DIY candy washing machine repair

In detail: do-it-yourself candy washing machine repair from a real master for the site my.housecope.com.

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SMA made in Italy are popular among Russian consumers for the convenience of the management system and a large number of programs. They are small, not very expensive, but break more often than LG or BOSH. If you have skills in the device of household appliances, then you can try to repair Candy washing machines yourself.

Breakdowns can range from simple to complex ones that can lead to costly repairs. To determine the reasons for the failure, it is necessary to diagnose, which is quite possible to carry out on your own. Experienced craftsmen put the following faults in the first place:

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  1. Blockage or technical malfunction in the drain system. The machine stops draining water, stops after washing, without going to spin. If the tightness is broken, then a leak may occur during the wringing of things. A signal to a problem that has arisen may be a characteristic noise during the descent of water. It is usually audible if the pump is clogged.
  2. Wear of the moving parts of the washing machine. Oil seals, engine, shock-absorbing elements, bearings - all this is under constant load. If any of the elements fails, vibration appears in the machine, especially during the spinning process. If you listen, you can distinguish light tapping or grinding in the drum.
  3. Failure of the water heating element. This problem is typical for older models. The water stops heating up, or the machine doesn't wash at all.
  4. Problems with electrical and electronics. The wiring and the points of its connection to the sensors cause the washing machine to stop working. In most cases, due to high humidity, oxidation appears on the terminals, but sometimes the wiring "burns". Voltage drops cause the failure of the sensors and the control module. The failure of the pressure switch is accompanied by problems with draining and drawing water, poor spinning indicates that the tachometer has broken.
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To fix the problem with your own hands, careful preparation is necessary. You will need a spacious workplace, tools and accessories.

  1. Eliminate blockage and drain problems.

This breakdown can be easily repaired on its own. The problem, as a rule, manifests itself in those situations when the rules for operating the machine and caring for it are violated. Cleaning the drain begins with checking the filter. In Kandy, it is located on the lower left side, hidden by a small door or panel. To clean it, carefully unscrew it counterclockwise, pull it towards you. First, spread a rag on the floor to collect the flowing water. The removed filter is washed with water, cleaned of debris, and installed in place.

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To clean the hose, pipe and pump, you will have to raise the washer or lay it on its side. The power supply is disconnected beforehand, the drain hose is disconnected from the sewer system. You will have to get to the pump in cars of this brand through the bottom, which is either not there, or there is a special pallet.

After loosening the clamps, it is necessary to disconnect the hose and branch pipe. The latter is washed with water, wiped dry. The hose is cleaned with a cable with a brush and inspected for damage. After that, the sensors are disconnected from the pump intended for draining the water, the fasteners are unscrewed. Having taken out the pump, it is necessary to check the impeller located under the cover. As a rule, hair, wool, villi are wound around it, so everything will have to be removed. It is recommended to replace the burnt out pump with a new one.

Now all that remains is to assemble the machine and test it in operation.

Such work is considered more serious. The difficulty in replacing bearings is that the sleeve that holds them is thermally pressed in, and the bearings themselves are difficult to remove. For repairs, you will have to disassemble the washer by removing the top cover and back panel. First, remove the detergent tray. Next, the front panel is detached. Now it is the turn of the tank, which is removed carefully so as not to damage the wiring and hoses that were previously disconnected.

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The peculiarity is that you cannot cope with such work yourself - you will need an assistant. To remove the bearings, the tank will have to be disassembled, the pulley removed from the shaft, the shaft removed, and the two bearings will have to be removed. For such work, you will need a special removable device, but you can also use a regular hammer. Now it remains to install new bearings and assemble the machine. It will not be superfluous if you pre-lubricate the cleaned seats with grease.

Another problem is shock absorbers wear. Strong vibration during washing or wringing out things will remind you of this. These elements are located under the tank. Remember that shock absorbers are non-separable structures, so they will have to be completely replaced. To do this, first unscrew the lower, and then the upper mounts. Sometimes there are plastic latches that you just need to press down to pull out the locking pin. The removed old shock absorber is replaced with a new one.

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  1. Procedure for replacing the heating element.

Most often, this element fails during prolonged use of the machine. The reason is the hardness of the water, which is deposited on the heating element with a dense bloom. In case of such a failure, a special error code will be displayed on the screen. There is no need to worry here - the work is simple, it is quite possible to do it yourself. It should only be remembered that the heating element is located behind the rear panel, under the tank.

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To replace it, it is necessary to carry out a number of operations:

  • remove the panel;
  • unscrew the bolt securing the failed water heating element;
  • disable all sensors, having previously memorized or marked their connection;
  • using a flat screwdriver, you can begin to remove the heating element by gently pulling it towards you;
  • using a multimeter, it is checked for operability;

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  • a serviceable element is simply cleaned of scale, and a new analogue is acquired instead of a burned-out one;
  • we carry out the installation, connect the wiring and sensors, screw in the mounting bolt, install the back panel in its place.
  1. Problems with electrical and electronics.

Electrical failure is another common problem, involving not only electrical wiring, but sensors as well. Most often, the tachometer and the pressure switch, which is responsible for the liquid level, fail. Checking the wiring for operability is a rather complicated process, which implies the presence of a multimeter and the ability to use it. Sometimes a visual inspection is sufficient to identify oxidized wires or terminals.

The water level gauge is easy to change. It is located in the upper corner, under the cover. The wiring leading from the pump and the electrical board is disconnected from it, the tube connecting the device to the tank is disconnected.

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In place of the removed pressure switch, a new one is installed. But the tachometer needs to be changed by an experienced craftsman, because the washing machine will have to be disassembled to get to the electric motor.

If the surge protection is not installed, or there is no ground, the control module may fail. The machine will stop turning on, programming will fail, the washing machine will freeze. The control board is quite expensive, so it is recommended to have it checked and repaired by an experienced technician. Most often, all work ends with its complete replacement.

It happens that the machine does not turn on during startup.There may be several reasons for this:

  • burned out or kinked network cable. It must be checked and, if necessary, replaced. It happens that the problem is hidden in the extension cord used, so it is recommended to start checking with it;
  • there is no voltage in the network. Also, it may simply not be enough to start the washing machine. To check, you will have to use any electrical device. If the "diagnosis" is confirmed, invite an electrician;
  • contacts on the start button have oxidized. Remove the top cover, remove the powder container, remove the panel, disconnect the wiring to the control module, inspect the contacts. They will either have to be protected or changed;
  • the management module has failed.

Noticing a puddle on the floor, it is recommended to urgently look for a leak. But before starting all the actions, the machine must be de-energized so as not to get an electric shock.

There may be several reasons for the leak:

  • the dispensing tray is clogged with detergents, clogging the branch pipe;
  • the water drain pipe is damaged;
  • from prolonged use, the cuff is worn out or damaged by small objects, having lost its tightness.