Ardo washing machine won't start

Common Ardo washing machine problems include failure to start a wash. In this situation, the machine either fails to fill with water, stops remembering user commands, or fails to spin the drum. Ardo washing machines fail to start usually due to a faulty door lock, a broken programmer, or a defective motor. Let's figure out what to do in this situation and how to restore the machine's functionality yourself.

Hatch locking element

What should you do if you notice your washing machine won't start washing? You'll need to identify the cause of the problem. In vertical washing machines, problems with starting the cycle are most often observed due to a faulty door lock. This is a special mechanism that prevents the "brain" from starting the washing machine when the drum doors are open. On certain Ardo models, the sensor also monitors the water filling process.

If the door locking system breaks down, the control module does not receive a signal to start washing, and the automatic washing machine does not start working.

To "fix" the machine, you'll need to fix the lock. First, you should check the device to see if it's working properly. On vertical machines, the lock is located under the lid, specifically the control panel. A special pin located on the loading door flaps activates the locking mechanism. When the drum is closed, the lock is released, and the machine begins washing. If the vertical washer refuses to start the cycle, you should check:

• Are there any defects or damage to the locking mechanism?
• Are the levers and other elements of the blocker in order?
• Are the switch contacts stuck?

If the drum doors are closed, but the machine doesn't fill with water and the motor doesn't start, the problem is most likely a broken interlock. The switch needs to be removed and diagnosed. The procedure is as follows:

• unplug the washing machine;
• disconnect the wiring from the UBL;
• Use a multimeter to check the device.

If the blocker is confirmed to be faulty, it will need to be replaced with a new device. Trying to repair the mechanism by shorting the contacts with a jumper is not recommended. This is unsafe and could lead to spontaneous combustion in the future.

UBL on the front camera

Front-loading machines may also fail to start washing due to a faulty door lock. The device is located on the right side of the door opening behind the front panel. The mechanism only activates when the washing machine is securely closed. If the door isn't closed tightly, the lock won't activate, and the "brain" won't receive the signal to start the wash cycle. Since the system won't be sealed properly, water won't fill the drum, and the machine won't start.

In this case, you'll also need to remove the door lock and check it with a special device—a multimeter. To do this, you'll need to de-energize the washing machine, remove the lid, disconnect the wiring from the door lock, and remove it from the housing.

Is the program selector knob working properly?

A faulty programmer can prevent a cycle from starting. When selecting and switching modes, the selector should lock into place. If the knob is faulty, this doesn't happen, and the user can't set the desired wash parameters. Consequently, the machine won't start. In many models, the programmer is part of the timer. However, this doesn't prevent the selector from being tested with a multimeter. What to do in this situation:

• de-energize the washing machine;
• remove the "top" of the case by unscrewing a couple of bolts holding the cover;
• inspect the electrical circuit of the device;
• find the selector contacts;
• Use a tester to ring the contacts.

Some modern Ardo machines are equipped with a digital selector. In this case, the device is not tied to the timer, but integrated into the control board. Here, the programmer is more difficult to test—you need to apply the multimeter probes while pressing the "Start" button.

The engine is to blame

It happens that Ardo does not start due to problems with the electric motor. If the door lock is triggered, water starts filling the machine and that's it - the problem is probably in the motor. The motor "drives" the drum, causing the laundry to spin, rinse, and spin. It's easy to suspect a problem with the electric motor. In this case, the door lock is activated, the machine hums, and water may begin to fill, but the drum remains stationary. When all the signs are present, it's time to check the motor.

When diagnosing an electric motor, it is important to follow safety precautions.

The motor of front-loading machines is located underneath, behind the rear panel of the machine, under the drum. To access the motor, you'll need to remove the rear panel. First, remove the belt and try running the motor without it. For Ardo direct-drive washing machines, you'll also need to temporarily remove the soft clutch. If the motor runs without the parts disconnected, the machine may be malfunctioning due to damage to the drum shaft or a faulty pump.

If the motor simply hums and idles without turning when parts are disconnected, the problem lies within the motor itself, requiring repair or a complete replacement. When checking the motor's operation, it's important to understand that the component is under high voltage. A current leak can have dire consequences. Therefore, extreme caution is essential when performing diagnostics. A manufacturing defect, wear, or mechanical damage can all cause the motor to "loop."

If none of the above reasons are confirmed during the check, you will have to dig into the main control unit. Testing the electronic module yourself without the necessary knowledge and experience is not recommended, as this can only cause further damage to the machine. It is better to entrust diagnostics and repair of the board to a specialist.

   

1 reader comment

1. December 31, 2021 at 8:11 PM

   Yura:

   The washing machine was running, then switched to rinse mode. When I turned it on, the circuit breaker tripped. After that, the power light worked, but after that, the function stopped working.

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