Until recently, a washing machine was considered a luxury item, but now it is in almost every home. This amazing assistant allows you not only to save a lot of time, but also to give you the opportunity to do other work. But sometimes, during washing, the owners are faced with a problem that is associated with the appearance of a burning smell in the washing machine, but the reason for its occurrence is unknown ... So what to do?
Does the washing machine smell of burning?
The first thing to do is stop the washing process immediately. If the washing machine has a residual current device, turn it off. In its absence, disconnect the equipment from the network by pulling the plug from the outlet. And only then we begin to find out the cause of the smell ...
Initially, what needs to be done is to check the condition of the electrical outlet. Sometimes the smell occurs when the power of the washing machine is greater than that for which the wiring is designed, as a result of which we get an overheated wire or plug. If you find that the socket is burnt or slightly deformed, then you need to contact an electrician to eliminate these causes. If it is normal, then the cause of the smell is different.
Also, the smell of burning can be emitted by electric heaters (TEH). Inveterate hostesses who use soap shavings or cheap low-quality powders instead of detergent do not even mean that they create a lot of trouble for themselves. The components that make up the chips stick on top of the heating element, and then, during the next wash, they begin to “burn”. This contributes to the release of the smell of burning from the washing machine.
To remove a layer of detergents from the surface of the heating element, it is necessary to start the washing machine without loading things into it, while setting the highest possible temperature. If after that the smell does not disappear, then the cause of the breakdown is something else.
There are many reasons why there is a burning smell or smoke from washing machines. Consider the most common of them:
| Possible problem: | Repair cost: |
| 1. Due to high humidity, most of the contacts of the washing machine oxidize after a while. The contacts of the filter or the heated element burn out, which leads to the appearance of a burning smell. To fix these problems, you need to disassemble the washing machine and re-solder the contacts. Operating the washing machine with these faults can cause the contacts to short-circuit. : | The cost of repairing this malfunction costs from $ 1 2 lei. |
| 2.It often happens that the washing machine smells of burning due to a short circuit or damage to the contacts, as a result of which the control board of the washing machine ignites. With such breakdowns, the board is basically subject to replacement. | The cost of its replacement is from $15. |
| 3. Another reason for the failure of washing machines may be a short circuit in the wiring. It is accompanied by the appearance of blue smoke, there is a smell of burning. It is necessary to fully diagnose the washing machine and replace the section of faulty wiring. | The price of fixing this problem is from 9$ lei. |
| 4. If during washing you smell burning rubber or the washing machine smokes, then this is a possibility that the drive belt is damaged. Such a breakdown occurs as a result of a bearing failure or a pulley misalignment. If the master during the diagnostics indicates this breakdown, then in this case the belt and bearings need to be replaced, which will amount to | 1 2$lei for belt replacement and 40$lei for bearing repair. |
| 5. It often happens that the washing machine is leaking. Water seeps into the inside of the washing machine body, gets on the engine and other mechanisms. Smoke and a short circuit will not take long. To prevent this, you need to eliminate the leak as quickly as possible. If the motor has been damaged | then he is entitled to a replacement, which costs from $15 lei. |
| 6. Sometimes the smell of burning appears due to a faulty drain pump. Even in the absence of water, it is able to work for a while, then overheats and becomes unusable. This contributes to the smell of burnt plastic. To bring the washing machine into working condition, you need to replace the pump. | The cost of this service is from 1 2$ lei. |
| 7. The smell of burning can come from the heating element when, during washing, on its surface foreign bodies get in (hair, shreds of wool that a pet left on your things, pile, feathers and various other objects are wound). To get rid of foreign bodies that have fallen, the masters recommend that you set the maximum temperature mode, “drive out” an empty washing machine, after filling it with cleaning liquid. | A robot of this nature can be done by yourself or call the master whose robot will cost from $12. |
**Please be aware that diagnostics of washing machines is always carried out free of charge. When you call the wizard, you pay only for the call. This service costs 4$ lei.
At the end of the diagnostics of your washing machine, the master draws up an accurate estimate, taking into account all the work and purchases to replace the necessary spare parts.
Conclusions from the smell of burning
If you smell a burning smell during washing or see how the washing machine is smoking, immediately turn it off and contact the master
The master will not make you wait long. In less than a day, our specialists will arrive at the specified address, conduct a detailed diagnosis and indicate the cause of the burning smell. The masters will professionally and efficiently carry out all the work to repair your pet, after which you will again be able to enjoy her work for a long time.
