When you notice a problem in the washing machine, do not rush to call the wizard - you can solve the problem yourself. Such a malfunction as the failure of the heater is not uncommon in the Indesit washing machine. There are several reasons for the breakdown, which we will discuss below. You will also learn the sequence of replacing the heating element (TENA) in the Indesit washing machine.
Reasons for malfunction
Premature failure of the part does not mean that the heater was of poor quality. The main causes of the problems are:
- Scum. Our tap water contains insoluble precipitates - salts. Since the element is in water, salts settle on its body, forming water stones - scale.
The thicker its layer, the more difficult it is for a heating element to transfer heat to water. Therefore, it takes more time and electricity to heat. As a result, the element burns out. - Contact damage due to short circuit. Sudden power surges are not always suppressed by the interference filter. Therefore, the heater contacts burn out.
- Natural wear. TEN constantly heats up and cools, actively works, therefore it does not serve as long as we would like.
How to choose a heater
To change the heating element in the washing machine, you need to get a suitable part. TENA come in different shapes: in the form of letters W and U. They also differ in the way the wiring is fastened, in the presence of temperature sensors.
In order not to miscalculate, go to the store with the old heating element, pulling it out of the machine. It is important that it be as powerful as the old one. Tell the make and model of the machine to the seller, and he will provide you with a suitable replacement.
Repair Preparation
We will find out where the heater is located in the Indesit washing machine. Depending on the model, the heater may be located in the front of the case or in the back. In these washers, the item is in the back.
Before you get and replace the heater in the Indesit washing machine, prepare everything you need.
Disconnect the Indesit SMA from the mains, shut off the water supply. Disconnect the inlet hose by draining water from it into the sink or prepared container. Now move the CM away from the wall, providing access to the rear panel.
Step-by-step replacement
We will analyze in stages how to remove the heater from the Indesit washing machine:
- Using a screwdriver, unscrew the screws that secure the back wall. Put her aside.
- Below, under the tank, you will see the TEN exits.
- Disconnect the wiring, disconnect the wires.
- To check the item further, take a multimeter.
- Connect its probes to the heater contacts.
- Measure the resistance: the working part should show 25 to 30 ohms.
Next, you need to understand how to remove the heater from the socket in the event of a malfunction. For this:
- Loosen the center nut by loosening it to the end.
- Slide the bolt inward to depressurize the seal.
- Gently pry off the edges with a screwdriver, pull out the heater.
How to put and connect the heater in the washing machine:
- First of all, rearrange the temperature sensor from an unusable element to a working one.
- Clean the footprint of water stone and dirt.
- Install the element in the socket, fix the landing with a bolt and nut.
- Replace all wires, terminals.
- Replace the back panel by fastening the screws.
- Connect the CM to the network and water supply.
The installation of the heating element is completed. Now you can run the program and check the operation of the element. You may have to wait a bit until the heating starts.
Now you know how to change the heater in the Indesit washing machine. Therefore, you can compare the cost of service and self-repair, which is easy to perform.
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