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Repair faults washing machines Zanussi

zanussi washing machineAutomatic washing machines manufactured under the Zanussi brand have always been of high quality and low price. However, due to long-term operation, through the fault of the consumer or due to factory defects, the cars break down and they need repairs. Repair of Zanussi washing machines should begin with a study of their weak points, or rather with the most common breakdowns, which we will deal with in this article.

Overview of typical failures

As already noted, repair of Zanussi washing machines should begin with typical breakdowns. Most models of such washing machines are quite demanding on water quality. AND the most common consumer mistake when buying and installing Zanussi equipment is its direct connection to the water supply. The water in the water supply is far from the highest quality and it is not only about hard water, often rusty water flows from the tap with all kinds of garbage, which very quickly clogs the filters of the washing machine.

Important! Some craftsmen when installing the Zanussi machine specifically remove the filter from the inlet valve. It is absolutely impossible to do this, because dirty water can literally destroy the machine from the inside.

Hence the first typical reason for the failure of the Zanussi washing machine - clogged filters. In addition, these washing machines install extremely unsuccessful hatch blocking devices. According to experts, this is one of the most common failures. In this situation, both the mechanism itself and the sensor break.

As in any other automatic “washing machine”, ten is broken in the Zanussi technique. Hard water should be considered one of the main reasons for such a breakdown, although some experts also speak about inappropriate materials from which they make a PETN tube. Like, this metal attracts scale even more. And finally, the last weak point of Zanussi washing machines is the drive belt. It is recommended to check the belt at least 1 time in 4 years and, if necessary, tighten it or change it.

Be sure to clean the filters

intake filterPeriodically, all the filters of the washing machine must be cleaned, if this is not done for a while, then you may encounter a problem. If there is a blockage in one of the filters of the washing machine, the item of household appliances either does not have the ability to draw water for washing, or does not drain it. Specifically, in Zanussi washing machines, the first option is more common. What can be done?

  1. Unscrew the inlet filter located on the water pipe and clean it.
  2. If the inlet filter was not installed, then a blockage formed on the inlet valve filter (in the place where the inlet hose is connected to the machine). Remove the top cover of the washing machine and unscrew the inlet valve and filter.
  3. We unwind the filter and carefully wash its cuff and mesh from dirt, then twist the filter with the inlet valve and put it in place, then close the top cover of the machine.

The “delicate” inlet filters of the Zanussi washing machine create a lot of problems, but they protect the indoor units from damage due to the ingress and accumulation of foreign objects and debris brought with water. Experts recommend installing an inlet filter with a cassette to soften the water directly on the water pipe.drain filter

The dirt in the washing machine can accumulate not only due to tap water, but also due to clothing. With clothes, not only sand and pieces of dirt get into the machine. The peel from seeds, coins, hairpins, buttons settles in the drain filter. All this at one moment can stop the machine. Experts recommend every time after 2-3 washings with their own hands. clean the drain filterpreventing it from littering.

Note! Before washing, be sure to check the pockets of things that you put in the drum of the Zanussi, foreign objects can damage the internal parts of the “home helper”.

The hatch lock device has failed

hatch lockThe accessory blocking the hatch of the Zanussi washing machine may break due to careless handling by the user, factory defects, or wear. The main problem arises with the response part of the device. Its plastic part, which holds the plates, is quite “flimsy” and breaks if it closes the hatch very sharply with force. In this case, the hook-hook remains intact, since it is made of metal, and the locking device breaks, making washing impossible. How to fix a breakdown with your own hands?

In this case, it is almost impossible to repair the blocking hatch device; Its average cost is about 30 cu It’s quite expensive to purchase such parts for the future, so first you need to remove the old device in order to be 100% sure of its malfunction, and only then "go shopping." How to remove an old device?

  • Open the manhole cover wide open.
  • To the right of the hatch is a hole for the locking hook and the two screws holding the hatch blocking device must be unscrewed.
  • Next, we pry and remove the clamp holding the cuff of the hatch (a large elastic band located around the hatch of the washing machine). The clamp is most conveniently pry off with a screwdriver, because it is quite thin and fits tightly, do not pick up with your fingers.
  • After removing the clamp, we pull out the cuff itself. It must be pulled out with your fingers.
  • Poke your hand between the front wall of the washing machine and the edge of the drum and take out the locking device.
  • We inspect it visually, make sure that the plastic part is broken, and the plates popped up, pack up and go to the store with the old device.
  • We show it to the seller, get the same new one, come home, and install it in the place of the old one. The problem is solved!

Note! “Hit” every time for 30 cu this is an overhead, so handle the Zanussi washing machine as carefully as possible. It is better to close the hatch gently, and then press down its edge until it clicks, so a careful and safe fixation of the hatch is achieved.

Blown heater

Ten is a weak spot of all washing machines that have to work in conditions of using water with a high content of mineral salts. Some companies are trying to protect the tena of their machines with the help of special polymer coatings. For example, Samsung about five years ago announced heating elements with a polymer coating, which supposedly repels scale. Their idea failed miserably, because the scum on their tena formed just like on others, without coating.

If the heating element of the washing machine breaks, then the water in the tank stops heating up, and the system may give an error E05. In washing machines Zanussi ten is located in the back of the tank, so to get to it you will need to remove the back wall. First, we need to check the heater for operability, if it does not work, then it must be removed and a new unit installed. How it's done?ten in the washing machine

  1. We unscrew the bolts holding the back wall of the washing machine body, remove it.
  2. In the lower part, directly from the tank, two contacts will stick out, from which the wires go - this is the ten.
  3. Take a multimeter and check the resistance of the heating element, if the device shows zero, you will have to change the heater.
  4. There is a nut between the contacts of the heater, it must be unscrewed.
  5. Remove from the heater wire.
  6. Carefully pull out the old heating element from the groove. Perhaps it will be difficult to do this, since he has become stuck with time.
  7. Spray WD-40 grease on the right and left of the contacts in the slot and pull out the old heating element with swinging movements.
  8. Through the hole formed, remove all scale and dirt that you can reach and do not forget to wipe the edges of the hole with a clean cloth.
  9. Carefully insert and fasten the new heating element and connect the wires to it.
  10. We install the back wall into place and check the operation of the washing machine.

Important! Buy only the original tena, released specifically for the desired model of Zanussi washing machine. There is a risk that an improper heater will burn, “taking” the control unit with you, and repairs will become even more expensive.

Drive Belt Problems

The "symptoms" of problems with the drive belt are expressed in a running motor, but not a rotating drum. Washing, however, as you know, is impossible. The hum of the motor cannot be confused with anything, but you should not force it to work once again at idle. What should be done in case of problems with the drive belt?drive belt in the washing machine

  • First, examine the place of occurrence of the malfunction by removing the back wall of the washing machine.
  • In the opened niche we will see a large round pulley of the drum, on which the belt is worn, and at the bottom there is a small engine pulley, on which the drive belt is also worn.
  • If the belt is in place, but does not rotate the drum pulley, then it has worked out a resource, it is necessary to change it. If the belt has slipped off, just put it in place.
  • We dress the belt on the pulleys, put the back wall in place and check the operability of the washing machine.

To summarize, we note that the Zanussi washing machine, despite its reliability, has several typical malfunctions that consumers face most often. These are clogged filters, a broken sunroof locking device, a burned-out heater and a drive belt that has expired. If you have a washing machine of this brand, you should be aware of the troubleshooting listed.

   

12 reader comments

  1. Gravatar agu agu:

    The smell of a burnt wire, plastic or circuit board, black soot near the hole of the UBL hook.

  2. Gravatar Kohl Kolya:

    When picking up speed, loud noise ...

  3. Gravatar Alexander Alexander:

    Water supply does not stop.

  4. Gravatar Constantine Konstantin:

    There are no signs of life on my typewriter, there is no electricity.

  5. Gravatar Constantine Konstantin:

    Is there a fuse in the machine?

  6. Gravatar Vlad Vlad:

    The machine fills with water and immediately drains, the display shows E30.

  7. Gravatar Vladimir Vladimir:

    The drum drive belt flies.

  8. Gravatar Leo a lion:

    Water and electrics are on, the lights are on, but the car does not spin.

  9. Gravatar Michael Michael:

    After switching on, the engine starts to work for several seconds, after which the machine goes off.

  10. Gravatar Vitaliy Vitaliy:

    Konstantin, what was the reason for the lack of signs of life on the typewriter? I have a similar problem.

  11. Gravatar Tatyana Tatyana:

    The water supply does not stop even when the drum rotates.

  12. Gravatar Tatyana Tatyana:

    The water supply does not stop even when the drum is working. Tell me what to do? Only a month after the warranty ended.

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