Quality repair of the washing machine "Ariston" with their own hands

The equipment of the Ariston brand is on the list of the most reliable and durable. Along with the best German washing machines, the models of this brand have high maintainability, which allows them to operate for many years. With rare exceptions, the same methods and methods of restoring working capacity are applied to the units, as in the cases with analogues from other manufacturers. Still, repairing the washing machine "Ariston" with their own hands requires knowledge of the nuances in troubleshooting, as well as ways to eliminate them. Most of the breakdowns occur for typical reasons, which facilitates repair operations.

Possible malfunctions

Any technique breaks down over time, but the reasons can be different, like defective parts. With regard to washing machines Ariston, you can name a few of the most characteristic failures:

• Problems with the pump. Even if you lower the risk of clogging with large objects that are in the hoses due to a user's oversight, over time the pump stops coping with loads due to accumulated dirt particles. Fortunately, the independent repair of the washing machine "Ariston" in this case does not cause serious problems.
• Wear of bearings. Close contact with water during long-term operation can contribute not only to changing the shape of the shaft with bearings, but also lead to serious breakdown of adjacent elements of the technical filling.
• Faulty drum. With strong vibrations or uncharacteristic noise of the machine, it is necessary to diagnose the drum - perhaps, its fastenings have loosened or the rib broke.

Of course, this is not a complete list of problems that users of the washing machine Ariston may encounter. But they are the most common, and can also cause other malfunctions.

Disassembly instruction

In almost all cases where it is required to repair the washing machine, it is necessary to disassemble it. Degree of disassembly may be different, but knowing the full procedure will make it possible to easily replace or repair any part. In particular, the repair of the drum of the washing machine "Ariston" is not possible without unscrewing the connecting elements of the housing and the subsequent withdrawal of the tank.

The first thing to do is remove the top cover - usually remove a few screws from its rear. At this stage, access to the engine, solenoid valves, TEN, counterweights and other highly responsible components will already be opened. If you plan to repair the control panel, before removing it, you must remove the tray with detergent. The path to the heating element in the Ariston machines runs in the rear part. To remove it, it is necessary to remove all the wiring located next to it. If there is a malfunction in the bearings, drum or pulley belt, several manipulations with the nuts and bushings that fix these components must be performed. To remove the pump, you will also need to remove the decorative bottom bar or open the hatch. Then the fixing screws are loosened and the pump is pulled out.

Drum Repair

Recovery of the drum is not always possible, especially with self-repair. However, if problems arise with fasteners or ribs of this part, then successful repair is quite feasible. The metal drum in Ariston models is located in the lower area under the edge. Also, after parsing the case, you can see the tab, due to which the edge is fixed in the given position. These components must be in good order. If there are signs of deformation, it is necessary to repair the washing machine "Ariston". With your own hands, this can be done with the help of a metalwork tool by mechanically restoring the shape of the parts. In particular, the fastening of the ribs is amenable to correction. In other cases, you will have to install new parts. If the stiffening rib is defective , it must be removed by removing the fastening hooks to the drum. Install a new element must be strictly on the seat so that the locking tongue works.

Bearing Replacement

To replace the bearings, it will be necessary to provide access to the motor and the shaft of the drum. The tank must be divided into two parts, one of which will be pressed old bearings. They need to be knocked out by a chisel with the help of hammer blows. In this case, the mechanical impact should be as cautious as possible so that the washing machine "Ariston" is not damaged. Repair of the bearing can also assume the renewal of the stuffing box, which usually causes problems in this area. When the bearings are removed, you can begin to clean up their location. The installation is performed so that the internal elements first enter. New bearings are also carefully introduced with the help of a hammer and a wooden bar - this time it is very important not to damage the very part with the shaft.

Software module repair

Electronic modules are among the most whimsical elements of washing machines. To break them, one awkward manipulation on the control panel is enough. However, most often the causes are mechanical damages that do not allow the program to perform its functions - as a result, a repair of the washing machine is required. "Ariston Margarita", as one of the most high-tech models, is quite vulnerable in this regard. Replacement or repair of its modules involves, first of all, the extraction of the software element itself.

To do this, remove the control panel, pull out the containers for the detergent and disassemble the main parts of the case, after which you can perform and dismantle the module. Unfortunately, it is the repair of the software unit that is rarely performed due to serious damage. Sometimes it is easier to replace a defective item with a new one than repairing the Ariston washing machine module or another brand. Moreover, universal modules for washing machines worth 5-7 thousand rubles are available in stores.

Replacement of heating elements

Problems with the heating element (TEN) arise as a result of leaks to the housing and the termination of the circuit. Regardless of the cause of the fault, only the heater replacement will help. Having provided access to the heater during the parsing of the machine, it is necessary to fix it with a camera (after the picture, the configuration can be restored by installing a new part), the arrangement of wires and contacts, and then disconnect all connections. Next, loosen the nut in the center of the heating element. It does not need to be fully twisted - it must go deep into the tension bolt. This manipulation will make it possible to extract the heater. When replacing it, the old temperature indicator must be transferred to a new part. Before installing the serviceable element, it is advisable to grease the pad with soap or treat it with a detergent. In most cases, the quality repair of the washing machine "Ariston" with their own hands can be performed provided the new parts are properly prepared - including with the preliminary cleaning of the installation site.

Replacing the cuff of the hatch

Sealing cuff does not belong to the most difficult to replace elements, but a number of nuances for performing this operation need to be known. Access to the cuff opens through the front wall. In the process of dismantling it is necessary to detach its edges from the front part of the machine body, remove the lock and unscrew all fasteners. In the upper part of the cuff is connected to the drying duct, therefore, if the complex repair of the washing machine "Ariston" is carried out by oneself, it will be superfluous to check these devices. Using a slotted screwdriver, you need to unscrew several clamps and disconnect the cuff with toothed latches. When the last collar is removed, the sealing collar itself will move away from the tank. Clearing the vacant space, you can begin to install a working part. It is important that, in addition to the accuracy of the cuff, the drain holes are aligned with their counterparts on the bottom of the tank.

Cleaning the hose

Another common problem, in which the technology does not ensure proper drainage of water. In the Ariston line, the Hotpoint series models are particularly affected by such violations, which also involves an electronic weighing system that monitors water flow. As a result, such combination of electronics and control of the circulation by pumps leads to the fact that the repair of washing machines "Hotpoint Ariston" affects several components at once. First, it is necessary to clean the filter by draining the water. This procedure should be done in manual mode - that is, pour water through the drain hose into a prepared container. Next, turn off the pumps, while carefully handling the handle of the hatch. From the container, remove all foreign objects that could hinder the circulation of water. Blades on the impeller pump in working order should be easy to move. If all other components providing drainage are in order, you can twist the lid.

Prevention of malfunctions

Proper operation, coupled with regular maintenance of washing machines, allows you to maximize their service life. In the list of basic maintenance activities, you can highlight hose testing and descaling. The most convenient in use is the washing machine "Ariston", the repair of which, meanwhile, is quite problematic due to the presence of electronic stuffing. It's not every user who can solve the software malfunctions with their own hands, so they should be treated with extreme sensitivity, checking the correct operation of the module. Do not forget the fact that the washing machine belongs to the technique with a hygienic function, so all the tank cavity, sealing cuff and door of the hatch should be regularly treated with cleaning agents.