Japanese Panasonic washing machines (Panasonic), despite the quality, are also prone to breakdowns. How to fix the problem with your own hands, read below.
If desired, the user can perform an independent repair of the washing machine. Moreover, a self-diagnosis system will facilitate your troubleshooting.
Typical failures SMA Panasonic
Despite the widespread opinion, malfunctions in Panasonic washing machines do not happen due to low-quality parts. Often the cause of the problems are the following factors:
- Power surges. Due to sudden changes in voltage, the electronic components of the washing machine often fail. Contacts burn down, wiring, if the power supply filter malfunctions, the elements of the control board break.
- Improper operation of the AGR. Neglect of the instruction leads to frequent overloading of the machine, the use of a large amount of detergents, and damage to the drum by small objects.
- Poor, hard water affects the internal parts of the Panasonic washing machine. Its elements are overgrown with scale, which leads to breakage.
What problems the user may encounter during operation:
- Blockages of the drain and intake system. If your machine drains poorly or does not collect water, the cause is clogged system elements. It can be filters, hoses, pipes. A pump malfunction is also likely.
- Problems with spinning. Is the underwear wrung out poorly? There were problems with such parts: pump, pressure switch, engine, tachogenerator. If one of the components malfunctions, the spin either does not start at all, or passes very weakly.
- Washing in cold water, he says there are problems with the heater, which is responsible for heating the water.
- If there is a problem with the drive belt, the washing drum stops spinning. Probably the belt is worn out, burst or stretched.
- In the event of water drainage, the cause may be a wrong connection of the AGR or a malfunction of the electronic module.
- Water leakage occurs during depressurization of connections or a malfunction with parts.
- The hatch door does not close or open after the end of the program. This happens as a result of wear of mechanical elements, malfunction of the lock or lock.
Panasonic SMA trouble codes
Knowing the error codes allows you to repair Panasonic washing machines with your own hands. Error codes specific to the Panasonic NA-16VX1, Panasonic NA-14VX1 and other models:
Error codes | Value |
U11 | The washing program does not end. |
U12 | An error occurred while running the program. |
U13 | There was a malfunction in the control board. |
U14 | The voltage in the mains does not match the specified parameters in the AGR. |
U18 | Incorrect sensor signals. |
H01 | Sensor malfunction. |
H04 | Program crash. The main module is out of order. |
H05 | The control board receives incorrect signals. |
H07, H17 | Sensors send incorrect data. |
H09 | A bus error occurred during data transfer. |
H18 | SM overload. |
H21 | Error modes. |
H27, H53 | The program does not start. |
H23, H25, H29, H41, H52 | Malfunction of the main module or sensors. |
H43, H46, H51, H55 | Emergency situation. |
Fault Repair
In order to carry out self-repair, follow our recommendations.
Eliminate blockages in the system
If you notice that water is not being drawn into the tank, follow these steps:
- Turn the shut-off valve, it may be blocked.
- Check for water in the water supply.
- Inspect the inlet hose. Maybe he twisted, bent over - this prevents the passage of water. Unscrew the hose and flush under the pressure of water from the tap.
- At the junction of the hose with the washer is a filter mesh. Take it out and clean it.
If the waste water does not drain after washing, check the following components of the Panasonic washing machine:
Solve the spin problem
If the washing machine refuses to squeeze out the laundry, do not panic, take the available measures:
- Check the correct mode selection. Perhaps the “No spin” program was installed by mistake. Move the mode to the desired position. The same applies to the number of revolutions during the spin cycle: if they are too low, the laundry at the outlet remains wet.
- Spin may also not work due to clogging, because the water does not go anywhere. Checking the drain pump.
The cause of the malfunction may be a breakdown of the electric motor or its tachogenerator.
- Having disconnected the machine from the mains, remove the rear panel by unscrewing the fastening screws.
- Below, under the tank, there is a washing machine engine.
- Disconnect the connectors leading to the motor.
- Remove the fastening screws.
Taking out the motor, inspect it. Check the tachometer. In the event of a malfunction, the element must be replaced - the installation of a new motor proceeds in the reverse order.
After removing the back cover, additionally check the drive belt. If it is damaged or worn, it is best to replace it immediately.
Replacing the drive belt takes place in the following sequence:
- Put the belt on the motor pulley immediately.
- Then gradually move it onto the pulley of the drum while rotating it.
As you can see, you can repair the malfunction yourself.
We restore water heating
When washing takes place in cold water, it is noticeable by the unpleasant odor from things, stains left on them. How to check for lack of heat at home:
- Launch the wash.
- 15-20 minutes after the start of the cycle, place your palm on the glass of the hatch.
- When heated, the glass will be warm.
If the glass is cold, the heater probably failed. To replace the heater, you will need to remove the front housing of the Panasonic washing machine. There is nothing complicated in this work, everything can be done with your own hands:
- Disconnect the AGR from the network and communications.
- Remove the top panel by unscrewing the bolts at the back.
- Remove the dispensing tray.
- Remove the screws that secure the control panel, remove it.
- Open the hatch door by bending the rubber cuff and remove the metal clamp.
- Insert the cuff into the tank.
- Disconnect the wires from the interlock.
- Remove the bottom cover.
- Remove all screws that secure the front panel.
- Having removed the panel, under the tank you will see the heater.
- Disconnect all wires immediately.
- After loosening the central nut, push the bolt inward.
- Take out the heater.
Replace the item in the reverse order. A video on the topic will help you:
Replacing the door lock
Sometimes users encounter the problem of a tightly closed door, sometimes the hatch is completely impossible to close. Washing in this case does not start.
What to do? Do it yourself repair:
- To replace the door lock (SBL), open the hatch.
- Remove the lock securing screws.
- Bending the cuff, pry the outer collar and remove it from the machine.
- Sliding the cuff to the side, remove the locking device.
- Unclench the wiring harnesses. You can immediately rearrange the wires to a new device.
Also check the serviceability of the door handle, the stability of the side hinges. All this can lead to problems with locking the hatch.