Nowadays, different brands of washing machines such as Samsung, LG, Bosch, Siemens, Electrolux, Whirlpool, and Miele. And others less known but just as effective. Their lifespan generally varies between 7 and 10 years. But whatever washing machine you have, you are not immune to a breakdown and in particular a leak.
Bad Spinning
A bad filling, a spinning not fast enough, a problem with emptying, poorly washed laundry, worn gaskets, noises. During the wash cycle, a drum no longer turns. Problems are often due to improper handling of your appliance or even the wear and tear of some of its components over time. Be aware that it is, however, possible and even recommended, because it is more ecological, to try a washing machine repair service before thinking of replacing it with a new one. Just hire any professional expert.
Repairability Index
Since January 1, 2021, a repairability index has even set up, in France but also elsewhere in UAE, for certain devices such as smartphones, laptops, televisions, lawnmowers, and porthole washing machines. Based on a scale of 1 to 10, this index makes it possible to know the degree of repairability of each product and therefore to sure of able to repair it easily in the event of a problem.
So what are the most common failures on a washing machine and how to repair them yourself, at home, efficiently without having to pay a fortune for the services of a professional?
Diagnose Problems to Find Solutions
According to the testimonies of some experts, in 60% of cases, a washing machine with malfunctions does not require a change of parts, the problem most of the time coming from a bad adjustment or bad or not done maintenance of everything.
Before embarking on a repair that will cost you dearly for nothing and fall into the endless requests for appointments to have a repairer, it is, therefore, advisable to check that you cannot solve the problem yourself, and easy enough. Start by pulling out the instructions for your washing machine and re-reading them carefully. Also check any connections that may have affected you, especially if you moved your device recently.
Follow The Procedure
Also, have the reflex to turn off and then turn on your machine because sometimes a simple reset can make it restart normally. Once these little manipulations have done, if you have no results, consider your supplier’s after-sales service.
If your washing machine is still under warranty, it will repaired free of charge. If not, some distributors offer free telephone assistance. This can help you better understand the origin of the breakdown so that you can then repair it yourself.
Too much noise and continuous vibrations
The washing machine may throughout the washing cycle or sometimes at specific times make noises that do not seem usual to you. The first thing to do is to check if nothing is stuck in the pump or the drum, such as coins forgotten in a pocket, or a small toy. The noise can also come from the zipper or the buttons of a piece of clothing that collide with the walls of the drum during washing or when the machine is overloaded. In either case, there is no need to worry. All you need to do for your next wash is check the contents of the pockets, close the zippers, and don’t overload your machine.
Spinning Problem
There may also noise when spinning the laundry. It generally comes from the wear of the bearings or shock absorbers of your machine which will simply have to replace with new ones. To check, rotate the drum by hand when empty. If not, also check that the machine is stable on its feet by screwing them in to reduce the height and unscrewing them to increase it.
