.

The drain is also affected by the filterwhich needs to be checked periodically. The filter is located at the bottom of the body of the machine, in the front part.

Its location is either on the left or on the right side, under the decorative panel (which can be easily removed) or under the cover of the hatch.

In order to open the hatch, you need to slip into it any flat object of suitable width (for this purpose, a screwdriver will do fine). The panel can be fixed by latches or screws. Modern automatic machines have a thin hose for draining water, which can be pulled out and dropped into the container.

When you find the location of the fixation of the filter, it should also be unscrewed. To do this, there is a special bulge in the center of the product, allowing you to take hold of the filter by hand. In some cases, the filter does not yield.

If this is the case in your case, use pliers and use them very gently to unscrew the filter counterclockwise. To avoid damaging the filter and scratching it, you can wrap a cloth around it beforehand. Once you have unscrewed it, thoroughly clean the filter of dirt and foreign objects.

If after these steps water does not flow out of the machine, you need to Check for blockages in the tank and pumpor more precisely their - connections. If you find a problem, clean the pipe connection. Use a screwdriver and a pair of pliers to easily remove the clamps.

Make sure the pump is in good working order. of the pump .. To do this, turn on the wringer and look at the pump blades, which should rotate freely.

If they do not rotate, or rotate slowly, unplug the machine and inspect the hole where the blades are for all sorts of dirt or malfunction.

Once you have checked and cleaned the blades, you can re-start the washer-dryer. If after all the procedures, the paddles do not work, then the reason may lie in a broken motor, which can only be replaced in the service department.

Prevention

Do not overload it, use it carefully.

Periodically clean the filters (we recommend using special powders) and occasionally go to the service for preventive maintenance.