How to change a bearing in an Ariston washing machine
Replacing bearings in any washing machine, including Ariston, is quite a difficult physical job that requires certain skills and time. When disassembling the machine for the first time, you can spend about two days to do everything in its “pure form” with your own hands. Therefore, you will have to stock up not only with tools and detailed text and video instructions, but also with patience.
Preparing the tool
Begin any job by preparing what may be required. For example, you may need a room or a spacious room in which it will be convenient to disassemble the car and store spare parts so that they can be easily found later. This is often the first problem on the way to repairing the washing machine yourself. Having disconnected the machine from all communications and placing it in a convenient place, we prepare the tool. May require:
hammer;
pliers
flat and Phillips screwdrivers;
metal rod;
bearing puller;
waterproof lubricant WD-40;
sealant;
open-end wrenches;
marker.
In addition, new bearings and seals will be needed. If you know in advance what you need, you can buy them at the store. If not, then disassemble the machine and remove the faulty bearings, look at their markings and buy similar ones.
We disassemble the machine: we take out the tank
As you disassemble the washing machine step by step, you can take photos so that you can use them to put the equipment back together. Although this is not necessary, because in the video on this topic, everything is described in detail and has already been recorded.
So, we present the analysis of the Ariston front-facing machine in the form of the following algorithm:
Unscrew the plastic cover located on the back wall of the case.
Unscrew the bolts holding the top cover and remove it.
We also remove the back wall of the case.
Loosen the clamp on the pipe attached to the washing machine tank and remove the pipe.
We take out the chip with wires from the electric motor.
We remove the bottom panel of the case and unscrew all the bolts that secure the front wall of the machine.
Remove the front part of the housing.
Unscrew and remove the counterweights.
Disconnect the filler pipe from the tank.
Remove the hose leading from the water level sensor to the tank.
We remove the niche for the powder receptacle.
Unscrew the shock absorbers.
Using a flat-head screwdriver, remove the spring clamps on which the tank hangs.
We make sure that everything is disconnected from the tank and take it out of the car.
Having pulled out the tank of the Ariston washing machine, you need to place it on the stands with the cuff down. Thus, half the way to get to the bearings has been completed. And that's not the hardest part.
Changing the bearing
Now we have to disassemble the plastic tank of the Ariston washing machine. We start by removing the pulley - this is one of the difficult moments, since the pulley is screwed onto a screw with locking paste. To unscrew it you will have to be patient. You can unscrew it using a hammer and chisel, gently tapping the screw, or you can use a durable T40 size bit and a holder.
The bit is screwed into the axis of the screw, and then, grasping the bit with the holder, you need to rotate the screw counterclockwise. Using a marker, you can mark the correct position of the pulley so that you can put it back on without any problems. Remove the pulley by pulling it towards you with a rocking motion from side to side. Once you remove it, you will see the outer bearing and the end of the shaft that needs to be knocked out of the tank and drum. This is done like this: a wooden block is placed on the shaft, which is struck with a hammer.
Important! If the shaft does not come out and a lot of force is required, then it is best to screw an unnecessary bolt into it and apply blows to the bolt.
Next, you need to divide the tank into two parts. In some models of Ariston washing machines, they are fastened together with bolts, which can be unscrewed to disassemble the tank. The part of the tank on the cuff side can be removed from the drum quite easily. The second part will need to be carefully knocked off the drum so as not to damage the plastic. Having released the drum from the tank, inspect the wear of the shaft sleeve, to do this, wipe it with a cloth and put on a new bearing; if there is even a small play, the shaft together with the cross will also need to be replaced.
If the tank is not disassembled, but is solid, then it will have to be sawed along the seam; see how to do this in this video recording.
And finally, we take on the bearings. First, the outer bearing is knocked out.This is done using a metal rod and a hammer. We rest the rod against the bearing rim and apply a small blow with a hammer, then change the position of the rod and strike again. So we knock the bearing in a circle. After the bearing is removed, turn the tank over and knock out the second bearing from the inside in the same way. Together with it we take out the oil seal.
Note! It is most convenient to use a special bearing puller rather than a hammer. A universal puller can be useful not only for repairing a washing machine.
Having pulled out the bearings, we clean them from dirt and wipe the holes where they were inserted with WD-40 to get rid of rust, and then lubricate them with a special lubricant or Litol-24 lubricant.
Now we install the bearings, starting with the inner one. Gently drive it in using a rod and a hammer, moving the rod crosswise along the outer rim of the bearing. We place a seal on the bearing and coat it with waterproof grease. The outer bearing is driven in in the same way. Next, we assemble the tank, performing the steps in reverse order, using our own photos or videos.
Important! When assembling the two halves of the tank, it is necessary to clean the joint, lay a rubber gasket and apply silicone sealant. Then just connect the parts together with bolts.
We also assemble the machine step by step, proceeding in reverse order. Take your time, be careful and careful.
In conclusion, we emphasize once again that replacing bearings in any washing machine is considered a rather difficult job. For a better understanding of this work, you can watch the video below.But if, after watching the video, you are even more convinced that you cannot replace this part in the washing machine with your own hands, then feel free to take it to the service center.
Everything is laid out in a very accessible way; if you have the hands and the time, you can replace the bearing yourself, saving a good amount of money. Thanks to the author.
Replacing bearings in any washing machine, including Ariston, is quite a difficult physical job that requires certain skills and time. When disassembling the machine for the first time, you can spend about two days to do everything in its “pure form” with your own hands. Therefore, you will have to stock up not only with tools and detailed text and video instructions, but also with patience.
Now we have to disassemble the plastic tank of the Ariston washing machine. We start by removing the pulley - this is one of the difficult moments, since the pulley is screwed onto a screw with locking paste. To unscrew it you will have to be patient. You can unscrew it using a hammer and chisel, gently tapping the screw, or you can use a durable T40 size bit and a holder.
Having pulled out the bearings, we clean them from dirt and wipe the holes where they were inserted with WD-40 to get rid of rust, and then lubricate them with a special lubricant or Litol-24 lubricant.
Everything is laid out in a very accessible way; if you have the hands and the time, you can replace the bearing yourself, saving a good amount of money. Thanks to the author.
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