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The washing machine stops during washing

the washing machine stopped while washingIf the washing machine suddenly freezes during washing, most housewives know what to do. You just need to turn off the machine, it is advisable to disconnect it for 10 seconds, then turn it on again and start the washing program again. After that, in about half the cases, the problem will be solved. But what if the machine stops and its reboot does not save the situation? We will discuss this in more detail in this article.

How can a malfunction be provoked?

Usually, if the washing machine stops suddenly during washing, then after some time the display will show error codeby which we can determine what kind of malfunction we are dealing with. This happens in 90% of cases, but even if we find out what malfunction caused the stop, we will still have to think how to solve the problem, because the washing machine itself will not repair itself.

First you need to deal with the typical causes of malfunctions that cause the machine to suddenly stop during washing. Then it will be necessary to proceed to the study of the nuances of these malfunctions and methods for their elimination. Let's start with typical breakdowns.

  • Put too much laundry in the drum, or put it wrong.
  • The user has selected the wrong wash mode.the washing machine is not working
  • There were problems with the electrics of the washing machine (sensors, wires, terminals).
  • There were problems with the electronic control unit of the washing machine.
  • The leak protection system has been activated.
  • The hatch door is not properly locked or suddenly unlocked.
  • There is a serious breakdown of the most important machine components: engine, heating element or drain pump.

Note! In addition to the aforementioned breakdowns, sometimes problems arise with inlet and outlet valves. If the machine is unable to properly fill or drain the water, in some cases this can also cause the washing to stop.

Drum overload or imbalance, blockage

The most common reason for the washing machine to stop during washing is the incorrect loading of the laundry into the drum. Errors loading laundry can be identified by three points.

  1. The amount of laid clothes by weight is greater than the maximum drum load of this type of washing machine.
  2. Things are incorrectly stacked in the drum.
  3. The laundry is not sorted (for ultra-modern machines with automatic detection of the washing program).

Before you start using the washing machine, carefully read the instructions for it. For some reason, many neglect this. Firstly pay attention to the maximum drum load. If, for example, the maximum load on the drum of your machine is 6 kg, and you load things at 6.5 kg, then most likely the machine will stop during the washing process. And if the automatic weighing function is built into your machine, then the washing program will not start at all.Washer

The automatic laundry weighing function prevents you from overloading the drum. A smart program will determine the weight of the laundry to the nearest gram and display this information on the display.

Also a problem may occur if the laundry is not uniformly folded in the drum. For example, if you put a duvet cover and a couple of dozens of small things that are stuffed into it during the rotation of the drum, it all twists tightly together, forming a lump. The linen twisted into a lump is located at one wall of the drum enhancing the negative effect of centrifugal force during its rotation. This creates an imbalance, the machine protection system stops the washing process, waiting for the user to correctly lay out the laundry in the drum.washing machine imbalance

The reason for stopping the washing machine can be a banal clog. In this case, it is not immediately possible to determine the place where the blockage occurred, because there may be several options.

  • In the drain hose.
  • In the drain pump.
  • In the drain filter.
  • In the sewer pipe.
  • In the tank drain hole.drain filter cleaning

Easiest clean the drain filter, any housewife will cope with this task, in a maximum of 10 minutes, after which the problem will be solved. Another thing is if a strong blockage appears in the sewer. At the same time, water will not go away not only from the tank of the washing machine, but also from draining the bathtub, toilet bowl, sink, etc. You can try to use household chemicals to eliminate blockages from pipes (Mole or Tiret), if the funds do not help, it is better to call a specialist who will quickly save you from the problem.pipe cleaners

You can also take a chance to cope with a clogged drain hose of the washing machine. To do this, remove the hose that goes from the machine to the sink siphon or to the sewer pipe. To do this you need a screwdriver. Unscrew the clamps, and then disconnect the hose from the machine, and then from the siphon. Break the blockage with a wire and a stream of hot water, and then return the hose to its place.

If a blockage occurs in one of the units of the washing machine: in the drain pump, or even less in the tank. This also leads to the fact that the machine turns off without completing the washing program. It is best to entrust the elimination of such a malfunction to specialists. You can certainly try clean the drain pump independently, but at the same time no one can guarantee a positive result.drain pump cleaning

Wrong choice of mode or a problem with the electronics

The simplest but most common reason for stopping the washing machine during washing is the wrong program choice. Again, we return to the fact that before washing, you need to carefully read the instructions for the washing machine. The manufacturer usually very carefully describes all the programs and modes of washing, do not forget to indicate their features. Therefore, if you encounter the problem of stopping the machine when choosing the same program, re-read the instructions.

machine wash modesFor example, If you choose a soaking program on a modern machine, and then wash and bleach, then most likely the machine will stop in the middle of the program. Whitening and soaking can not be started at the same time!

If you have problems with the electrics or electronics of the washing machine, then it is best to contact the master. An independent solution to this problem will require too much effort and time. The specialist will have to remove the control unit and ring all its elements with a multimeter, detect and fix the malfunction.

Leakage protection has worked, the sunroof is not blocked

Almost all modern washing machines are equipped with leakage protection systems. The task of the system in case of damage to the hoses, nozzles or components of the washing machine is to prevent “runaway” water from leaking onto the floor and simultaneously shut off the water supply. Thus, you will not get problems with flooding, since there will not be any flooding, but you will not be able to wash either until the malfunction is eliminated.

If the cause of the leakage protection program in a torn hose is the cause, then you can completely replace it with your own hands. Change drain hose no more difficult than removing it for cleaning from blockages, as described above. Another thing when it comes to breaking the locking mechanism of the hatch of the washing machine. Here you can’t do without the help of a specialist, although sometimes the manhole cover does not close tightly, not because of a breakdown.

washing machine malfunctionOn some budgetary models of washing machines, not well fitted rubber cuffs are installed. The cuff is a large rubber seal installed on the manhole cover, it may not allow the lid to close tightly. To close the hatch more tightly you just need to push the lid on the cover until it clicks and then the machine will wash until the end without stopping.

Note! In the future, so that the problem does not recur, you can process the edges of the cuff with fine-grained emery paper, thus removing excess rubber that prevents the hatch from closing.

The engine, drain pump or heater has broken

Failures of the most important “washing machine” units arise at the most inopportune moment. In most cases, this occurs during their intensive work. At the same time, the washing process naturally stops, and a terrible mistake appears on the machine’s display, indicating a future expensive repair. In some cases engine repair a washing machine and its replacement is more expensive than buying a new washing machine, so think about whether to spend money on a new unit.

In any case, it is better to make the replacement with the hands of a professional, especially if you do not have the necessary skills for this job. Replacing the drain pump or heating element will cost a little cheaper, however, before deciding to buy a new part, read the information offered on our website, in addition, consult with specialists, and only then make the final decision.washing machine parts

In conclusion, we note that there can be many reasons why the washing machine stops before it finishes washing. And finding this reason on your own is far from always possible. Therefore, if you, using our advice, have done everything possible, and the car still stops without reaching the laundry, contact a qualified craftsman.

   

4 reader comments

  1. Gravatar Vladimir Vladimir:

    I do not have a display on the machine; there are no weighing sensors. In general, there is nothing, only a program switch. And after turning on, it pours water and becomes.

  2. Gravatar Vyacheslav Vyacheslav:

    The same trouble. Maybe wash five minutes and stops, that's all.

    • Gravatar Alexander Alexander:

      I had the same thing. Dismantled the pump, where the impeller was a self-tapping screw. And he did not give water to pump out. He took it out and all is well!

  3. Gravatar Hello, I Hi, I'm Azizbek:

    Hello, why does the machine stop during working hours?

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