Repair the programmer of your washing machine with your own hands

The programmer is a knob on the control panel most washing machines. It looks simple, but in fact it is a complicated mechanism controlling the switching on and off of different washing programs, water intake and water drainage. It is a whole control unit, consisting of many parts. It looks like a protruding handle on the control panel.

Its role is undoubtedly important, since the final result depends on its performance. This mechanism is located near the knobs, displays, and buttons. Some people call it a command apparatus or timer programmer for the washing machine.

What is a programmer

Programmers are reliable and less sensitive to power surges than mostly premium machines with electronic control panels, which undoubtedly have their advantages. Without a programmer can handle the washing processes of machines with fuzzy logic function.

There are two types of programmersHybrid (mechanical) and electronic.

Electronic have a more advanced mechanism with a large set of functions.

Their disadvantage is that, like all electronic devices they are sensitive to surges in the network.

Hybrid . are more modest, but are noted for their long life and reliability, and if necessary, the washing machine programmer can be repaired quickly and cheaply. The life span of the programmer is not short - from 10 years.

And if we consider the frequency of failure of nodes in the washing machines, it will stand in last place.

However, exposure to external factors can accelerate wear and tear or breakdown. If there are children in the house, they often accelerate the breakdown of the programmer without any malicious intent.

Failure of programmer

What characterizes a broken programmer?

1. The machine It refuses to startThe appliance switches on but the mains power supply is fine.
2. The machine turns on, but there is no reaction to the timer knob.
3. No washing time on the electronic display.
4. The indicators are flashing Indicators are flashing and there is an error.
5. Washing is started, but there is a program is malfunctioning Washing time is incorrect and may be higher or lower than the programmed time.

Parts of the programmer may break. The mechanical washing machine programmer consists of:

• synchronizer;
• contacts;
• cams, which are responsible for the operation of the synchronizer;
• gearbox;
• pinion.

Disassembly and repair of the programmer

It depends on the model of the washing machine. There are some peculiarities that must be taken into account when disassembling. If for example we talk about the machine Ariston, then:

1. Removed programmer is subject to careful inspection. On the side, you will see the latches that fasten the cover. They can be released with a screwdriver. There are many springs under the cover, trying to fly off in different directions when removed.
2. When you remove the cover, you will see the circuit board on the back side. You have to take it out and put it aside.
3. Next, the pinion is taken out and the gears are carefully examined. If there is debris, they are cleaned.
4. Attention is turned to the board. If damage, burnt parts or tracks are noticeable, then they must be re-soldered.
5. If there is no damage, then use a multimeter to check the resistance on the contacts.
6. Next, all the gears and motor core parts are taken out.On the motor, the winding is checked to rule out burned areas. If found, it will need to be replaced.
7. The integrity of all elements and contacts is checked.
8. The programmer is assembled in reverse order.

Repair of programmers of German washing machines

The device of the washing machine programmer is very complex by design.

And if we talk about Gorenie, their control board is soldered in, and it is advised to replace the programmer in the washing machine.

Even many professionals will not undertake its repair. You can repair it yourself, if it is related to the malfunction of the buttons and switches or the handle of the washing machine programmer, you can solve the problem yourself. To do this:

• the clasps are released with a screwdriver;
• the powder collector is pulled out;
• by unscrewing the fastening screws, the control panel is removed.