How to change the heating element on an Atlant washing machine?

Once you've determined that your Atlant washing machine isn't heating water, you need to determine the cause. Most often, this occurs when the heating element fails. To fix this, you don't necessarily need to call a specialist; you can examine the problem and replace the heating element yourself. To fix this problem yourself, you don't need extensive knowledge or skills; simply read our instructions carefully.

Where is the heater installed?

The heating element of an Atlant washing machine is usually located at the rear. Accessing it is easy, and the entire job only takes a few minutes. The entire replacement process can be completed as follows:

• Turn off the unit and de-energize it.
• Disconnect the Atlant washing machine from all communications.
• Pull out the machine so that you can easily “work” with the rear part of the unit.
• Remove the back part.
• Remove the drive belt (when it starts to interfere with operation).

By following these simple steps, you can replace the heating element itself. This guide will be useful for owners of front-loading machines. But what should you do if your front-loading Atlant washer breaks down? You need to follow similar steps, but you'll be working on the right side of the machine, not the rear.

We carefully test the part

To determine for sure whether the heating element needs replacing, you first need to check its functionality. A multimeter is used for this purpose. To perform this test, disconnect the wiring and remove the temperature sensor. Next, set the multimeter to measure the resistance of the equipment. Set the device to 200 ohms, and connect the heater terminals to the alligator clips on the multimeter.

When the heating element is operating properly, the resistance reading on the multimeter will fluctuate between 26 and 28 ohms. If the reading fluctuates in either direction, the heating element is faulty. A zero reading also indicates that it is not working.

Please note: It is important to observe all necessary safety precautions when performing any manipulations.

If the multimeter detects the heating element is working properly, this doesn't necessarily mean the entire Atlant washing machine system is functioning properly. The tubes contain a dielectric, and it's quite possible that it has migrated to the housing itself. Now it's time to test the heating element for a breakdown within the housing itself. To do this, set the multimeter to the buzzer setting. To determine if everything is working correctly, pay attention to the light bulb and the device's system, which should emit a distinctive sound. If the tester doesn't emit any sound, the system is functioning properly. If there is a sound, it's time to replace the heater.

We are changing the part

Once you've identified the cause of your washing machine's inability to heat water, you can smoothly move on to the repair work itself. This is a fairly simple task; you just need to follow all the recommendations correctly:

• disconnect the unit from the electrical power;
• we remove the remaining water, for this purpose we use a special drainage filter;
• we gain access to the heating element itself;
• We take a photo of the diagram showing how the contacts are connected to the heating element. This will help avoid mistakes during reassembly;
• disconnect the wiring from the heating element;
• We find the bolt that secures the heating element and unscrew it.
• We press the fastening and pull the heating element towards ourselves.

If you can't remove the heating element, you can try prying it out with a screwdriver. Experts also recommend using WD-40.

Important! If you're unsure exactly what's wrong with your Atlant washing machine, be very careful when removing the heating element, as it may still be functional and will need to be replaced.

After disconnecting the heating element, perform the following simple steps:

• we clean the cavity where the heating element was installed, remove debris and any scale that has formed;
• We install a new part, do not forget to connect the temperature sensor;
• tighten the bolt;
• We connect the contacts according to the photograph that was taken before disassembling.

Finally, you need to check whether the washing machine's problem has been fixed. Run the unit in different operating modes. Once everything is working properly, simply replace the housing cover.

   

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