Fairy washing machine repair
The Fairy activator-type washing machine still remains popular among a small segment of the population, especially among summer residents. Despite its simple design, its parts are still subject to wear and tear, so it can break down and require repair. What are the most common problems, and how can you repair it yourself? We'll try to answer these questions.
Common malfunctions
Washing machine breakdowns and malfunctions can manifest themselves in various ways. Here are the most common symptoms users describe:
- the activator does not rotate, but the engine hums;
- the engine overheats during washing;
- a knocking sound appeared during washing;
- during intensive washing the activator tears the laundry;
- the centrifuge is not working;
- water does not drain;
- There is water leaking under the machine.
Service center specialists also report these faults, although people rarely contact them with such problems. After all, the cost activator washing machine Fairy 2 doesn't cost more than a few tens of dollars – it's a cheap way to do laundry in relative comfort. The services of repair specialists are often equal to the cost of the Fairy 2 machine, so it's best to try repairing it yourself, and if that doesn't work, throw it out and buy a new one. Let's try to analyze these problems and figure out how to fix them.
The activator does not rotate or tears the laundry
If your Fairy 2 washing machine's actuator tears laundry or periodically refuses to spin, this indicates a serious problem that will likely require replacing the actuator. Follow these steps:
- Make sure that there is not too much laundry loaded into the machine; if the items are bulky, remove some of them and try running the wash cycle again.
- Check the O-rings and rubber gaskets of the activator; if you find visible wear, replace them.
- If it doesn't help, replace the activator itself.
If the actuator refuses to rotate, but the motor makes a humming noise, and then the washing machine turns off, then these symptoms will require you to take other actions.
- You will need to remove the back panel of the Fairy 2 machine, take a multimeter and check the capacitor for serviceability.
- If the capacitor is good, there may be a problem with the motor. Spin the rotor first in one direction, then in the other. If it spins in both directions, you will most likely have to replace the engine.
- At the same time, check and replace the seals.
Please note! Don't rush to disassemble the machine; first, try turning the activator manually. Sometimes, after such mechanical manipulation, it "snaps into place" and starts working.
If the electric motor is operating normally, without any unusual noise, but the actuator is stuck and refuses to rotate, you need to do the following: Remove the back panel of the Fairy 2 washing machine and tighten the drive belt. If the drive belt is broken or worn, it needs to be replaced.
The centrifuge does not turn on and the water does not drain.
If the centrifuge on your Fairy 2 washing machine won't turn on, start by checking the electrical system, especially since it's fairly basic. Check the integrity of the power cord; it is best to use a multimeter to measure the resistance and determine whether the wiring is broken or intact.
If the wiring is intact, remove the back panel of the machine and check the thermal relay. This element lights up quite frequently; if you have the same problem, replace the thermal relay. If the thermal relay is also OK, you'll need to check the capacitor using the diagram above, and then the centrifuge motor.
A centrifuge may be working properly, but still not spin properly because water isn't draining. What's causing this annoying problem?
- Most likely, the filter or drain hose is clogged. Take the instructions for your Fairy 2 washing machine and see how to clean it – it's not difficult at all.
- It is also possible that the centrifugal drain pump is clogged; it also needs to be removed and cleaned.
- In rare cases, the drain pump fails and needs to be replaced.
Important! A broken centrifugal pump often results in leaks rather than a failure to drain, which is also quite unpleasant.
The car is leaking
Your Fairy 2 washing machine may suddenly start leaking. This is perhaps the most common and most annoying malfunction, although the causes can be trivial. In the worst case, you'll need to replace the activator or centrifugal pump. However, this only happens in 5% of cases where this happens, so don't be too upset. Instead, try the following:
- Check how tightly the activator is tightened. If it's loose, that's where the water is leaking. It needs to be tightened.
- Check the O-rings for wear.
- Inspect the activator surface for nicks and other damage, as water may leak through these. Replace the activator if necessary.
To check the O-rings, seals, and tighten the actuator, it must be removed correctly. How is this done?
- There is a plug on the side of the activator, we take it out, unscrew the fasteners and remove the handle.
- We remove the washer, gasket, unscrew the fastening elements of the casing, and remove it.
- We hold the engine impeller with one hand and unscrew the activator with the other.
Please note! Judging by the description, it doesn't seem complicated, but in reality, there are some subtleties to disassembling. You won't know until you try.
Extraneous noises during spinning
Your Fairy 2 washing machine may be making unusual noises. In this case, it may require repair, but first, it's important to identify the cause of the problem. The main cause is overloading the spinner with laundry. Typically, after washing several loads, users try to quickly spin everything by cramming as many wet items as possible into the spinner. This excessive load causes the spinner to slam against the drum walls due to centrifugal force, creating a very loud noise.
In this case, it is imperative to stop the spinning process to avoid damage to the centrifuge parts. Loading clothes shouldn't be too heavy, but also not too light, to ensure the spinning process is most effective. Unusual noises can also be caused by foreign objects caught in the centrifuge. While it might be just a jacket zipper, large metal buttons, or a belt buckle, a large coin, a nail, or worse could easily end up in the centrifuge. Check your clothes before placing them in the washing machine.
Finally, it's worth noting that the Fairy 2 washing machine, although outdated but still used by some, often breaks down. Since it's not a reliable appliance, it requires DIY repairs. Taking such a "miracle of technology" to a repair shop is too expensive, and it's not worth it. The only solution is DIY repairs, which aren't always possible due to a lack of spare parts.
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In the "Car Leaks" section, the image doesn't match the FEYA-2, which has a vertical actuator shaft, not horizontal. They handled this carelessly and offered no help. I need to specify which seal or gasket to replace, according to GOST.
What to do if the laundry gets caught under the screw?
I have a Fairy 2. It spins, but slowly, and something else yellow came out and it smells. What should I do?
My Fairy 2 is spinning slowly and noisily. What should I do?
The pulley on the washing machine motor is falling off.