How to choose a semi-automatic washing machine with a centrifuge

The semi-automatic washing machine is still popular, despite all the advantages of the automatic washing machine.

Not everyone has the opportunity to connect a washing machine to the water supply and very often it is installed at dachas or in villages. Buy a semi-automatic machine with a centrifuge is much easier because of its low price.

Differences between a semi-automatic washing machine and a centrifuge

Semi-automatic machines have:

• vertical loading;
• small number of washing programs;
• small size;
• fast washing;
• rare malfunctions;
• low cost;
• easy operation;
• the need for manual labor;
• the ability to wash and spin at the same time, but in different tanks (if available).

1. This model is completely does not depend on a centralized water supply.
2. It will significantly allow save on electricity и water supply. After all, you can wash white laundry without draining the water, and run the washing of dark things.
3. And there is the laundry can be added to the machine at any time and also remove it from there.
4. The operation is very simpleas it has no complicated electronics and a large number of modes.
5. И choose special detergents do not haveIt is ready to wash even with detergent for hand washing.
6. The machine has no heating deviceSo it breaks down much less often.
7. And if it breaks, repairing will cost many times less.

On the downside include the need for Manual spin on models without this feature.

Washing in terms of efficiency differs from the automatic machine for the worse.

If the hot water is disconnected, you will have to heat yourself.

Types of semi-automatic machines

There are activator models и There are activator models and models that differ in the number of tanks..

Yes, there can be one tank or there can be two - one for washing and another for spin. Activator machines are more common because of their advantages in cost-effectiveness and reliability.

An important point - reverser. This function allows you to unwind the laundry in one or the other side.

Another important point - spin function. The spinning is performed in a centrifuge.

If there is only one tank, the spin is performed in this tankIf the machine has two tanks, the centrifuge is in one of them.

Among the most popular semi-automatic machines are "Fairy" of domestic production of compact size of low washing quality, but with the function of spinning; "Assol" with mechanical control. "Eureka" with a maximum load of laundry up to 3 kg belongs to the most advanced model. It is distinguished by the possibility of step-by-step switching of actions. The machine "Saturn" with a depth of 36 cm can be installed in any room.

How to choose a washing machine semi-automatic

When choosing, you can be guided by:

1. Washing class. Marked with letters from A to G. The lowest class implies poor quality washing.
2. Energy class. The highest efficiency class is A, a more budgetary option - B, C.
3. Cost.
4. Material. Machines with metal tanks are the most reliable and the service life of such a machine is long, but their cost is higher compared to machines with a plastic tank, which are inexpensive and practical.
5. Volume. For constant use need a machine with a large volume of loading, for cottages are possible more economical and compact options with loading up to 3 kg of laundry.

Operation of semi-automatic machines

There is nothing complicated about operating a semi-automatic machine.

First, the water is heated for more efficient washing with powder. The heated water is poured into the tank of the machine along with the powder. The laundry is loaded and the wash time is set.

Often there are models with standard and delicate program, equipped with a spin function.

After performing the programs, the laundry is removed from the machine, and the used water is drained and replaced with clean water for rinsing. At the end of the washing process, when the machine is connected to the sewer, the "draining". If not, the water is discharged into a container.

Faults of semi-automatic washing machines

Such machines break down rarely.

But, sometimes there are problems with the motor, it may not start. This is most likely the fault of the time relay, capacitor, transformer or starting brushes.

Sometimes the spin does not turn on, the reason may be a broken wire. A clamped centrifuge brake may also cause spinning problems.

How to fix the centrifuge in a semi-automatic machine

A problem with the centrifuge gives owners a lot of trouble. You have to use manual labor, which can cause both physical and mental discomfort.

The cause of a centrifuge malfunction Could be:

• A broken a broken drive belt.. To repair a semi-automatic centrifuge, you must remove the machine cover and adjust the tension. If the motor has stopped rotating, the fault may be in the power cable or outlet in addition to the motor.
• In a malfunction related to the centrifuge filling with water from the tank, indicates a a problem with the bypass valve. It is necessary to remove all water and clean the valve when the machine is off.
• Bearing or packing failure.а. This will cause the machine to whistle unpleasantly. You will have to buy a new bearing and centrifuge packing for the washing machine semi-automatic.
• In a faulty module., which can not send a command to start spinning and therefore the centrifuge does not pick up speed semi-automatic machine does not work. Either reprogramming the board or replacing it will be necessary.

It is often possible to avoid malfunctions, and if they occur, to respond to them quickly.

You don't want to wait and bring the centrifuge in your semi-automatic washing machine to repair.