How many bearings are in an Ariston washing machine?

When repairing a washing machine, special attention must be paid to the selection of new components. Part sizes will vary significantly between different models, even within the same brand. If possible, it's best to remove the old parts, check the markings, and purchase identical replacement parts.

It's important to find out how many bearings your Ariston washing machine has in advance. This brand offers models with both single and double bearings. You should also find out what type of seal your washing machine comes with. Let's take a closer look.

Quantity and parameters of required parts

It can be difficult for newbies in repair work to understand what components make up a washing machine's bearing assembly. Most models Ariston equipped with two bearings and one seal. However, there are exceptions among the washing machines of the Italian brand.

The sizes of bearings and seals will vary depending on the model of the Ariston washing machine.

In this case, even a difference of 1-3 millimeters can be critical. Therefore, it's important to select components that are completely identical to the factory ones. When purchasing bearings, be sure to refer to the washing machine's model and serial number.

An even more accurate option is to first remove the old parts and only then buy new ones. The bearings are located in an awkward position; they're "hidden" inside the tank, so removing the bearing rings requires almost complete disassembly of the unit. However, this is unavoidable, as new components will have to be installed anyway.

After removing the old bearings, find their markings. Knowing the exact dimensions will help you choose the right replacement parts. It's recommended to buy high-quality parts, not cheap knockoffs from China. Otherwise, you'll have to repeat the repairs in a couple of years—cheap bearings will fail very quickly.

Ariston washing machine models with two bearings

Most Ariston automatic washing machines have two bearings. However, you'll need to find out which bearings your model uses. Their sizes aren't standardized. An oil seal is also required, otherwise there's no point in repairing the washing machine.

Many Ariston washing machines use 203-204 bearings. These bearings typically correspond to a 25x47/64x7/10 sealing rubber. These models are:

• Ariston LB 446 ST IT;
• Ariston LB 446 ST COP IT;
• Ariston LB 476 ST FR;
• Ariston AV 522 X IT;
• Ariston AV 532 T IT;
• Ariston AV 632 TX IT;
• Ariston AI 637 T IT;
• Ariston AI 648 TX IT;
• Ariston AV 521 X IT;
• Ariston AV 520 X IT;
• Ariston AV 531 TX IT;
• Ariston AV 530 TX IT;
• Ariston AI 631 TX IT;
• Ariston AI 630 TX IT;
• Ariston AV 637 T IT;
• Ariston AV 637 TX IT;
• Ariston AI 649 TX IT;
• Ariston LB 618 XT CL;
• Ariston WM 4 DE NEU and others.

There are Ariston washing machines with 203-204 bearings but a 25x47/64x7/10.5 seal. These are the following washing machines:

• Ariston AD 8 EU;
• Ariston AD 1000;
• Ariston AL 109 X EU;
• Ariston ALD 80 EX;
• ARISTON AVD109ex;
• Ariston AVD 109;
• Ariston AVL 100 R;
• Ariston Margarita 2000 AB 88 X EU;
• Hotpoint AB 422 TE;
• Hotpoint AB 426 TX;
• Hotpoint AL 536 TX;
• Hotpoint AL 738 TX and others.

The next group of washing machines features 204-205 bearings, supplemented by a 35x52/65x7/10 seal. These models are:

• Ariston AB 846 CTX;
• Ariston AD 10 EU;
• Ariston AI 858 CTX/1 E;
• Ariston AL 946 CTX;
• Hotpoint AL 1056 CT XR;
• Hotpoint AB 1056 TX EX;
• Hotpoint AML 129 EU.

There are also models equipped with 204-205 bearings but with a 30x52/65x7/10 seal. Please note this detail. These models are:

• Ariston AVD 127 EX;
• Ariston AVL 129 R;
• Ariston AVSD 127 EX;
• Ariston AVSF 109 EU;
• Ariston AVSL 129 R;
• Ariston AVSL 80 R.

The Ariston line also includes washing machines equipped with 205 and 206 bearings. These machines are equipped with a 35x62/75x7/10 seal. These models are:

• Ariston 100 R;
• Ariston AD 12 EU;
• Ariston AD 1600 IT;
• Ariston AL 149 X;
• Ariston AL 1256 CTX;
• Ariston AVD 129.

Select parts carefully – washing machine models with the same bearings may require different seals.

There are also unique configurations of Ariston washing machines. These models are equipped with a rare combination bearings and seals. For example:

• Ariston AVL 62 EX and Ariston AVL 100 have 203-204 bearings and a 25x47x7 oil seal;
• Hotpoint-Ariston AQ7D 29 is equipped with rings 206-207 and seal 40.2x72x10x12;
• Hotpoint AS 1047 CTX EX has 204-205 bearings and a 30x53.5x10/14 oil seal;
• Ariston AV 637 TX/1 is equipped with rings 203-204 and sealing rubber 35x52/65x10/12;
• The Ariston AML 125 EX model has two 205 bearings and a 35×52/65×7/10 oil seal.

Each bearing is marked. So, even if you don't see your Ariston model listed, don't worry. Remove the old bearings and inspect them carefully. The bearing size will be marked on the surface.

Please note that Ariston washing machines come in a wide range of configurations. Even if the bearings are identical, the seal may be different, and vice versa. This is why it's so important to focus on the specific Ariston model.

Ariston single bearing models

You don't always need to buy two rings. In the line of the Italian brand Ariston There are washing machines equipped with only one bearing. These are double-row reinforced elements of a special design. The cost of such parts is higher than standard 203x-204x-205x bearings.

For example, one double-row bearing BA2B 30x60x37 and a seal 35x52/65x7/10 are installed on the following machines:

• Ariston ALS 109 X EU;
• Ariston AL/ALS 88 XEU;
• Ariston ALS 948 TX;
• Ariston ALS 109 XEU;
• Ariston Margarita 2000 ALS 88 X EUS;
• Ariston ALS 129 X.

The following washing machines also feature a single BA2B 30x60x37 bearing, but the seal is 30x52/65x7/10. These models include the Ariston AVSL 100 R, Hotpoint AVSF 88 EU, and Ariston AVSD 107 EX. The Ariston AL 1456 TX R has a similar bearing, but the seal is marked 35x47x8.

There are Ariston models where the entire drum assembly will need to be replaced if the bearings fail. These are Hotpoint washer-dryers:

• AQSL 85 CSI;
• AVL 80 CIS;
• AVL 100 CSI;
• AVF 109 EU;
• AQSF 129 CSI.

Ariston automatic washing machines are common in Russia, and finding new parts is usually easy. Moreover, you don't have to buy bearings specifically for Ariston washing machines; you can buy universal bearings of the appropriate size and high quality.

It's important not to skimp on such parts. The bearings are located in an inconvenient location, and replacing them is considered very labor-intensive. Therefore, it's better to purchase and install high-quality components immediately than to repeat repairs in 1-2 years.

   

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