For many years, manual labor has become more and more automated every year.
We don’t wash ourselves for a long time, the washing machine does it for us.
It has a lot of possibilities and functions. But sometimes the equipment breaks down, and the washing machine stops during washing.
It is unpleasant when this happens with a full of water and linen washing machine.
If the washing machine stops...
Most owners of equipment already know that restarting the washing machine will help to urgently wake up the soy assistant when it freezes and start the washing process again. But what if that didn't help?
Many modern washing machines are able to inform the owners of their problem by displaying an error code on the display or by a certain blinking of the indicators. This is important information that will help you make the right decision.
But, it happens that the washing machine washes and stops without any flashing or messages.
Problems that can be dealt with easily
It often happens that the washing machine stops responding to everything, whether the washing process has ended or not. The technology just freezes.The reasons may be harmless, or they may require the intervention of a professional. Consider the mistakes that you can deal with yourself.
Overload
Many washing machines stuffed with electronics have an intelligent sensor that controls the load capacity. Solving this problem is very easy. It is enough to pull out excess laundry and start the washing process from the beginning.
Error in the selected washing program
It happens that the owners of the washing machine, without any intention, turn on the delicate wash mode, while expecting the washing machine to rinse and wring out the laundry.
But this program does not imply such a function and there is no problem as such.
If the washing machine stops rinsing, in this case, you can forcibly drain the water by turning on the “drain” mode, and then use the “spin” program.
A similar story happens when the program “Soaking - Washing - Whitening” is selected, because not a single washing machine will allow you to start soaking and bleaching at the same time.
There is a lot of information in the operating instructions, including programs and their features.
Imbalance
An imbalance in the washing machine happens when the laundry is collected in one lump.
The unbalance sensor responds and controls this situation. It is responsible for unacceptable vibration and prevents overloading of the electric motor of the washing machine.
As soon as it worked, the washing machine stops and many do not understand what happened at all? Everything just washed out just fine. But it is worth opening the hatch and looking into the drum, the picture will become clearer.
The problem is solved by distributing washed items throughout the drum. After that, the program starts again.
Water supply problem
There are situations when the washing machine stops during the washing process, or rather, during the rinse. This happens when you can't get water. It is important to keep track of what is happening with the equipment, repairs may be needed, or maybe the cold water has simply been turned off and this has become your problem.
This is where the common mistakes end.
Serious malfunctions
If a problem arose and the washing machine stopped washing during the washing process, and you have already tried the above solutions and there is no result, the question arises: why does the washing machine stop during washing?
Most likely there were serious reasons to stop work. It can be:
- breakdown of the hatch lock;
- malfunction in the drain system;
- problem with the electric motor;
- the heating element does not work;
- the control module has failed.
To take any action, you need to understand what happened and who is responsible.
If the hatch lock is broken
The problem appears when the door does not close tightly and is adjacent to the cuff. Most often this happens with budget washing machines, as manufacturers can save on the seal.
The problem with the heater
The machine can independently change the washing program or cancel it altogether if there is a problem with water heating or vice versa overheating. In the first case, the water does not heat up due to a breakdown of the heating element, and in the second case, the thermistor is to blame.
Sometimes the washing machine stops during operation, but after a while it starts working again.
It is not difficult to check this. The quick wash mode takes about 30 minutes of washing time, other programs spend time differently, this is affected by the temperature of the water heating, the presence of additional functions.
If you notice that the washing machine is taking longer than before, there may be problems with plumbing, water pressure, etc.
The drain system is dirty
The drain system includes: filter, pipe, drain hose, pump, drain and sewer.
The easiest thing to do is to check the filter and get rid of the blockage. If the drain hose is clogged, you can clean it yourself.
To do this, unscrew the clamps and disconnect the hose from the washing machine and siphon. Then it is washed with a strong pressure of hot water. If the blockage interferes with this, remove it with a wire from the hose.
Remember to bend the end of the wire so as not to damage the hose.
