How to Change the Cuff on a Washing Machine

The cuff is a necessary and important detail.

It protects the electronic device of the machine from moisture.

The function of the cuff does not end there, it prevents water from leaking out of the machine, by sealing the door of the door.

Therefore, if the rubber band is torn, you can not delay, otherwise it threatens the failure of the washing machine and a more expensive repair. It is high time to learn how to replace the cuff.

When to change the seal

There are several indications that the cuff needs to be replaced.

1. If a puddle appears on the floor near the door when the washing machine is running.
2. If the door does not close.
3. If you hear a banging and hissing sound while the machine is running a program.

Causes of damage to the cuff

The cuff in the washing machine can be physically worn out or mechanically damaged.

1. Foreign objects (keys, coins, pins, bra bones, etc.) getting into the machine while washing.
2. Washing hard things - sneakers, hats with hard visors, heavy outerwear.
3. Using cheap detergents that contain harsh chemicals.
4. Careless handling of equipment with the consequence of seal deformation, such as neglecting to load laundry and washing programs.

What should you do if there are holes in the seal or if the quality of adhesion to the drum is compromised? The answer is unambiguous - replace it. And is it possible to replace the gum in the washing machine by yourself? You can.

How to replace the sealing rubber in the washing machine with your own hands

Replacement of the cuff takes place in two steps:

1. removal of the old cuff,
2. installation of a new cuff.

Repair will take no more than 1 hour.

Stage 1. Dismantling of the old oil seal

1. Pulling out the fixing clamps. Front one is attached to the body with a ring on a spring in the groove of the rubber band. It is necessary to pick it up with a screwdriver and pull it lightly. You can not fear damage to the ring, because it can stretch. Then you need to hold on to the fasteners, remove the rubber band, trying to bend its outer edge inward.
2. For further work it will be necessary to disassemble the front wall of the machine by unscrewing the self-tapping screws. It is easy to remove, just lift the panel and pull it toward you. At this stage, disconnect all the wires that come to the hatch lock, if this is not possible, then remove the lock itself.
3. The washing tank collar is held similarly to the clamp on the spring ring, and is removed in the same way. Sometimes there are models in which the collar is connected to the spigot. It is necessary to disconnect it. The collar is removed from the tank.
4. It is necessary to carefully treat the edges of the tank from contamination. To do this, you can use a soapy solution.

Step 2. Installing the new collar

1. For ease of dressing the sleeve, it is first stretched on the neck of the tank with the larger side. Then the inner collar is inserted and secured. There must not be a tight fit, otherwise there may be chafing.
2. The smaller side of the collar is pulled over the leading edge and spread out. Next it is the turn of the front collar.
3. The question of how to replace the rubber on the washing machine is solved.
4. It is time to check the quality of the repair and run the rinse mode for a couple of minutes. After that, you can turn on the water drain and by tilting the technique sideways check the bottom of the rubber.

No leaks? Congratulations, the repair was a success!