Ariston top-loading washing machine malfunctions

Every household appliance manufacturer has both advantages and disadvantages that should be considered when purchasing a washing machine. This will help avoid breakdowns and extend the machine's lifespan. For example, common faults with Ariston top-loading machines include weak electronics, doors that lock, and bearings that wear out quickly. We suggest exploring how to reduce the likelihood of malfunctions in your top-loading machine and repair it yourself.

Problems with doors

Almost every third Ariston washing machine user contacts the service center with a request to turn the drum upside down. This type of drum rotation is one of the most common malfunctions of Ariston washing machines. The doors open at the end of the cycle or rotate downwards when the program is paused. The reasons for such behavior may be a faulty locking mechanism or loose closing of the sashes. In any case, it is impossible to remove the laundry and continue the washing process.

Restoring the drum to its original position isn't easy, and calling a repairman can be expensive. It's best not to rush into calling and instead try to handle the problem yourself. Your chances of success are high, as this problem is common, and there are instructions for fixing it at home. Here's how:

• we take a long steel wire with a cross-section of 30-60 mm;
• bend one end of the wire;
• we lower the wire "hook" down;
• we hook the sash and try to close the hatch;
• We close the doors and rotate the drum with the hatch facing up.

The difficulty is that you'll have to operate blindly. If the opening on your Ariston washing machine is too small and prevents the hook from lowering, you can widen the opening and repeat the procedure. Otherwise, you'll have to solve the door problem a more involved way: completely disassembling the washing machine, accessing the doors, and closing the drum.

Electronics are a weak point

A common problem with Ariston washing machines is a faulty control board. Users typically experience intermittent freezing during a wash cycle or sudden resets of a cycle. The machine often "unpleasantly" causes the keys on the control panel to stick when the program is running. does not turn on, although others activate without any hitches.

Repairing the board at home is strongly discouraged – its diagnostics and firmware reflashing should be performed by professionals!

A faulty board can manifest itself in various ways, making diagnosis and repair difficult. Most often, the issue is resolved by reflashing the module or replacing burnt-out capacitors or resistors. Problems with terminals, contacts, and traces are also possible.

Software failures can be avoided by protecting the circuit board, which is sensitive to voltage surges. Simply connect the washing machine to the power grid through a voltage stabilizer, which will absorb any power surges. However, such a device is quite expensive, and is rarely used for budget Ariston washing machines.

The bearings are destroyed

Ariston washing machines often suffer from bearing failure. The seal that protects the bearings from moisture dries out, cracks, and leaks water. This water washes out the lubricant, causing the bearing rings to wear and become deformed.

It's easy to suspect worn bearings: the machine hums loudly during the wash cycle, and during the spin cycle, the knocking turns into a rumbling noise, accompanied by grinding and clanking sounds. To confirm this, simply open the door and spin the drum. If the drum tilts and creaks, the bearing assembly is loose.

Repairing failed bearings is more difficult than replacing a pump or heater. In this case, DIY repairs require complete disassembly of the machine and removal of the tank. Furthermore, the tank must be split in half. On Ariston washing machines, the situation is complicated by the fact that the tank is usually non-detachable. It must be carefully sawed along the seam line, remembering to purchase bolts and drill holes for reassembly.

Ariston washing machines are equipped with non-detachable plastic tanks.

Afterward, worn bearings must be knocked out of the shaft with a chisel and hammer. If the rings are stuck, the seat is treated with WD-40. Then the parts are replaced along with the seal.

Next, the halves of the tank are connected and secured with screws around the perimeter. It is advisable to coat the seam with sealant to protect the machine from possible leaks. It's important to understand that replacing bearings is a long and complicated process. It's best to avoid experimenting and immediately contact a professional.

   

1 reader comment

1. July 14, 2022 at 4:41 AM

   Vladimir:

   If the drum doors of the Ariston vertical washing machine are closed and the lid cannot be opened, what should I do?

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