Washing machines "Siberia": description of models, instructions and repair

Washing machine "Siberia" is a legendary technique, famous for its simplicity and reliability. The detailed operating instructions that are attached to the unit greatly facilitate the repair and maintenance of the equipment, and the specified characteristics of the machine with a centrifuge and a semiautomatic device help to determine the optimal power and functionality of the purchased device. It is worth considering all these important points in more detail.

The washing machine "Siberia" has been produced by the Polet plant in Omsk since 1957, since 2007 the enterprise does not exist as an independent entity. Especially popular were multifunctional models of equipment, equipped not only with the main tank, but also with a centrifuge. It was this product that brought fame to the brand. Moreover, according to their characteristics, the machines of the activator type "Siberia" and today fully meet the requirements of the market - they are reliable, durable, practically trouble-free in operation.

A number of features of the technique of this brand can be noted.

1. Manual control. Draining and other operations are carried out without connecting to network communications, there are minimal requirements for connection conditions.
2. Energy efficiency. The machine does not consume large amounts of electricity, the working cycles are short - 5 or 3 minutes, depending on the type of operation. Water is also wasted very sparingly, since it is manually poured into the tank.
3. The presence of a delicate regime. You can wash not only coarse fabrics, but also thin bedding and underwear.
4. Simplicity of design. Most of the faults and problems in the work are eliminated on site without the involvement of outside assistance.
5. Lack of strict requirements for water hardness. The features of the equipment are such that scale and limescale simply do not appear.
6. The ability to use detergents of any class. The machine is undemanding to the quality of the powder, bleach.
7. Convenient vertical type of tank loading. It is much more convenient than the horizontal one.
8. Possibility of simultaneous start of washing and spinning processes.
9. The optimal cost of the unit is much lower than that of automatic counterparts.

With their help, you can maintain cleanliness of linen in the country or in a city apartment, ensuring high energy efficiency of the washing process.

The design of the Sibir semiautomatic washing machines with a centrifuge is quite simple and varies little depending on the model. Its standard dimensions are 670 × 375 × 700 mm, weight is about 40 kg. This is a non-mobile technique - the equipment is quite weighty, you need to install it yourself. Let's note the most important structural elements.

1. Electrical diagram. It includes a capacitor bank and a control panel, a time relay, an underwater harness, 2 electric motors, a microswitch. Protective cover made of polyethylene and outer panel made of polystyrene.
2. Bypass valve. It serves to drain water or cleaning solution from the tank and is connected to the general hydraulic system of the machine.
3. Activator drive unit. This includes the motor and pulley, with the help of which the force is transferred from the rotation of the shaft to the activator.
4. Rotary centrifuge drive and suspension system. They drive the rotating tank of the wringer.
5. Centrifugal pump. With its help, water is pumped from the hydraulic system of the machine into the drain system.
6. Activator. This is a disc element, mounted on a vertically located shaft, which rotates to move the mass of the washed laundry.
7. Chassis. HThis is where the rollers, tank racks, drive motor, capacitor bank and bypass valve are fixed.
8. Washing tankmade of sheet aluminum.

All these elements are in the design of each of the washing machines. But the brand's lineup assumes a little more variety.

This is the first model produced since 1966 under the Siberia brand. She had a characteristic difference - a figured tank, a control panel with buttons was placed on the front of the body. It is one of the first machines with a centrifuge, and the main parts were made of corrosion-resistant aluminum.

The two-tank washing machine of the Sibir-5 model has been produced since 1968. It weighs 40 kg, compact dimensions 375 × 675 × 700 mm and controls. It uses a 600 rpm activator and a 2800 rpm centrifuge motor. The tank holds 37 liters of water.

Siberia-5M is considered an improved version. In it, for the first time in the brand's models, a time relay was used instead of push-button control. The machine has reduced vibration, an additional filter for the hydraulic system was installed.

The most popular model with 600 watts. It provides 2 washing modes, the volume of the tank reaches 37 liters. Under normal operating conditions, up to 2 kg of dry laundry can be placed inside. This indicator is relevant for both the centrifuge and the washing compartment. Spinning is carried out to a residual moisture content of no more than 55%.

The activator in the model rotates at 600 rpm, the centrifuge - 2700 rpm. The machine is quite heavy, weighs 45 kg, but does not require additional strengthening of the base.

After purchasing a washing machine "Siberia", it is important to remove the fixing elements installed on the engine. At low atmospheric temperatures, at least 4 hours should pass from the moment the equipment enters the house until it starts. The machine cannot be started without water - the motor will fail, you should also exclude heating the water in the tank with a boiler, switching modes after starting the washing process.

The washing procedure includes a series of steps.

• Sorting laundry - by type and color of material.

• Selecting the operating mode. On delicate - delicate materials, natural wool and silk are washed.

• Filling the tank with water. If necessary, its temperature is adjusted in advance or heated to the desired temperature.

• Adding detergent directly to the tub. You can use regular or liquid options.

• Loading the laundry according to the regulations. In normal mode, the limit is 2.5 kg, in delicate mode - 1.5 kg.

• Timer setting. After that, the machine starts working, the equipment is connected to the network.

• Draining. Produced at the end of the wash cycle.

• Rinsing. Clean water is poured into the tank. The activator starts up for 2 minutes. Then the procedure is repeated, the water is changed and drained after each rinse.

• Items are transferred by forceps or manually to the centrifuge compartment, spinning starts for 3 minutes.

• The machine is disconnected from the mains, the laundry is removed and hung up.

• Hoses and tanks are rinsed with clean water. The machine is not closed for 2-3 hours after use to evaporate excess moisture. Failure to comply with these requirements may form a fungus inside the container.

These are the main recommendations for the operation of the "Siberia" washing machine of the activator type, equipped with a centrifuge.

Repair of activator-type washing machines is often associated with routine maintenance or common malfunctions.For example, replacement of spare parts - bronze-graphite bearings on activators should be performed every 3-4 years. Lubrication of rubbing parts - annually, using machine oil. If faults are found, they can be eliminated by yourself.

1. Motor does not start when turned on. You need to check the presence of voltage in the network, test the outlet for serviceability, connect the plug to the network. If it does not help, try another outlet or check the wire for integrity.
2. Water flows from the tank into the centrifuge compartment. The reason is the blockage of the check valve. The water must be drained, the linen must be removed, the machine must be put on its side, the faulty element must be dismantled. Unscrew 6 nuts on it, remove the cover, pull off the membrane and mechanically clean the valve from accumulated debris, rinse it with water.
3. The activator does not rotate, the electric motor hums. This could be due to overloading of the laundry or a slipped drive belt. In the first case, it is enough to reduce the load. In the second, you will have to drain the water, lay the car on one side and return the belt to its original position.
4. The water is not pumped out. The hose may be kinked or the pump may be clogged. It is worth checking for any spilled laundry near the drain hole in the bottom of the centrifuge tank.
5. During spinning, strong vibration is observed, the speed is not gained. This happens when the laundry is unevenly distributed inside. It is necessary to turn off the power supply, change the filling of the centrifuge.

These are the main malfunctions that can be encountered when operating Siberia washing machines with a centrifuge. Most of them, in fact, are eliminated independently by the user and does not require contacting a service center.

The main care of Siberia washing machines is to keep the tanks and hoses clean. It is unacceptable to leave the equipment with water for a long time. After each use, it must be thoroughly washed, freed from soap deposits and other contaminants.

The centrifuge unit is also easy to maintain. It must be periodically cleaned of lint and fibers accumulating on the walls, wipe with a clean damp cloth. The outer surface of the housing can be cleaned with non-aggressive chemical detergents.

The manufacturer recommends that you always remove the bottom from the tank. It is taken out with the hook included in the kit. When flushing the system after work, fill in 10-12 liters of clean water. Then it is enough to bring the hose into the drain and turn the spin regulator clockwise. After that, the machine is de-energized, dried for 2-3 hours in the open, wiped dry with a soft cloth.

See the video below for an overview of the Siberia washing machine.