How do I turn off the washing machine?
Usually, a properly functioning washing machine shuts off automatically after a full wash cycle. It's programmed to go into sleep mode when finished. But unfortunately, sometimes things don't work that way. That is, it simply doesn't turn off.
This situation can occur when an unexpected failure occurs in the washing machine's control system. This failure can result in the door becoming locked and refusing to open. This malfunction can also result in you being unable to remove your laundry. Other problems can also arise.
Washing machine problems and solutions
Let's look at this issue in more detail and decide what needs to be done to solve the problem.
Situation #1: The power suddenly went out
In this case, the machine stops. Without power, it simply cannot continue washing. There's no need to worry. When the power comes back on, washing will resume. You can also unplug the machine from the outlet. This is necessary in case of future power surges. Once the power returns, you can reconnect the machine.
Situation #2: The machine is frozen and nothing happens.
First, check for electricity. To do this, simply turn on the light or any electrical appliance. If there's no power, read the paragraph above. If the power is normal, check the washing machine's display (if equipped). If the display shows numbers or other unfamiliar symbols, they most likely indicate an error.
Find the instructions that came with your appliance and check them to see what these symbols mean. The error code will tell you the cause of the malfunction.
Situation #3: An emergency shutdown of the washing machine is required.
Whatever is happening with your washing machine, you can always stop it. To stop the program, press and hold the wash start button for 5-10 seconds. After these actions, the machine's operation will be interrupted.
If you need to remove the laundry, you'll likely need to wait 2-3 minutes for the door to unlock. If you don't need to remove the laundry but just need to change the wash program or start a new one, you can do so and restart the machine.
Situation #4: You need to remove the items to be washed as quickly as possible
Select "Spin" and set the "No Spin" mode. This will automatically drain the water. Afterward, you can open the washing machine door. By the way, with this option, your laundry will be unspinned and very damp. To make it less damp, you can run the spin cycle.
Situation #5: All the above methods did not work, and you need to immediately drain the water and stop the wash
To solve this problem, you can unscrew the drain pump filter, which is located at the bottom of the machine.
But keep in mind that all the water in the tank will spill directly onto the floor. Therefore, prepare a low, but roomy container in advance and place it under the filter. It's also a good idea to have a rag handy. The filter is usually hidden behind a removable panel. This panel will need to be removed. The filter itself simply unscrews.
Situation #6: The washing machine doesn't respond to anything you do.
In this case, you need to unplug the power cord from the outlet, thereby disconnecting the power from your machine. Then wait 10 to 15 minutes. Then plug it back in. If the problem persists, you can try this advice again or contact a professional repairman.
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The machine does not turn on, the machine's power switch does not work!
I set the wash cycle to 800°. The quick wash cycle for colored fabrics is 9. This is terrible! It usually takes 2 hours. This one has already taken over 4. I'm speechless. I'm waiting and waiting! Basically, it's washing endlessly. I think I've already washed it 10 times. The spin and drain cycles aren't working, and the emergency shut-off doesn't work. I unplugged it, plugged it back in, and it keeps washing. It's an Indesit.
The water level sensor is faulty
After replacing the bearings on my Indesit, the drain-no-spin cycle started and won't turn off. What should I do?
My Indesit machine is done washing, the drain works, but the drum is still spinning and making a loud noise. The door won't open. What's wrong with it?
My Indesit machine also finished washing, drained, and spun. But the drum was still spinning. The machine was very hot. I turned it off, opened the door, and there was very hot laundry inside, steaming. Why did this happen? I didn't change anything in the program.
The heating element is faulty.
My Indesit washing machine hasn't flushed the toilet for an hour, and now it won't turn on. What should I do?
When washing my Bosch machine, the washing time on the display increases instead of decreases. How can I fix this myself?
After a power outage during a wash cycle, the washing machine doesn't stop. The drum spins without a program. The program can't be reset.
The machine washed, spun, finished the cycle, opened the door, but the off button doesn't work. What should I do?
The Indesit washing machine doesn't spin, it's been washing for about 3 hours now.
How do I reset the machine's program? When the power goes out, the program resets again.