How to remove the control panel on an Indesit washing machine?

A plus and minus screwdriver is all you need to remove the control panel on an Indesit washing machine. However, this simple process comes with its own risks, as you'll be dealing with fragile plastic and delicate wires. It's best to take your time and learn all the possible nuances and pitfalls beforehand. These are discussed below.

Preparing the car for repair

You also need to be prepared for the five-minute removal of the dashboard. Often, during the course of work, you have to adjust and replace something somewhere, so it’s best to immediately set up a comfortable workspace. Perform a number of simple preparatory manipulations.

When repairing a washing machine, observe safety precautions!

1. Choose an open space. Typically, standard bathrooms measuring 1 x 1.5 meters (3.5 x 5.5 ft) offer limited space. It's best to "move" to a more spacious hallway, or ideally, move the washing machine to a workshop or garage. Even 4 square meters (43 sq. ft) will be enough to comfortably spend time renovating.
2. Cover the area with rags and newspapers.
3. Disconnect the machine from the utilities and move it to the selected location.
4. Move the dispenser aside and remove it from the housing.
5. Open the service hatch and drain the residual water from the lower pipes through the emergency drain.

That's all for now. You can calmly lay out your tools and get to work.

Removing the control panel

To disconnect the control panel, you'll need to disassemble the top of the washing machine. First, unscrew the bolts holding the cover in place at the back, carefully lift it, and slide it away from you. There is no need to use much force, otherwise you can easily damage the fragile plastic latches.

Next, turn our attention to the niche next to the detergent drawer, where the control panel fasteners are located. Loosen them, then similarly remove the latch in the upper left corner of the washing machine. Now pull the part up and remove it.

To remove the dashboard of an Indesit washing machine, you will have to remove the dispenser, unscrew the top cover and release the connected wiring.

This simple procedure is complicated by several nuances. First, avoid any sudden movements, as it's easy to break the wiring and damage the machine. Second, remember the wire connection to the intake valve, which also needs to be loosened. Third, be sure to label the wires or photograph all connectors to avoid confusion during reassembly.

What elements communicate with the panel?

The control panel must be handled with extreme care. The module is easy to remove, but due to the high fragility of the part and the numerous wires connected, it is easy to make a mistake and worsen the problem.The situation is further complicated by the fact that the board "controls" the entire washing machine system, connecting to every component of the machine. Thus, the control panel is responsible for the operation of almost all components.

• Engine and tachogenerator. Once the user selects a program, the panel transmits a signal to the motor, which begins accelerating at the set power level. In response, the board receives information from the Hall sensor, indicating the actual engine speed. If any discrepancy or deviation from the norm is detected, the system automatically terminates the cycle for the device's safety.
• Pressure switch. The panel communicates directly with the level sensor, through which it receives information about the tank's filling level and the quality of the drain. Based on the received data, the system controls the pump and the filling valve.
• Heating element and thermistor. The machine's "brain" detects the water's heating level via communication with the heater. The temperature sensor also plays a crucial role: it notifies when the set temperature is reached, and the board responds by turning off the element.

The control panel similarly controls other processes in the vehicle. However, this is only possible if the wiring is intact and connections are correct. Therefore, when removing the instrument panel, be extremely careful, otherwise a quick fix could result in costly repairs.

   

1 reader comment

1. August 25, 2020 at 12:35 AM

   Vladimir:

   I recommend adding to the article a description of the process for removing the control panel of the Arcadia family, for example, the IWSB 5085 model.

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