A minute ago the washing machine was working in a normal mode, the laundry was "spinning" in its drum in a measured manner, and then suddenly the noise was replaced by silence - the gauges turned off, the washing machine stopped, and darkness reigned in the whole apartment. What happened?
- What to do if the washing machine knocks out the plugs?
- The most frequent faults of the washing machine, which trigger the RCD (or automatic circuit breaker)
- Warning! Under no circumstances use a washing machine that blows a fuse
- When the washing machine becomes the cause of knocked out plugs, immediately contact the masters of washing machine repair
What to do if the washing machine blows a fuse?
You've probably already figured it out yourself - the apartment has blown a fuse. And if you decided to resort to the help of the Internet, it is likely that you did not manage to turn on the light yourself. Your suspicions for such shenanigans, of course, fell on the washing machine, since it consumes the most electricity.
But wait, do not make hasty conclusions, maybe it has nothing to do in the case when:
- your appliance is new, "just out of the store". In this situation, the problem is likely to be wiring or improperly selected electrical protection devices. For example, the circuit breakers or RCDs of insufficient power capacity are installed. To make sure that the problem is concentrated on the wiring, you can turn on the kettle or iron, because they have the same power. When the plugs are out again - then it's time to worry and call an electrician!
- maybe other appliances with high energy consumption were switched on while washing. Let's imagine an ordinary weekend of a Russian woman: the laundry is loaded, a holiday dinner is cooking on the gas stove, and a cake is ruminating in the oven, while the hostess is vacuuming the carpets. There is a chance that the power grid simply could not withstand such a load. Especially when the washing machine enters the active phase, i.e. water heating or spinning the laundry. For your own safety and the safety of your home in such a case, it is advisable to seek help from an electrician. And necessarily, if at such a load the network has not previously failed.
- The plug or cord of the washing machine is shorted. If such damage is detected with the naked eye, it is required to replace such a cord along with the plug. It is better to leave this to a master.
The most common washing machine faults in which the RCD (or circuit breaker) trips
When a fuse blows, it is obvious that something is "shorting". An extremely rare, but possible, case could be that the washing machine knocks out the dispenser because of the high content of condensation on the electrical elements inside the machine.
In such a situation, a sufficient measure would be to leave the washing machine alone for several days in a room with good ventilation. But, bear in mind, the chance that this is exactly your case is very low.
Most often the following unpleasant things happen to washing machines:
| Malfunction . | What is the problem | The cost of repair |
| Damage of the heating element | When working washer operates, the heating element continuously exposed to water, detergents and various particles from the washed items. All this with time leads to "eating away" its shell and provides moisture to the heating coil inside the unit, i.e. breakage of the heating element and a short circuit.
Defective electric tube heater requires replacement. |
Starting at $11. |
| Control Module Failure
(control board) |
If there is excessive moisture on the control module, oxidation of the contacts can occur. This will cause a short circuit, and as a result, the washing machine will blow a fuse.
The broken board must either be repaired, or if it is not possible to repair of the washing machine - replacement. |
From $16 |
| Breakdown of the washing machine motor | There are two cases of washing machine motor short circuit: the first is a water leak inside the machine, the second is the natural physical wear and tear of the motor.
Damaged motor can not be repaired, You need to replace it. |
From 16$$ |
| Breakdown of the power button | What is used most often in a washing machine? Of course, the power button: in fact, that is why its contacts "age" faster than others. In addition to this possibility of oxidation, on the output we get a good possibility of short-circuiting exactly on the start button.
It is necessary to resolder the contacts and / or replace the button. |
From $8. |
**The prices in this table are specified only for repair services, the cost of spare parts in this table is not resulted.
Warning! Under no circumstances should you operate the washer-dryer with the plugs knocked out
In the event of a short circuit, the washer-dryer may be "punctured to the frame", so there is a considerable risk of you receiving an electric shock. This carries a deadly risk! Also, any disturbance of electrical wiring can cause a fire! Be very careful in handling electrical appliances and the electrical grid: take care of yourself and your home!
In cases where the washing machine is the cause of blown out plugs, immediately contact a washer-dryer repairman.
And if the problem is in the electrical wiring - get in touch with an electrician urgently.
