Washing modes in automatic washing machines are programmed algorithms of actions that the machine must perform in a certain period of time. But it happens that the washing process needs to be interrupted or stopped in order to open the drum hatch. Few people know how to do this correctly. In addition, different models of washing machines may stop in different ways.
Is it possible to open the machine door while washing?
After starting the wash, unusual situations may occur that require emergency opening of the washing machine door. So, for example, poor inspection of the pockets of things for the presence of large and small objects can lead to the fact that a phone, bank card, etc. ends up in the drum. In such a situation, you need to immediately stop the car and remove such things. After all, a stuck phone can damage the drum door.
But what to do, is it possible to stop the washing machine at all, and will it be possible to open the door? There are several ways to stop the car. The easiest one is to disconnect the machine from the network. However, such a sudden shutdown can lead to damage to the electronic board or control device.
The second method is suitable for those machines in which the “Start” button has a dual purpose of start/pause. By pressing this button, the washing process will stop, but you will not be able to open the door. To open the door you will still have to turn off the power to the car.
Another way is that if the machine does not have a “Pause” button, then you can turn the mode selection knob to its original position, and then the machine will stop.To open the door after this, you need to select the “Drain” or “Spin” mode so that the waste water leaves the machine. You can use emergency water drain.
Experts advise that if there is a “Pause” button, first stop the machine and only then turn it off from the network.
It is impossible to open the machine door after the wash has started; this is why there is a lock on the door. After all, water that has accumulated in the drum may spill out when opened. But all this applies to machines with front-loading laundry. Top-loading washing machines are designed differently. After the wash starts, in most models it is possible to open the lid and add laundry to the drum or remove anything that got there by accident. In this case, the water will not flow out.
If the door does not open after a power outage, draining the water from the drum, and even after finishing the wash, then most likely the lock has broken down. You can read more about this in the article about Why won't the washing machine hatch open?.
Methods for opening the hatch in different cars
In different models of washing machines, emergency door opening during washing is carried out differently. Let's look at the most common options.
Samsung washing machines. In these machines, everything depends on a sensor that determines the remaining water level in the tank. Therefore, the manufacturer recommends that when stopping during washing, open the door and drain the water through the drain filter or emergency drain.
Washing machines ATLANT. These models provide a special emergency door opening. To do this, manufacturers have introduced a cable to open the locking lock; it is located in the same place as the drain filter.
Washing machines Electrolux and AEG.These machines have a Pause button that, when pressed, stops the machine. Moreover, if the water temperature in the tank is below 500C, the water level is below (in frontal models) and the drum does not rotate, then the locking lock is unlocked automatically.
Washing machines LG and Beko. In these machines, to stop and open the drum hatch, you need to set the machine to pause mode. Then turn off the power and wait 1 to 3 minutes. After which a click will be heard, indicating that the hatch is unlocked.
Bosch washing machines with additional loading. These are front-facing machines in which the “Start” button also includes the function of reloading laundry. If, after turning on the mode, there is a need to stop the process and open the hatch door, then you need to press this button. And if the message “YES” appears on the display, then you can open the door. If the message “No” is displayed, the hatch cannot be opened.
Thus, Forcibly opening the drum door during washing is necessary only in particularly urgent cases. After all, in most machines you will have to disconnect the equipment from the network, and this may affect the performance of the electronic board. Therefore, before you pull the plug out of the socket, think about what is worse - a coin dangling inside the drum or repairing the board...
Well done, where should I put the water and things like squeezing out the winter fluff? I had to turn it on again and wait for it to turn on, the LG machine.
Washing modes in automatic washing machines are programmed algorithms of actions that the machine must perform in a certain period of time. But it happens that the washing process needs to be interrupted or stopped in order to open the drum hatch. Few people know how to do this correctly. In addition, different models of washing machines may stop in different ways.
Thanks a lot! The child put a glass in the drum before washing, but we didn’t notice. We managed to pull it out before it crashed...
Well done, where should I put the water and things like squeezing out the winter fluff? I had to turn it on again and wait for it to turn on, the LG machine.
Pull the cable out of the network and it will open.
There is no pause button. I pressed the on/off button and unplugged it. The door lock does not open, there is water inside. SOS!