Do-it-yourself PMM electrolux repair

Dishwashers from the Electrolux company are quite common in Russia. Despite the high quality of the components and assembly of the Electrolux dishwasher, it, like other units and devices, can break down and requires utmost attention and prevention. Before proceeding with the repair, it is necessary to diagnose the problems, determine the typical ones and learn about the existing repair methods. In this article we will try to tell you about how to repair Electrolux dishwashers and other subtleties associated with this process.

Most of the dishwashers supplied to the Russian market are manufactured in Poland and account for about 90%. The quality of their components and assembly can be compared with similar units of German and Swedish companies, however, as they say, there is no need to choose. Most experts highlight the following advantages of household appliances manufactured by Electrolux:

• all components are made exclusively from high quality raw materials;
• the development of circulation pumps was approached really reasonably, they had a high working resource;
• the manufacturer is sensitive to small parts, such as: wires, clamps, terminals, rubber bands and filters, which in turn made it possible to increase the period of trouble-free operation of the dishwasher.

There were no especially critical drawbacks during the operation of the dishwasher, one of them, like everyone else, has typical breakdowns, from which it is rather difficult to protect yourself. Let's list them below:

• clogging of drain and filler pipes;
• failures in the water intake program;
• problems with the quality of dishwashing;
• TEN (heating element) does not heat up the water sufficiently.

Drain and filler pipes can become clogged not only in Electrolux dishwashers, this is a common problem with these units. The speed at which they will clog depends on the quality of the water, the content of minerals and metals in the water. This is due to the fact that they settle on the walls, after which they simply clog them.

If this breakdown is found, the repair will be a fairly simple process. You will need to clean the clogged filter, after which we recommend that you perform this operation regularly, so as not to face a problem in the future. The use of chemicals such as Kalgon does not in any way prevent the formation of deposits on the filter and pipes. It only protects internal components.

If you have rather hard water, you need to monitor the dishwasher more closely and clean the above-described parts more often. How exactly can this be done?

• turn off the water with a tee tap;
• disconnect the inlet hose along with the flow filter on both sides of the tee tap and dishwasher;
• dismantle the small flow filter from the dishwasher body (it is located at the beginning of the filling path, where the inlet hose is installed);
• clean and then rinse the hose together with the filters with running water;
• assemble the device.

It is worth noting that when installing a dishwasher, some do not install a flow filter directly between the tee tap and the hose. In this situation, only one filter will be clogged, the one that is installed at the beginning of the filler pipe.

Much more often, the nozzles and hoses of the drain track, garbage filters are clogged.Experts recommend that users make periodic inspections of these spare parts, at least once every two months. In the case when the dishwasher is used intensively, namely several times a day, it must be checked every 1-1.5 months. In order to protect the nodes from clogging, you must adhere to the following simple rules:

1. Remove large food residues with a paper towel before placing the dishes inside the unit.
2. Use only high-quality detergents, or make them yourself.
3. Check the container in which the regenerating salts are located, it should never reach a critical level.
4. After each washing process, visually inspect the waste filters and clean them if necessary.

If you notice that the water in the dishwasher does not heat up enough, then most likely there is a problem with the heating element, or with a temperature sensor or other control modules. Electrolux dishwashers are quite sensitive to voltage surges and oversaturation. What can this lead to?

In the best case, you will get off with a blown fuse, in the worst case, several triacs of the control board may burn out. After this, the control module simply will not be able to send signals to the heating element, or it will do it with a delay or perform it incorrectly. Repair of the arisen malfunctions quite time consuming and expensive occupation, you need:

• disassemble the dishwasher in half in order to get to the TEN;
• check the integrity of the wires going to Teng and measure the resistance with a multimeter;
• check the parts of the control module, in case of a malfunction, replace with a new one.

We would like to note that in order to protect household appliances and other appliances from voltage surges, you can use a voltage stabilizer, which is purchased separately.

If you do not understand this topic, the best solution would be to call a specialist who accurately diagnoses breakdowns and fixes it as soon as possible.

Quite often, during the execution of the washing program, it simply freezes. Most often, to solve the problem, it is necessary to reboot the dishwasher, to put it simply, it is necessary to turn off the device for just a couple of minutes, and then return the power supply to it again.

If this problem repeats with all dishwashing programs, it is necessary to call a specialist who will thoroughly check everything, and if a defect or defect is found, replace the damaged part.

Note! On some dishwasher models Electrolux replacing a control module costs a lot of money. In such a situation, it will be easier for you to buy a new dishwasher than to replace a faulty control module.

However, do not be upset, this problem is most often associated with an error in the operation of the following sensors, namely: pressure switch, aquasensor and others. Sometimes the electrical network is involved in the failure of the entire group of sensors.

In this article, we looked at how to repair Electrolux dishwashers with our own hands. However, remember that if you do not understand anything about technology, the best solution would be to turn to specialists who will carry out all the repairs themselves, and you will not have to waste your nerves and funds on unjustified actions.

The introduction of the Electrolux dishwasher in the home eliminates the need for routine work. Everything would be fine, but equipment may fail. Should you rush to the service center? Or can you repair your Electrolux dishwasher with your own hands?

Dishwasher repair

In order to understand whether it is possible to repair a kitchen assistant with your own hands, you need to know how the dishwasher works:

1. The machine draws water from the central water supply;
2. Under pressure, it enters the unit through the filter. The pressure switch closes the inlet valve. The water heats up;
3. Hot water with the help of a pump enters the working chamber, starts work through the sprinklers;
4. Waste water passes through filters and again enters the sprinklers;
5. The water is drained into the drain using a drain pump.

The most common problem with an Electrolux dishwasher is a clogged filter.

Dishwasher repair

Electrolux dishwasher manufacturers issue detailed instructions. In them you need to find a photo with the position of the filters in the car. You may need tools:

• a screwdriver to unscrew the filter;
• pliers;
• basin to drain the water.

If there is still water in the machine, first unplug it. Pull the hose out of the sewage drain hole, move it into a bucket, basin, and turn on the dishwasher in the "drain" mode.

Then remove the dishes from the dishwasher and unscrew the water filter. Clean, rinse and reinstall. In the photo - a filter in the Electrolux dishwasher.

At this stage, it will be useful to prevent blockages in the sewer system. It is worth cleaning the drain pipes with "Mole", "Tiret" products, or with a cable for cleaning the sewage system.

When placing the drain hose back into the drain hole, make sure there are no kinks.

What should I do if cleaning the filters in the Electrolux dishwasher does not restore the unit to work?

With your own hands, you can clean the drain pump from dirt. The location of the drain pump is also shown in the photo in the user manual.

It is necessary to remove all fasteners of the pump, clean it with a thin object. After completing the cleaning, check the pump blades stroke. They should rotate easily. The photo shows that the pump is clogged with food debris and lime deposits.

It remains to fix the drain pump in place, and check the operation of the dishwasher.

The pressure switch is a part of the dishwasher that controls the water pressure. It happens that food gets into it, as a result of which the device gives incorrect readings. This causes malfunctions:

• poor quality dishwashing;
• water will run non-stop, which could lead to a flood.

On the forums, repairmen are advised to remove the pressure switch for testing. Using pliers, remove the tube clamp of the part, carefully remove the entire part. The photo shows a pressure switch for the Electrolux dishwasher.

To check if the device is working, you need to blow into the pressure switch tube. If you hear a click, the part is working properly. The click is not audible - the pressostat needs to be repaired on the Electrolux dishwasher.

You can watch the detailed instructions for removing and checking the pressure switch with your own hands in the video.

In cases of breakdown of electronic parts, it is better to contact a specialist who will repair Electrolux dishwashers at home.

In order not to have to take the Electrolux dishwasher for repair, you should take proper care of the device.

For a kitchen assistant to work for a long time and without complaints, you need:

1. Remove grease and food residues from the drain filter every two weeks. If it is heavily soiled, the filter can be soaked in a weak vinegar solution;
2. Check the operation of the water blades once a quarter. They are unscrewed, taken out of the car. Use a toothpick to clean the holes in them. Having installed the parts in place, you should check whether they rotate easily;
3. Check the drain pipe and drain pump every six months. Water filters should be washed, if they are worn out, replace;
4. Use detergents and water softeners approved for dishwashers. Do not use ordinary dishwashing detergents!
5. Remove leftover food from dishes as thoroughly as possible before placing in the dishwasher;
6. Carry out a preventive wash every 2-3 months.To do this, add 250 ml of vinegar solution 9-12% to the machine without dishes, turn on the "economical" mode, pause in the middle of the cycle. Leave the car for half an hour, or longer. During this time, the dirt accumulated in the dishwasher will dissolve.

Prevention is the main thing for cars, as well as for people. Subject to these simple rules, the dishwasher will last a long time and flawlessly.

Dishwashers of the Electrolux brand (Electrolux) are widespread in the CIS market, including in Russia. Despite the fact that these PMMs are of high quality, they break down at an enviable frequency.

Before proceeding with the repair of the dishwasher, it is worthwhile to understand the causes of the malfunctions in order to understand whether it is worth solving the problem on your own or is it better to contact the service. You will learn more about typical breakdowns, the reasons for their appearance and the intricacies of repairing Electrolux dishwashers.

Electrolux PMM error codes are collected and described in detail in a separate article.

Malfunctions of the Electrolux dishwasher are rarely caused by a factory defect, although such a possibility cannot be rejected. But more often the users themselves are to blame for the occurrence of failures (violation of the installation and operation rules) and independent factors, force majeure.

Consider the common reasons for the failure of these dishwashers:

• The culprit that the PMM broke down may be blockages in the drain or filler path.
• The dishwasher does not work or does not heat the water due to power surge.
• Failures can occur due to weak electrical... Bad wiring is a problem with this brand of dishwashers. Moreover, everything can be fine at the factory, and the contacts and wires burn out already during the operation of the machine.
• Problems with the efficiency of the washing process can be associated with incorrect installation, user intervention (children kinked the hose), violation of operating rules (washing too dirty dishes, using non-professional household chemicals), etc.

To understand what a breakdown means, Electrolux dishwashers are equipped with a modern breakdown self-diagnosis system. Having found a problem, the machine itself signals the user about it, displaying error codes on the screens.

Having decided on the problem and understanding what caused it, you can start repairing - on your own or with the help of a wizard.

We will not consider all cases of PMM malfunctions - there can be dozens of them. Let's figure out how to fix such typical failures on our own:

• blockages of the drain or filling system;
• problems with heating water;
• failure to complete a given program;
• poor quality of washing.

This breakdown can be classified as systemic, since it is characteristic not only of Electrolux machines.

The degree of filling with litter pipes, hoses and filters depends on the quality of the water supplied from the water supply. The worse the water, the faster the blockages occur. If there are too many minerals in your water system, they will quickly build up on the inside of the filter, causing it to clog up suddenly.

In this case, it will not be difficult to repair the car, even if you decide to do it yourself.

Important! To avoid recurrence of this breakdown, do not forget to remove the filter from time to time and clean it from plaque.

If the water is too hard, treat the machine as carefully as possible: check all elements of the filling system - filters, nozzles and a hose. You need to do it like this:

• shut off the water supply to the system by closing the tee tap;
• unscrew the water intake hose together with the filter * from the tee tap and from the PMM body;
• take out a small flow filter (located at the place where the hose is twisted with the equipment body);

• rinse both filters and the hose (if rinsing is difficult, clean with a special brush) and put back.

* Often, users, along with the installation of a dishwasher, provide a small flow filter located on the side of the tap.If it is installed, then there will be blockages only in the filter fixed to the PMM body.

Important! If you use different water softeners, then in this case they are ineffective, since they only protect the internal parts, and have nothing to do with filters and hoses.

If we talk about the trash filter, as well as the hose and drain pipe, their blockages are more frequent. Repairers advise cleaning at least twice a month, and if the machine is used intensively, every 4 weeks. Prevention will help prevent blockages, which is described in detail in the instructions for your PMM model.

In short, the rules are:

• before loading the dishes, the remnants of food must be removed;
• household chemicals should be selected carefully, focusing on funds from leading brands;
• it is worth monitoring the level of regenerating salt;
• After each use, the filters should be inspected and cleaned if necessary.

On a note! You can clean the rest of the drain system using special products. Choose the right composition, pour it into the machine, run a blank wash - and the blockages will disappear. If it does not help, disassembly is needed, for which it is worth attracting a master.

Faults in which the water does not heat up concern the heater, sensors and even the control board. Dishwashers "Electrolux" are a "delicate" technique, sensitive to power surges in the network, which is typical for Russian power grids.

If you do not have an automatic machine and a stabilizer installed, the dishwasher can easily become a victim of another low or high voltage. In the most optimistic perspective, only the fuse will suffer, and if you are not lucky, the triacs on the control unit may burn out.

To fix such a breakdown, you need:

• make a partial disassembly of the case;
• check the heater (heating element), its contacts and wiring;
• check the serviceability of the module, find the faulty element and replace it with a similar one (re-solder the board).

We recommend that you entrust diagnostics and all repairs to a good master, especially if you see an ohmmeter and electrical circuits for the first time. Self-intervention can turn out to be disastrous, so you should not risk expensive equipment.

If the dishwasher freezes while washing, don't worry - it's a common occurrence. In 50% of cases, a reboot helps. Proceed like this:

If the program hangs not for the first time, and this is a systematic phenomenon, a factory defect of the electronic board is not excluded. The module often costs as much as half of the dishwasher itself, so we do not recommend disassembling it yourself, especially if the warranty period has not yet expired.

Have the machine repaired under warranty, or contact a trusted mechanic.

Do not panic, the case described above is very rare. The washing machine can freeze for a number of other reasons that are less laborious to repair:

• failure of the aqua sensor;
• malfunctions of the pressure switch;
• breakdown of other sensors.

The instability of the electrical network can also be to blame for the occurrence of such problems. Therefore, before disassembling the dishwasher, we advise you to deal with the electricity in the house.

If the "Electrolux" washing machine does not cope with its tasks and does not wash the dishes well, then this may be due to several reasons at once.

Typically, machines will not wash well if water or dishwashing detergent hardly gets into the system. To make sure that everything is in order with the product, look into the cuvette - if a tablet or part of the powder remains in it, it means that a failure has occurred in the supply system.

When the wash is running without water (or water is supplied insufficiently), this fact is also easy to establish: the machine will report an error using the code on the display. Or dry and dirty dishes will be waiting for you at the end of the program. Check nodes like this:

• is there water in the water supply network;
• whether the hoses and filters in the water intake system are clogged;
• Is the filler valve working?
• whether the valve regulating the supply of detergents is working properly;
• correct loading of detergents in the PMM.

In conclusion, we note that if the Electrolux dishwasher breaks down, the repair can cause some difficulties. In some cases, it will be possible to limit ourselves to self-repair - to clean the filter, inspect the hose or replace the detergent. Happy use!

The quality of modern household appliances is at a very high level, but they sometimes break down for various reasons. Before starting to repair Electrolux dishwashers at home, let's take a look at the typical malfunctions for this model and how to fix them.

According to statistics, 90% of cars under the Electrolux brand that are sold in Russia are manufactured at factories in Poland. Their quality is slightly worse than that of their counterparts from Germany, but the pricing policy does not bite either. Masters from service centers, especially for the Russian consumer, note the following advantages:

• reliability and quality of the machine body;
• well-equipped circulating pumps with a large work resource;
• During the assembly, the main attention is paid to small parts - wiring terminals, rubber bands, filter elements, connecting wires and clamps, on which the trouble-free operation of the equipment primarily depends.

No particularly obvious shortcomings or weaknesses were found, but, like other brands, there are some of their typical breakdowns and malfunctions, from which no one is insured:

• hoses, branch pipes of water supply and drainage systems are often clogged;
• water does not heat up according to the mode;
• sometimes there may be problems with the execution of the set dishwashing programs.

In order not to make frequent dishwasher repairs, you must always pay attention to the state of technology, adhere to the recommendations set out in the instructions.

In all water-based technology, these systems are the first to get clogged. To blame here water quality, because in different regions it is not only different in hardness, but also contains numerous impurities of various minerals.

The first blow is perceived by the filter installed at the entrance to the machine: all harmful impurities settle on its walls, therefore, it is necessary to constantly clean it of scale. No chemical cleaning agents will help you - they only clean the inside of the hoses and system connections.

The algorithm for cleaning the filter element is simple and completely do-it-yourself:

• shut off the water supply to the machine;
• disconnect the inlet hose with a built-in flow filter from the tap and the entrance to the dishwasher;
• remove the mesh filter from the housing at the entrance to the machine;
• flush the hose and both filters, then reinstall everything.

Many users do not install an additional filter at the inlet to the drain hose, but in vain - this halves the load on the filter mesh element installed on the machine.

Prevention is the basis for the purity of these elements, such measures for the Electrolux machine are popularly described in the attached instruction manual, but we will remind you of the main points:

1. Remove food residues from dishes before placing them in baskets.
2. Add detergents strictly according to the norm, only of high quality, tested in work, so that their undissolved sediments do not clog the filters.
3. Make sure you have enough regenerating salt.
4. After each dishwashing check both filters on the bottom of the machine tank, clean them of impurities.

For preventive cleaning of the drain system, purchase a patented agent, pour it on the bottom of the tank and turn on the wash at idle speed without adding any detergents.

Problems with water heating are directly related to the heating element or to the sensors and the control module. This foreign technique is very sensitive to voltage drops in the electrical network, due to which a triac can burn out - a symmetrical triode thyristor in the control board.

The control module will not be able to give the necessary signal to the heating element to heat the water - repairing the dishwasher will be expensive due to the amount of work performed:

• dismantling the machine to get to the heating element;
• diagnostics of it, as well as the entire electrical circuit;
• ring the control module, identify the malfunction and replace, if possible, remove and test in the laboratory.

Advice! To protect your assistant from voltage surges, install a stabilizer with your own hands between the meter and the machine's connection line.

Repairs and diagnostics should be carried out by a specialist from a service center; a do-it-yourself check can lead to the need to replace the machine with a new one.

This defect is quite common on models of Electrolux cars - the masters advise turning it off for a few seconds, and then turning it on again. Sometimes the hang is repeated systematically, here this method is no longer valid. There is a factory defect: it is necessary to replace control module and test the operation of the machine in all modes.

Some models of Electrolux cars are cheaper to buy than to replace a completely expensive control module.

Failures of this component are quite rare, often the cause of failures is unstable operation. sensors - aquasensor, pressure switch and the like. Dishwasher repair will consist of replacing them.

Machines of this brand often have problems with the flow of water or with the supply of detergents. In order not to bring the Electrolux dishwasher to an urgent expensive repair, you must immediately diagnose the problem: there is a tablet left, the powder has not dissolved, which means there are problems with the supply of detergents or water.

• we check the presence of water in the domestic water supply system;
• we look if the inlet hose, mesh filters are clogged;
• we investigate the serviceability of the detergent supply valve;
• we analyze the correct loading of detergents.

After eliminating all of these shortcomings, the quality of dishwashing should be excellent.

Another tip: do not be lazy to carry out various preventive work... Add 250 g of vinegar at least 3 times a month, turn on Economy mode, pause in the middle of the cycle and leave the machine in this state for an hour. During this time, the formed limescale will dissolve completely and without a trace.