The life of a modern person can be facilitated by a variety of household appliances. A special niche of such goods is occupied by automatic washing machines. Such a device is available in almost every home. Using a washing machine is very simple. The main thing is to follow all the manufacturer's recommendations. However, in some situations, the technique stops working. Why is this happening?
Weight limits
Each washing machine has certain characteristics. However, there are restrictions on weight. The technique allows you to wash at a time from 4 to 6 kilograms of laundry. This metric varies by model. If you exceed the recommended weight, the device may break. For this reason, many manufacturers install security systems. They work when overloaded. As a result, the washing machine stops.
To avoid such situations, you should carefully study the instructions and recommendations of the manufacturer. Do not exceed the weight indicated in the documents. For the device to work, you need:
- Drain the water.
- Turn off the power.
- Remove some of the contents from the drum.
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Unbalance in the washing machine
Why does the washing machine stop during washing? There are many reasons for this. The washing machine is not necessarily turned off due to breakage. Perhaps protection is triggered. Some models have sensors that are triggered by imbalance. This phenomenon occurs when laundry accumulates on one side of the drum. This causes a strong vibration. An imbalance is no less dangerous for a washing machine than an overload.
To avoid strong vibration, you should carefully fold the laundry inside the appliance. If the washing machine stopped during operation, then:
- Drain the water.
- Turn off the power.
- Spread the contents of the drum evenly.
Clogged water inlet or outlet
If the device stops working in the "Rinse" or "Spin" mode, then the cause of the malfunction lies in the clogging of the system, which drains or supplies water. In such situations, protection also works. As a result, the drum stops spinning.
Clogging often occurs in a hose designed to drain water, or in a pump. However, debris mostly accumulates in the filter. To fix the problem, inspect the hose. He should not bend. If it is not clogged, the filter is clogged. This part is located inside the washing machine.First you need to drain the water, stop the device, remove the panel and remove the filter. Dirt, hair and small debris can accumulate here. The filter should be thoroughly cleaned and then reinserted.
If the engine breaks down
The engine is the heart of the washing machine. It is thanks to the engine that the unit drum comes into motion. If this part becomes unusable, the washing machine can stop at any time. This can be not only a washing process, but a rinse or spin. The washing machine may draw water and stop.
In addition, the engine breakdown is also indicated by the fact that the drum of the device does not rotate, although the washing machine functions normally. It is not possible to fix such a malfunction on your own. To do this, seek the help of a specialist. The service will conduct a full test of the systems, and then repair all the malfunctions. Typically, the engine of a washing machine simply changes to a new one.
Malfunction of a heating element (TENA)
A heating element is another important element of a washing machine. If the heater breaks down, the unit cannot function normally. In other words, the water ceases to heat up. Because of this, the washing machine may stop during streaming or spinning. You can determine the breakdown before the equipment stops working. If a program with a high temperature is selected, the glass does not fog up and remains cold.
If the washing machine stopped during washing and the water does not heat up, the reason lies in the breakdown of the heater. In some situations, the heater may be in perfect order. Perhaps one of the wires has come off. They should be checked. This requires measurements with an ohmmeter. If the device shows infinite resistance, then the heating element is not working.
Replacing the heater
The heating element cannot be repaired. It must be replaced. To do this, drain the water, turn off the power, remove the cover located on the back of the washing machine, and disconnect the sensors, ground, and power cord. The nut on the screw should be loosened. To do this, make about 6 revolutions, and then press in the screw. Having completed these steps, you can easily remove the heating element.
When choosing a new heater, it is worth paying special attention to labeling. Each model requires its own heating element. Enter the heater into the grooves evenly and without distortions. Hardware should be twisted with effort. However, you should not pull them. At the end of the installation, all wires must be connected. Then you need to reinstall the cover of the device, and run the trial program at high temperature. If the device does not freeze and works normally, then the problem is resolved.
Sensor Failures
If the device starts a normal cycle, but suddenly freezes or shuts down, then this may be due to sensor malfunctions.
- linen balance sensor;
- speed control sensor;
- pressure switch (water level sensor);
- temperature sensor.
They are used to control all the basic processes at each stage of the cycle. If one of the sensors is faulty, then it begins to transmit incorrect information. As a result, the washing machine may freeze, as the control unit cannot understand what the current temperature indicator, water level, and so on. The device may stop during rinsing, washing or spinning.
For troubleshooting, contact a service center. Here, experts will conduct tests and identify a damaged element. After that, the sensor will simply be replaced.
Problems with the electronic control unit of the washing machine
The control unit is an important unit of the device. However, it may fail. Damage can be caused by strong vibration, high humidity or power surges. The control unit is the brain of the washing machine. It is he who collects all the information from the sensors, and also controls the nodes of the washing machine.With incorrect functioning, the technique begins to freeze or stop at rinsing or spinning.
If the control unit does not work properly, then it is impossible to repair the washing machine at home. In such a breakdown, the washing machine should be taken to a service center, since there is special equipment to identify the malfunction. If it is impossible to eliminate the breakdown, the control unit is replaced.
How to identify a malfunction
With many malfunctions, the machine may stop or freeze during the washing process. If the device has a display, then you should pay attention to it. Most often, an indicator with an error code is lit on it. This allows you to determine in which node the failure occurred. The washing machine instruction manual provides a complete list of error codes.
If the washing machine draws water and then stops, then it is worth disconnecting the washing machine from the mains. After some time, you can turn on the device again. The error may have occurred in program control. Disconnecting the device from the network allows you to eliminate it. If it was not possible to eliminate the malfunction in this way, then you should contact a specialist. After all, a washing machine is not the cheapest equipment. In addition, it is not always possible to repair the device at home.
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