Arsl 103 DIY repair

We continue the series of articles on repairing washing machines with our own hands!
The Hotpoint Ariston range is very diverse and includes two dozen washing machines.

As an example: family 105 - arsl, arusl, arsf, armxxl, aqsf, then ariston 5050, 109 and 129.
Let's decipher ARSL 105 (A - ariston, R - assembly Russia, S - depth 40 cm, L - no display, 10 spin speed 1000 rpm, 5 - noise level).

To be honest, everything is confusing and hard to parse.
And troubleshooting during repairs is similar in all instances.

There are machines where there is a liquid crystal screen, then in the event of a breakdown, an error code is on it.
And if not, then - look at the flashing indicators of the front control panel!

• To determine the error code, sum the blinking LEDs according to the figure.

Ariston models HotPoint (1 pic) and AVL, AVSL (2 pics)

• Well, now the most interesting thing is Hotpoint Ariston washing machine error codes with do-it-yourself elimination!

F01 - Lost signal between control board and motor.

Make sure that the mains voltage is stable. It must be at least 210 Volts.

The motor control circuit is a rather capricious component of the washing machine mechanism. It would be nice to independently check the contacts for corrosion and the presence of moisture. It is advisable to check every connection from the control board to the motor. It is possible that the problem may arise even from a detached motor block.

With a tester, we measure the control voltages on the motor block.

Perhaps the thyristor has become unusable. Check the motor terminals.

Control board with commutator motor:

Control board with asynchronous 3-phase motor:

1 NTC thermistor . 2 Capacitor. 3 Throttle. 4 Diode bridge. 5 Power supply. 6 engine control processor. (Q1-Q6) - IGBT transistors.

F02 - no signal from the engine tachogenerator and the electronic module.

We also check the engine block and the module connector.

We make sure that the tachogenerator is working:

The resistance of the contact group in a quiet state should be about 70 ohms. Without removing the probes from the terminals of the coil leads, rotate the motor shaft. The resistance must change. If this happens, then the tachogenerator is working.

F03 - breakage of the temperature sensor (thermistor), closing of the washing heater relay.

The sensor itself rarely fails. Usually there is no signal from the board (temperature sensor connector contacts)

F05 - the drain pump or pressure switch (level sensor) does not work.

80 percent is to blame for a blockage (filter, drain hose) or a pump.

We clean the filter by removing the front panel with a flat screwdriver and wrap it around:

The pump impeller must be clean and free of debris:

We put the washing machine on its side and separate the pipe from the tank and pump:

If error F05 pops up again - the reason is in the electrician, namely why is the pumping pump not working?

We take the multimeter in our hands and by running the drain program we measure the voltage at the pump terminals. It should be equal to 220 volts.

His presence tells us about the replacement of the pump.

F06 - in Diagnostic models, indicates non-working buttons.

A rare mistake, and here everything is clear.

F07, F08 - the heating element is not in the water, does not work (burnt out or breakage).

Make sure there is water in the tank by looking into the drum. Next, having removed the back wall, check the heating element with a tester:

F04, F08 - pressure switch (water level switch).

The presence of a signal from the connector J3.

Check the condition of the level sensor:

– contacts-2-4 are closed – “EMPTY TANK” level
– contacts 2-3 are closed – “FULL TANK” level
– contacts 2-1 are closed – “OVERFLOW” level (not less than half of the loading door glass level.

Remove the top cover by unscrewing the two screws at the back. This sensor is on the top:

Why is he needed?

To adjust the water level in the tank: low, medium and high. It also provides protection against overfilling the tank.

How to check?
We just blow into it. Clicks should be heard. There may be three of them. Depends on the water levels provided by the program: economical, delicate, half load.

F09 The memory card of the electronic board is faulty.

F10 - water intake time exceeded.

The filler pipe from the detergent cuvette to the tank may be clogged, the water inlet valve does not work properly.

Also check the level sensor (see above).

F11 drain pump problem.

The resistance of the pump winding should be about 170 ohms - measure with a tester.
Follow the instructions for error F05

F12 - there is no signal between the control board and the program selector.

Perform an external inspection of the board for damage to the elements.

If burnt nodes are not identified, diagnostics of the control module is required, its flashing.

F13, F14, F15 the drying heater is faulty (washers where there is a drying function).

F16 - the breakdown is related to the blocking of the drum (top-loading machines).

F17 - hatch lock problem.

No power to the door lock - ring the contacts.

Module diagnostics required.

H20 - no water flow error.

It often happens that this is a clogged inlet filter, and there is no water flow due to dirt.

We unscrew the inlet hose, clean the filter mesh at the inlet

In addition, check the water pressure at the inlet of the solenoid inlet valve and its serviceability.

More common Hotpoint Ariston malfunctions:

• The washing program does not start, the sunroof lock light blinks frequently:

Gives an error and drains the water.

Change motor brushes.
Lay the washing machine on its side so that you have free access from below.
Attention! The detergent dispenser must be at the bottom to prevent water from entering the control board!

Disconnect the power connectors and unscrew the engine from the tank.

Do not forget to clean the collector between the motor lamellas. They are covered with an abundant layer of graphite dust. It must be removed. The best way to do this is with a vacuum cleaner. The engine manifold should be cleaned with the abrasive part of the dishwashing sponge, and the degree of wear should be visually checked.

We install the engine in place, stick the connectors, but do not put on the drive belt. It is necessary to perform the lapping procedure of the brushes without load. To do this, we start the spin mode at the minimum available speed, visually and aurally controlling the operation of the engine. It should be smooth and without excessive sparking. Then we put on the belt, and once again start the spin cycle at minimum speed with an empty drum.

• Water is not supplied, the drum is not spinning (motor is not running):

The door is blocked, the display shows the code F-01, error H20

It is necessary to properly organize the drain system. The tip of the hose should be at a height of 60 to 100 cm.

In addition, a break in the jet must be ensured when draining to prevent water being sucked back into the lubricant.

Detailed scheme of the tank with bearings and drum:

001 - screw m8x23 002 - bearing 25 x52 x 15
003 - screw m8x22
004 - bearing 20x47x14 6204 skf
004 - bearing 6206-2z 005 - O-ring 008 - fixing screw + washer
009 - 46 liter tank cross member, 010 - 11 kg upper counterweight 011 - Suspension spring bracket
012 - tank spring l = 181 mm 013 - sight glass gasket 016 - front counterweight
017 - Hose clamp from side 019 - Clamp for pressure switch tube
021 - tank holder 46 l with holes. n1040325
024 - shock absorber 80n hole 8.15 025 - drum ridge 46 l.
029 - cross with seal. 030 - pulley d=210 mm h=20 mm
031 - elastic belt l=1046-1051

independent installation
front loading
washing up to 5 kg
electronic control
spin at 1000 rpm
leakage protection

Washing machine

• Installation freestanding, removable cover for embedding
• Loading type front
• Maximum laundry load 5 kg
• Drying no
• Electronic control (intelligent)
• White colour
• Dimensions (WxDxH) 60x41x85 cm
• Weight 63 kg

Efficiency and energy classes

• Energy class A
• Washing performance class A
• Spin efficiency class C
• Power consumption 0.19 kWh/kg
• Water consumption for washing 43 l

• Spin speed up to 1000 rpm
• There is a choice of spin speed

Safety

• Partial protection against water leakage (housing)
• Imbalance control is
• Foam level control

• Number of programs 16
• Wool wash program
• Special programs for delicate fabrics, economy wash, anti-crease, children's clothes, super rinse, express wash, soak

Other functions and features

• There is a delay timer for the start of washing (up to 12 hours)
• Tank material plastic
• Loading hatch diameter 32 cm
• Noise level (washing) 60 dB
• Additional options for choosing the washing temperature
• Additional information indication of program stages, silk, night cycle

The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes to the design, configuration and design of the devices.

Diagnosis of a breakdown of the washing machine - free of charge in case of repair

• Removing foreign objects from the washing machine - from 1000 rubles.
• replacement or repair of motor brushes - from 1500 rubles.
• replacement or repair of the door handle - from 1200 rubles.
• replacement or replacement of glass in the door - from 1500 rubles.
• replacement or repair of the door lock - from 1300 rubles.
• replacement or repair of the washing machine engine - from 2000 rubles.
• replacement or repair of the pump - from 2000 rubles.
• replacement or repair of the heating element of the washing machine - from 2000 rubles.
• replacement or repair of bearings in the drum - from 2500 rubles.
• replacement or repair of the washing machine drum drive belt - from 1500 rubles.
• repair of the electronic control panel - from 2500 rubles.

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The versatility of Ariston washing machines makes them popular among consumers. Common models SM Hoitpoint-Ariston and Margarita-2000 are ergonomic, reliable, however, even such a technique can break.

It is important to distinguish between the main malfunctions of Ariston washing machines, to know how to fix them and repair them yourself.

The service life of the machine depends on the operating conditions. In the event of a problem, repair of Ariston and Hotpoint Ariston washing machines can be done by hand.

Let's look at the most common malfunctions that appear in cars of this brand.

Clogging is the most common cause of malfunctions in the CM. It prevents the normal draining of water from the tank, as a result, the washing machine cannot switch to the rinse mode. At the same time, the drain pump hums loudly while idling.

If the pump (drain pump) breaks down, the hum of the operating device is heard, but the water does not drain. You will not confuse a malfunction of the water intake valve with anything: even when the Ariston washing machine is turned off, water is taken spontaneously, a characteristic murmur is heard.

As a result of exposure to hard water, scale forms, and the tubular electric heater (TEN) fails. Breakage symptoms: water does not heat up, clothes are washed in cold water, or the washing program does not start at all.

If during operation in the spin mode a rumble and crackle is heard, the bearings have exhausted their resource. You can’t continue to operate the machine, otherwise it will work for wear. The problem of changing bearings is that the wash tank is not separable.

Read on to learn how to disassemble the Ariston washing machine and fix the breakdown.

A fairly common malfunction is wear and loosening of mechanical fasteners. For example, a hatch door may not close due to a skewed or broken hook. If the door is not tightly closed, you will not be able to start the wash.

More rare, but still possible failure. Appears due to high humidity, foam on the board, sudden power surges.

The control module is the "brain" of the Ariston washing machine, therefore, if it breaks down, any CMA parts can fail to work.

Washing machines Ariston, Hotpoint Ariston, Akvaltis, Margarita and other models are equipped with a self-diagnosis function. The system displays a fault code, deciphering which, the user can understand the cause of the breakdown.

A CM with a scoreboard or display will flash an error code on the screen. Those models that do not have a display (such as "Margarita 2000") will give an error by flashing indicators.

How to recognize a code without a scoreboard? For example, the F02 error will be displayed as follows: the light blinked 2 times, paused, then again gave the code 2 times. The number of flashes depends on the fault code.

We list the error codes for SM Ariston: F01, F02, F03, F04, F05, F06, F07, F08, F09, F10, F11, F12, F13, F14, F15, F17, F18.

A short circuit has occurred in the engine control circuit.

1. Remove excess moisture from the controller contacts.

2. Replace controller or motor.

The signal about the operation of the motor does not reach the electronic controller from the tachogenerator.

1. Check the tightness of the connections between the motor and the controller.

2. Check the rotor for blockage.

3. Measure the resistance of the winding of the tachometer with a tester.

4. Replace controller or motor.

Breakage of the temperature sensor, "sticking" of the heating element relay.

1. Inspect the temperature sensor connections to the control unit.

2. Check the sensor with a tester. When broken, it needs to be replaced.

Malfunction of the pressure switch (water level sensor).

1. Make sure the contacts between the sensor and the module are strong.

2. If there is a problem, the pressure switch or controller must be replaced.

Problems with the operation of the drain pump.

1. Check the quality of the connections between the module and the pump.

2. Check the pump and pressure switch with a tester.

3. Remove any blockages.

4. Change pump or water level sensor.

Button error on the control panel.

1. Inspect the wiring connecting the controller to the buttons.

2. Check the functionality of the buttons on the panel.

3. Replace panel or control module.

1. Make sure that the connections between the pressure switch and the module are secure.

2. Check level sensor and heater.

3. Replace sensor or heater.

Malfunction of the pressure switch, problems with the heating element relay.

1. Inspection of the water level sensor.

2. Quality control of the wiring between the heater and the control unit.

3. Replacing the pressure switch, block.

Error (failure) of volatile memory.

1. Flashing the microcircuit.

No signal from water level sensor.

1. Wiring control between the sensor and the control unit.

2. Checking the sensor and block. Replacing a broken part.

No signal from drain pump.

1. Checking the pump and the quality of its connection with the controller.

2. Make sure the pressure switch is working.

3. Replacement of a defective element.

Lost communication between controller and display module.

1. Make sure the connections haven't come off.

2. Replace the defective element.

Open or malfunction of the drying temperature sensor circuit (for the AVD and AVL line).

1. Inspection of the temperature sensor connections with the control unit.

2.Make sure the temperature sensor is working.

3. Replace the broken part.

The drying heater does not turn on (for the AVD and AVL line).

Breakage of the drying relay (for the AVD and AVL line).

2. Check and replace the level sensor.

Problems with the microprocessor.

Knowledge of the device and circuit of the Ariston automatic washing machine will help determine the breakdown. The picture shows the location of the main SMA nodes.

Let's figure out how to carry out an independent repair of the Hotpoint Ariston washing machine.

Which parts get clogged most often and what to check first:

• Drain filter. Open the front panel of the washer, after substituting a container to drain the water. The round part on the right is the filter. Unscrew it and remove debris.
  
• Sewerage and drain hose. Remove the hose and rinse under a high pressure faucet. Inspect the place where it connects to the sewer, perhaps debris has also accumulated there. It is necessary to thoroughly clean everything with special means.

If your actions did not lead to the elimination of the malfunction, you need to check the drain pipe.

• Make sure there is no water in the tank and dispenser.
• Turn off all communications and electricity.
• Lay the machine on its side.
• Below you will see a pipe from the tank to the pump.
• Squeeze the clamp connecting the tank and pump.
• Disconnect the hose clamp from the tank.
• Unscrew the pressure chamber and remove the clamp.
• Remove the pipe, check for blockage.
  
• If the pipe is not in the best condition, it must be replaced; installation is in reverse order.

To make sure that the drain pump is malfunctioning, check:

1. Pull out the pump filter.
2. Start the Spin program.
3. Use a flashlight to look into the hole.
4. If you see that the impeller is spinning, everything is in order. If it stands still, a blockage has formed, or the pump has broken.

Remove the old pump (pump) and install a new one will help the following steps:

• Lay the SM on the left side, having previously disconnected from the network and communications.
• Loosen the two screws in front.
• Disconnect the hoses.
• Pull out the pump and unscrew the three bolts securing the pump shell to the engine.
  
• Replacement is done in reverse order.

Measure the resistance of the filling valve with a multimeter:

1. The valve is located at the point where the Ariston washing machine is connected to the water intake hose.
2. Inspect gaskets for damage.
3. Take the tester and attach its tentacles to the valve contacts. Normal indicators are 30-50 ohms.
4. In the event of a breakdown, it is easy to replace the valve: unscrew it from the washer body and install another one, connecting all the connections. See the video for more details:

To get to the heater, you will need to remove the back wall of the Ariston washing machine. Below is the heating element, as shown in the photo.

Before removing the electric heater, measure its resistance with a multimeter. An indicator of 1 ohm indicates an open circuit, about 0 ohm - a short circuit has occurred. A serviceable device will show 25-30 ohms.

Apply the tester as in the photo:

If a part is defective, replace it. Video to help you:

Changing bearings with your own hands is not easy: you need to disassemble the machine and get the part right.

But if you solve the problem yourself, carefully study the instructions for the Ariston washing machine with vertical and front loading. Watch additional video:

Your washing machine door may not close or lock. The problem may be in the skew of the door, as a result of which the hook does not reach the hole. It is enough to tighten the side loops. If the latch tongue is worn out, or the handle on the door is loose, only replacing the elements will help.

How to remove the control box:

• Pull the plug from the socket, turning off the power to the machine.
• Remove the top cover.
• Pull out the dispenser by pushing the latch in the center.
• Unscrew the front panel.
• Release the clamps and disconnect the board.
• Remove the selector and put a new board on it, and then reassemble in reverse order.

Installing a new block is not difficult.It is more difficult to repair and clean contacts. If you decide not to call the master, but to do the work yourself, watch the video:

Having understood the main causes of malfunctions of the Ariston washing machine, you can fix them yourself. Be attentive to details and do not neglect safety precautions.

Ariston washing machines from an Italian manufacturer can be called a "model of reliability and quality", but they sometimes require attention. Repair of Ariston washing machines in some cases can be done by hand, and a specialist needs to be involved only in the most difficult cases.

In this article, we will analyze the frequent malfunctions of Hotpoint Ariston automatic washing machines, study the “symptoms” of such breakdowns and decide how to properly repair it yourself.

The vast majority of breakdowns of Ariston washing machines are related to their operation. This is recognized by the masters of service centers for the repair of washing machines. Sometimes we are talking about frankly improper operation, the user regularly makes gross mistakes, which lead to a breakdown. But most often, the cause of the breakdown is the operating conditions, which the user either did not know about, or guessed, but did nothing. A vivid example is hard water, which can completely disable the “home helper”!

So, what breakdowns are most often found on Hotpoint Ariston washing machines? We decided to compile a kind of rating of the frequency of breakdowns. When compiling the rating, we rely on statistical data provided by the leading service centers for the repair of washing machines.

1. blockages. Blockages themselves can hardly be considered breakdowns; rather, they are the cause of various breakdowns. However, it is blockages that craftsmen have to deal with most often, and it is strong blockages that most often paralyze the operation of various Hotpoint Ariston washing machines.
2. A heating element. In second place in our ranking is ten. Despite the fact that the heating element itself is of high quality, low-quality hard water does its job. Over time, the scale layer destroys even the best part and it has to be changed.
3. Water pump. In third place is the drain pump or pump. This part fails quite rarely and in most cases the reason is wear and tear from long-term operation.
4. Fill valve. Even more rarely, the filling valve fails. More precisely, not even the valve itself, but a rubber gasket. Rubber becomes dull over time and begins to let water through, this causes a malfunction. The gasket itself costs a penny, but the services of a master in replacing this gasket cannot be called cheap.
5. Bearings and seals. In fifth place are the breakdowns of bearings and seals. On Hotpoint Ariston washing machines, this is a rarity, but if such a breakdown occurs, you cannot continue to operate the machine.

Important! The electrics and electronics of the Hotpoint Ariston washing machine are intentionally not included in the rating, since it breaks very rarely.

If you have problems with blockages on the Hotpoint Ariston washing machine, do not rush to call the master, everything can be repaired quickly, with your own hands. How do you know that you are dealing with a blockage? The main sign of a blockage in the drain system is the idle operation of the drain pump, that is, it is buzzing, but the water does not leave the tank. Usually, this trouble appears after the end of washing, the machine cannot drain the waste water to start rinsing and freezes, or it drains the water too slowly.

Strong blockage can be in several places:

• in the drain pipe, between the tank and the drain filter - this happens less often, since the pipe is quite thick;
• in the drain filter - there the blockage forms most often;
• in the pump - in Ariston washing machines, blockages in the pump are rare, since an additional filter is installed in front of the drain pump;
• in the drain hose - blockages rarely occur, mainly in cases where the hose was not installed correctly.

How to quickly clear blockages? First of all, you need to check and clean the easily accessible places of the washing machine where a blockage could occur. First, unscrew the drain filter, which is located on the Ariston machines at the bottom right under the narrow panel. Before unscrewing the filter, put a cloth over it, as water will flow from it. Remove all debris from the filter, and then screw it back on.

Next, it is important to check the drain hose and sewer. In some situations, a banal blockage in the drain pipe can force the user to turn to machine repair specialists when it would be more correct to turn to plumbers. And if everything is in perfect order, then it will be necessary to disassemble the machine, clean the nozzles and the pump. To remove the pipe, you will need to loosen two clamps, and to remove the pump, you will need to disconnect it from the sensors and unscrew the two fasteners.

If any malfunction occurs, the Hotpoint Ariston “washer” gives an error with a certain code displayed on the screen. It is very important to correctly recognize the error codes of Ariston washing machines, because this is a direct clue indicating the cause of the breakdown.

A broken inlet valve “according to symptoms” is quite difficult to confuse with other breakdowns of the Hotpoint Ariston washing machine. When the inlet valve stops shutting off the water, water begins to flow into the washing machine tank by gravity, even if the “home assistant” is turned off from the network.

If you hear the characteristic murmur of water being filled in and drained from the tank when the machine is turned off, be sure this is a valve.

To check the filling valve, you need to remove the top cover of the Hotpoint Ariston machine by unscrewing the two fasteners. The valve is located at the junction of the inlet hose with the body of the machine. First of all, we check the gaskets, if they are intact, then you need to measure the resistance of the device, and for this you will have to use a multimeter. We install the probes on the contacts of the filling valve and check. The device should show approximately 30 to 50 ohms.

A defective filling valve should be replaced with a similar one; self-repair is not possible. The replacement itself is done very quickly, we unscrew the old valve from the body and screw in the new one, not forgetting to connect the sensors. It is worse if the pump fails, because this is a rather expensive part.

A faulty pump gives itself out during washing, when the machine should drain the water, but it does not, while the pump either does not make any sounds at all, or it buzzes, but the murmur of the drained water is not audible.

Note! Strictly speaking, these symptoms are superficial and may be indicative of other problems (eg electronics), but it should make you think to check the pump first.

In the Hotpoint Ariston washing machine, it is located at the bottom and you can get to it through the bottom. It is better to check and replace the drain pump by a specialist, but you can do everything yourself, the main thing is to thoroughly study the progress of work.

The heating element is an important part of the washing machine, responsible for the temperature of the water in the tank, and therefore for the quality of the wash. If the heating element is faulty, the wash either does not start at all, and the system gives an error, or the wash is performed in cold water. Both should prompt you to check and replace the heating element in the Hotpoint Ariston washing machine.

Checking the heating element of the Ariston washing machine is not difficult at all. It is necessary to deploy the machine, in the lower part of the rear wall there is a service hatch, which is attached to the clamps and several self-tapping screws. We unscrew the screws, and squeeze the latches with a screwdriver, after which the cover will be removed. Behind the lid, under the tank, you will see two large contacts with a fastener in the middle - this is the heating element. We unscrew the screw, and then we begin to pull the heating element towards ourselves, pulling it out with shaking movements.

Note! Before pulling out the heating element, it’s a good idea to measure the resistance with a multimeter, perhaps the device is working, and you don’t need to touch it.

As we have already noted, failures of bearings and seals are the most rare malfunctions of Ariston washing machines. However, if this happens, urgent action must be taken. Recognizing such a breakdown is not difficult. When the bearing is destroyed, the moving elements begin to make unpleasant sounds, the shaft begins to rub against the bushing, which leads to wear. And if you do not take any measures and continue to wash, then this can lead to the fact that the drum will begin to play and damage the tank.

So that your favorite washing machine does not end up in a landfill, you need to contact a specialist when such sounds appear, or try to change the bearings yourself. If you are determined to do the work yourself, study the information offered on our website. Otherwise, with such a complex repair, it is not surprising to make serious mistakes. The main difficulty is that in order to get to the bearings, you need to disassemble the entire washing machine, along with the tank.

In addition, it will be necessary to correctly remove the old bearings without damaging the sleeve, and then correctly install the new ones so that re-repair is not required. Without proper skill, self-repair is not possible for many, so before taking on work, consider delegating it to a specialist.

In conclusion, we note that it is theoretically possible to repair malfunctions of Ariston machines with your own hands, especially if you have the time and patience. But still, in order to avoid mistakes and unnecessary expenses, it is better to contact a specialist because "the miser pays twice"!