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The equipment does not open and refuses to respond to commands? How to unlock the Ariston washing machine? There are several ways that will help at home to return the washer to working capacity. If you do not want to wait for the arrival of the master, then study the step-by-step instructions in the article.
Why was CMA Ariston blocked?
The wash is over, but for some reason the hatch is in no hurry to open? You do not need to exert great physical effort to open the door, otherwise the fragile plastic handle will break easily. Better study the common causes of the problem:
- After the end of the program, the lock needs time to unlock. Do not immediately try to get underwear.
- System failure. It is possible that the board does not send a signal to the UBL (hatch blocking device), so the door does not open.
- The hatch handle broke. These parts wear out quickly and are sensitive to strong impact.
- The water does not drain from the tank. Then, for the sake of safety, the car does not unlock the sunroof. You need to find out the cause of the blockage.
- Malfunction of the electronic module. The board controls all systems in the washer, so if the contacts or triacs are damaged, individual elements may not work.
- The panel has a child lock.
These are the main causes of the problem. Almost all of them can be eliminated by hand. Let’s look at the solution to each problem.
How to open the Ariston washing machine?
Start with the simplest ways. First, make sure the drum is not filled with water. If the program has just ended, wait a few minutes. After washing, the lock needs time to unlock. If even then the door does not open, proceed as follows:
- Rule out electronics failure. To do this, disconnect the equipment from the network, and then turn it back on. A reboot should help the module work properly.
- Run the cycle again. As soon as the machine unlocks the door, stop the program and remove the laundry.
Nothing helps? Take a look at the control panel, is the lock on there? Perhaps the child lock was turned on by accident? Then you need to cancel the installation. To do this, press and hold the button with the protection indicator for 2 seconds.
There is water in the drum
How to open a blocked lid if there is water inside? Try to run the “Spin” or “Drain” mode. If there is no drain, then check the drain hose, clear the blockage as necessary. Use an emergency opening cable, if one is provided for your Hotpoint Ariston model. But first of all, drain the liquid from the tank:
- Open the small door under the loading hatch.
- Substitute the container.
- Unscrew the filter.
- Wait for the water to drain.
- Next to the filter is a thin red or orange cable.
- Pull it to open the door latch.
Option didn’t work? Then there is another way. Follow the guidelines:
- Disconnect the equipment from the network.
- Remove the two rear screws and remove the CMA top cover.
- Tilt the body back slightly.
- Put your hand in the door lock and try to open it.
It is best to look at the instructions, because the measures for each model may vary. The manual should indicate how to properly open the hatch in an emergency.
Handle broke
If, through negligence, the handle is broken, then you will have to open the hatch in another way. Fortunately, it’s not difficult. All you need is a long cord, no more than 5 mm thick. Proceed in sequence:
- Grab the cord firmly with both hands.
- Pull it through the gap between the body and the door.
- Pull to the left until you hear a click.
This video will help you get the job done:
If, after the inspection, it turned out that all the mechanisms are working, no extraneous indicators are lit on the screen, then you need to check the electronic module. You can inspect the board yourself like this:
- Pull out the powder tray by pressing the latch in the center.
- Unscrew the screws around the perimeter, wring out the latches and remove the panel from its place.
- Inspect the board for burns and damage.
To repair the electronic part, it is better to contact the master. This is a serious breakdown that requires professional diagnosis.