Do-it-yourself Zanussi washing machine repair

Zanussi washing machines are considered the most reliable household appliances that have received only positive feedback from users, so they can be found in almost every home and apartment. Like any other type of equipment, such machines have their weak points, which can manifest themselves in the form of breakdowns during operation. At the same time, most of the breakdowns can be quickly eliminated on their own, without resorting to the help of masters.

All household appliances from the Zanussi brand are in great demand, since they have an affordable price, and washing machines with a vertical or horizontal loading type are no exception. The only thing, Zanussi units are too sensitive to the quality of water in the water supply system and do not withstand large overloads, due to which mainly the bearings of the drum unit break... In addition, this unit requires proper installation, in particular, this concerns the location of the drain hose.

Front loading washing machines are equipped with modern electronic controls and have a modern design. They are distinguished by their compact height (no more than 67 cm). Models with similar loading are available in 4 different depths: 32-34 cm, 42 cm, 54 cm and 58-59 cm. Depending on the design features, the machines can be designed for a load of laundry from 3 to 5 kg.

Vertical loading units have a standard height of 85 cm, a depth of 60 cm and a width of 40 cm. Their load is designed for 4.5-5 kg ​​of laundry. Such machines are characterized by increased ease of use, since with the help of 3 roller wheels they can easily move from one room to another.

The drum in all Zanussi models is made of high quality stainless steel and the tanks are made of durable carbonate. Besides, the manufacturer has supplemented the design with a filtration system and an emergency drain, which reliably protects the pump of the machine from damage. There is also a special foam control system in the design (a unique sensor is located in the lower part of the tank, near the drain pump).

The design of the majority of modern models also provides for the function of "auto-parking" of the drum, due to which the drum at the end of washing stops with the doors up (there is no need to scroll it to the desired position yourself). All "washers" from this brand have leakage protection and imbalance control.

As practice shows, most of the breakdowns of Zanussi washing machines are most often associated with their improper operation. This may be incorrect installation of the unit or simply ignored instructions for use. Besides, some housewives sometimes underload or overload the drum with the weight of the laundry, thereby creating an imbalance.

Some problems are directly related to the ingress of small objects into the working paths of the equipment. It is the blockage that is considered the most common cause of machine breakdowns (laces, coins and buttons can get into the machine during washing).

In addition, a frequent breakdown is detachment of the hatch handle. Breakage usually happens when the users of the equipment do not have the patience to wait a few minutes before unlocking the hatch after washing, and they make an effort. It also malfunctions and the use of a large amount of soap (when washing children's clothes) or washing powder. As a result, the heating element is enveloped in detergents, overheats and burns out.

The quality of the water used for washing also plays a huge role. If it contains a lot of salts, then at high temperatures they intensively begin to be deposited on the heating element in the form of scale. The same applies to rust, which clogs the filters and prevents water from entering the tank, the removal of waste. An unreliable element in Zanussi washers is drive belt, it must be regularly tightened or replaced with a new one every 4 years.

To repair an automatic machine, it must be disassembled, since almost all parts are hidden inside under the body. It should be noted that in many cases a complete disassembly of the unit is not required, it is enough just to remove the rear or front housing cover. Disassembly of the case is carried out in several stages.

• First of all, you need to disconnect the unit from the water supply system by unscrewing the water supply and drain hose. If there are blockages, they need to be cleaned.
• Then you should unscrew the self-tapping screws on the back of the machine and remove all the bolts, plugs using a key 8.
• The next step will be to remove the cover from the top of the unit, after which the protective strip, fixed with self-tapping screws, is carefully removed.

After completing all of the above points, you will open access to the main details. As for the subsequent disassembly of the washing machine, it will be laborious. When dismantling all parts, remember their exact location.

Despite the fact that the Zanussi washing machine is considered a reliable technique that can work properly for many years, sometimes breakdowns can happen with it. The most frequent malfunctions of such units include: problems with opening the hatch after the end of the wash, increased noise level during operation, leaks, difficulties with water intake and drum static. Some of the above breakdowns can be quickly fixed with your own hands, while the rest can be solved by calling the wizard. The most typical malfunctions of Zanussi machines include the following.

• The drum does not rotate. In this case, it is necessary to turn off the unit and try to turn the drum manually by yourself. If it does not turn, then most likely there was a jam for such reasons: bearing breakage or wear of the sealing gland. As a rule, this is observed when various objects get out of the pockets of clothes, which immediately find themselves between the tank and the drum itself. The cause of the breakdown is also shock absorbers or a belt (it sometimes jumps off or breaks), its replacement with a new one along with the bearings can be done by hand. When the drum does not rotate when the motor is running, but rotates by hand, the cause of the breakdown is the failure of the electric motor. This usually occurs due to the negative effects of moisture or constant voltage fluctuations in the power grid.

• The unit is not picking up water. Sometimes the machine does not pick up water at all or very slowly, after which all modes fail and stop during washing. The main reason for this may be a broken heating element or a clogged intake valve. You can easily cope with this on your own - disconnect the machine from the mains and check with special devices whether the heating element itself is working.A breakdown of this element can block many of the machine's functions. In addition, water is not collected even if the control unit, pump and water level sensor are faulty.

• Water is not drained from the equipment. This stage in washing is final. When water "does not want" to drain from the system, then this problem may indicate that the drain pump has broken (the main link in automatic machines) or a blockage has occurred in the exhaust system. Often this is observed when the connection of the "washing machine" to the sewer was incorrectly performed. Also, the cause may be either a drain filter or an electronic module of the control system. If the cause is still the drain pump, which is responsible for ensuring the pumping out of the waste water, then it is imperative to check it for a blockage. Often, along with water, small debris gets into the pump, which, during operation, quickly winds around the blades of the motor and eventually damages it.

• The hatch does not close. This is one of the most common breakdowns of Zanussi washing machines, which sooner or later all housewives have to deal with. There can be many reasons for this, but first of all it is necessary to consider damage to mechanical parts, which is accompanied by the absence of a click of the lock. This situation most often occurs due to careless handling of the cover or wear of parts. If you slam the doors strongly, this will lead to skewing of the hinges, respectively, the lock will not be able to snap into place. Much less often, the cause of the malfunction is the deformation of the door guide, which must be replaced with a new one.

• The water does not heat up. The problem of this type is inherent not only to Zanussi washing machines, but also to units of other brands. It is accompanied by a decrease in the quality of washing, since the powder does not dissolve in cold water. The main element responsible for heating the water in the "washing machine" is the heating element, with regular use for washing water containing salt, it becomes covered with a layer of scale and eventually breaks down.

• The rinse mode does not start. This malfunction usually manifests itself in the middle of a wash, when the unit, filled with water, stops working. As a rule, this happens solely for technical reasons, and everything can be solved only by contacting a service center. Before this, it is necessary to inspect the drain hose, which may be pinched or kinked.

• A rumble is observed during the spin cycle. If there is an increased noise level at high speeds, this indicates a small amount of laundry loaded into the machine or a broken bearing. First, you should turn off the unit and check the condition of the bearings, sometimes it is necessary to fix the bumpers by first pulling out the tank and removing the pulley from the drum. When the tympanic cavity is removed, it will be possible to view the bearings, they should be carefully cleaned and the rings should be lubricated with a special lubricant. Then everything is assembled back, and the joints of the parts are carefully lubricated with a sealant.

Automatic washing machines Zanussi, like any other household appliances, may fail over time. At the same time, most of their breakdowns are not serious, and you can carry out repairs yourself at home without asking the help of the masters to the service center. The only thing you need to be able to do is to correctly identify the problem. For this, experts advise the following.

• Determine the cause of the malfunction by the error codes that appear on the machine displays. An explanation of all error codes is attached to the instructions for each unit.
• If a malfunction is detected, it is necessary to completely disconnect the "washing machine" from all sources (this applies not only to water, but also to electricity). Then proceed to check the positions of individual units and clean the filters.
• During repairs, use only tools with insulated handles.

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