How to remove the drum on a washing machine: instructions

A washing machine is a complex mechanism with its own advantages, disadvantages and, unfortunately, breakdowns, like all appliances.

Imagine that a situation has arisen when, during operation, the washing machine rumbles, growls, and makes strange sounds.

If you turn the drum with your hands, then these sounds are heard again. Scary.

Most likely, the assistant broke down.

We analyze the problem

We'll have to figure out how to remove the drum on the washing machine. You can't do it with your bare hands, but with a set of tools in stock, it's not difficult. So what will be useful?

You will need tools:

1. Screwdrivers, pliers, hammer.
2. Wrenches.
3. Hacksaw for metal (if necessary).
4. Replaceable parts.

General safety requirements when disassembling a washing machine, regardless of the type of repair and loading - an empty drum, de-energizing and turning off the water supply, that is, disconnecting the hose.

Removing the drum

Actions for front loading washing machines

Depending on the model of the washing machine and the manufacturer, the disassembly process may vary slightly.

For example, you have an Indesit washing machine or any other, and you do not know how to remove the drum.

Let's figure it out. To solve the problem yourself, you will have to:

1. – unscrew all the screws on the rear wall, remove it together with the control panel and detergent compartment;
2. – no need to disassemble the control panel, just put it aside;
3. – take out the cuff: unscrew all the screws, remove the panel at the bottom, find the clamp spring and pull it;
4. - remove the front panel, now the tank is open and accessible;
5. - remove all wires and generally remove everything that can be removed (pipes, wiring);
6. - remove the head screw (it holds the tank behind);
7. – pull out the tank, if possible, split the tank in half and remove the drum. Replace it with a new one;
8. - Reassemble in reverse order.

Actions for Top Loading Washing Machines

What steps are required to get it?

1. Unscrew all the screws from the bottom of the washing machines on both the front and back walls.
2. Unscrew and remove the side panel.
3. All wires are removed and unscrewed screws are removed.
4. Similarly to the first, the second sidebar is removed.
5. The shaft is fixed with a screw, which is also unscrewed.
6. It remains to remove the drum of the washing machine ardo, or bosh, or candy, etc.

We eliminate problems

We disassemble the drum

The tank in the washing machine consists of 2 halves. Some tanks are fastened together, while others are soldered.

To separate the tank, you just need to unscrew the mounting bolts.

At this stage, the gland becomes available and if it is to be replaced, then you can use a screwdriver or pliers to get it.

Bearings are more difficult. It will have to be knocked out with a metal tube and a hammer. I think it makes no sense to talk about accuracy, and so it is clear.

You can also replace the cross, again, if necessary.

If the tank is not collapsible, it is more difficult to repair it yourself, you may need the help of a professional.

We change the bearing

In what cases do you need to replace a part and how to remove the bearing from the washing machine drum?

For example, if a puddle has formed under the washing machine and there is a strong hum and vibration during operation. Why did this happen? It is highly likely that water got on the bearing and disabled it. In general, the service life of this part is not small from 7 to 11 years, but sometimes trouble happens and you have to replace it ahead of time.

Troubleshooting shock absorbers

Shock absorbers are responsible for the smooth operation of the drum during washing and spinning. There should be no knocks.

How to check if they are correct?

Just. Open the hatch of the washing machine, and pull the drum towards you. Now let go. What happened?

If the drum, like a swing, dangles from side to side and does not fall into place, this is a sure sign of the need to replace the part. Moreover, the replacement of the shock absorber should be done in pairs.

To do this, you do not have to disassemble the washing machine, as is the case with bearings, but the truth is only in LG, Veko, Ardo models. It is enough from the bottom side, unscrew the fasteners and change the details. And the rest of the models will have to tinker.

1. – Remove the top cover and remove the dispenser.
2. – The control unit is disconnected.
3. - The sealing gum with a clamp is removed.
4. – The front part of the washing machine body is removed.
5. - The details change.

Removing a foreign object

What does foreign object mean? It can be:

• coins, even rhinestones,
• buttons and other details of clothing.

If you do not get and release the drum from these things, the consequences can be sad, up to its jamming and breakage.

What other problems can you solve on your own?

Changing the cuff

There are many reasons for cuff failure. This can be: wear due to a long service life, due to mold, due to cracks and tears, due to limescale, etc.

What is needed to replace the cuff and how to remove the rubber from the drum of the washing machine?

First, you need a new cuff, which must match the old one 100 percent, otherwise an incomplete fit is possible.

To replace an old rubber band with a new one, you need:

1. Remove the front panel of the washing machine, remove the powder compartment, remove the front of the washing machine.
2. Detach cuff.
   In the usual version, the cuff is screwed to the tank with two metal clamps. You just need to pry the clamp spring and pull.
3. After the first clamp is removed, you can remove the top of the gum, which shows its correct location in the tank. The cuff will be released without any problems and will be removed after removing the second clamp.
4. When installing a new rubber band, the marks on the hatch rim will serve as a guide.
5. Before installation, it is necessary to clean the hatch rim with at least just a soapy solution.
6. The cuff is pulled over the hatch.If the top is pulled, the bottom is held; if the bottom, then vice versa.
7. Further, all parts are assembled in reverse order.

It remains to check the work done by running the wash without laundry. If there is no leak, everything went well and you did it!