Contents
- The main breakdowns of the Ariston washing machine
- System blockage in the Ariston typewriter
- Malfunction of the pump, the intake valve of the Ariston washing machine
- Failure of the electric heater (heater) Ariston
- Problems with bearings and seals in the Ariston machine
- Breakage of fasteners in the washing machine Ariston
- Malfunction of the control unit in the Ariston car
- Fault codes Ariston and Hotpoint-Ariston, their meaning
- Repair by own hands
The versatility of Ariston washing machines makes them popular among consumers. Common models SM Hoitpoint-Ariston and Margarita-2000 are ergonomic, reliable, however, even such a technique can break.
It is important to distinguish between the main malfunctions of Ariston washing machines, to know how to fix them and repair them yourself.
The main breakdowns of the Ariston washing machine
The service life of the machine depends on the operating conditions. In the event of a problem, repair of Ariston and Hotpoint Ariston washing machines can be done by hand.
Let’s look at the most common malfunctions that appear in cars of this brand.
System blockage in the Ariston typewriter
Clogging is the most common cause of malfunctions in the CM. It prevents the normal draining of water from the tank, as a result, the washing machine cannot switch to the rinse mode. At the same time, the drain pump hums loudly while idling.
Malfunction of the pump, the intake valve of the Ariston washing machine
If the pump (drain pump) breaks down, the hum of the operating device is heard, but the water does not drain. You will not confuse a malfunction of the water intake valve with anything: even when the Ariston washing machine is turned off, water is taken spontaneously, a characteristic murmur is heard.
Failure of the electric heater (heater) Ariston
As a result of exposure to hard water, scale forms, and the tubular electric heater (TEN) fails. Breakage symptoms: water does not heat up, clothes are washed in cold water, or the washing program does not start at all.
Problems with bearings and seals in the Ariston machine
If during operation in the spin mode a rumble and crackle is heard, the bearings have exhausted their resource. You can’t continue to operate the machine, otherwise it will work for wear. The problem of changing bearings is that the wash tank is not separable.
Read on to learn how to disassemble the Ariston washing machine and fix the breakdown.
Breakage of fasteners in the washing machine Ariston
A fairly common malfunction is wear and loosening of mechanical fasteners. For example, a hatch door may not close due to a skewed or broken hook. If the door is not tightly closed, you will not be able to start the wash.
Malfunction of the control unit in the Ariston car
More rare, but still possible failure. Appears due to high humidity, foam on the board, sudden power surges.
The control module is the “brain” of the Ariston washing machine, therefore, if it breaks down, any CMA parts can fail to work.
Fault codes Ariston and Hotpoint-Ariston, their meaning
Washing machines Ariston, Hotpoint Ariston, Akvaltis, Margarita and other models are equipped with a self-diagnosis function. The system displays a fault code, deciphering which, the user can understand the cause of the breakdown.
A CM with a scoreboard or display will flash an error code on the screen. Those models that do not have a display (such as “Margarita 2000”) will give an error by flashing indicators.
How to recognize a code without a scoreboard? For example, the F02 error will be displayed as follows: the light blinked 2 times, paused, then again gave the code 2 times. The number of flashes depends on the fault code.
We list the error codes for SM Ariston: F01, F02, F03, F04, F05, F06, F07, F08, F09, F10, F11, F12, F13, F14, F15, F17, F18.
| Code and its meaning | Flashing indicators on the control panel | The solution | ||||
| LED1 | LED2 | LED3 | KN1 | KN2 | ||
F01: A short circuit has occurred in the engine control circuit. | blinks | — | — | — | — | 1. Remove excess moisture from the controller contacts. 2. Replace controller or motor. |
F02: The signal about the operation of the motor does not reach the electronic controller from the tachogenerator. | — | blinks | — | — | — | 1. Check the tightness of the connections between the motor and the controller. 2. Check the rotor for blockage. 3. Measure the resistance of the winding of the tachometer with a tester. 4. Replace controller or motor. |
F03: Breakage of the temperature sensor, “sticking” of the heating element relay. | blinks | blinks | — | — | — | 1. Inspect the temperature sensor connections to the control unit. 2. Check the sensor with a tester. When broken, it needs to be replaced. |
F04: Malfunction of the pressure switch (water level sensor). | — | — | blinks | — | — | 1. Make sure the contacts between the sensor and the module are strong. 2. If there is a problem, the pressure switch or controller must be replaced. |
F05: Problems with the operation of the drain pump. | blinks | — | blinks | — | — | 1. Check the quality of the connections between the module and the pump. 2. Check the pump and pressure switch with a tester. 3. Remove any blockages. 4. Change pump or water level sensor. |
F06: Button error on the control panel. | — | blinks | blinks | — | — | 1. Inspect the wiring connecting the controller to the buttons. 2. Check the functionality of the buttons on the panel. 3. Replace panel or control module. |
F07: The heating element is not immersed in water. | blinks | blinks | blinks | — | — | 1. Make sure that the connections between the pressure switch and the module are secure. 2. Check level sensor and heater. 3. Replace sensor or heater. |
F08: Malfunction of the pressure switch, problems with the heating element relay. | — | — | — | blinks | — | 1. Inspection of the water level sensor. 2. Quality control of the wiring between the heater and the control unit. 3. Replacing the pressure switch, block. |
F09: Error (failure) of volatile memory. | blinks | — | — | blinks | — | 1. Flashing the microcircuit. 2. Controller replacement. |
F10: No signal from water level sensor. | — | blinks | — | blinks | — | 1. Wiring control between the sensor and the control unit. 2. Checking the sensor and block. Replacing a broken part. |
F11: No signal from drain pump. | blinks | blinks | — | blinks | — | 1. Checking the pump and the quality of its connection with the controller. 2. Make sure the pressure switch is working. 3. Replacement of a defective element. |
F12: Lost communication between controller and display module. | — | — | — | blinks | — | 1. Make sure the connections haven’t come off. 2. Replace the defective element. |
F13: Open or malfunction of the drying temperature sensor circuit (for the AVD and AVL line). | — | — | — | blinks | blinks (in addition, indicator KH4 blinks) | 1. Inspection of the temperature sensor connections with the control unit. 2. Make sure the temperature sensor is working. 3. Replace the broken part. |
F14: The drying heater does not turn on (for the AVD and AVL line). | — | — | — | blinks | blinking (additionally blinking KH3) | 1. Checking the connections, as well as the heating element and the controller. |
F15: Breakage of the drying relay (for the AVD and AVL line). | blinks | blinks (KH3, KH4 additionally blink) | 1. Control of CN1 connectors. 2. Check and replace the level sensor. | |||
F17: The hatch door is not closed. | blinks | — | — | — | blinks | 1. Check the voltage in the network, the door handle, the UBL device. |
F18: Problems with the microprocessor. | — | blinks | — | — | blinks | 1. Reinstalling the controller. |
Repair by own hands
Knowledge of the device and circuit of the Ariston automatic washing machine will help determine the breakdown. The picture shows the location of the main SMA nodes.
Let’s figure out how to carry out an independent repair of the Hotpoint Ariston washing machine.
Removing blockages in the car Ariston
Which parts get clogged most often and what to check first:
- Drain filter. Open the front panel of the washer, after substituting a container to drain the water. The round part on the right is the filter. Unscrew it and remove debris.
- Sewerage and drain hose. Remove the hose and rinse under a high pressure faucet. Inspect the place where it connects to the sewer, perhaps debris has also accumulated there. It is necessary to thoroughly clean everything with special means.
If your actions did not lead to the elimination of the malfunction, you need to check the drain pipe.
- Make sure there is no water in the tank and dispenser.
- Turn off all communications and electricity.
- Lay the machine on its side.
- Below you will see a pipe from the tank to the pump.
- Squeeze the clamp connecting the tank and pump.
- Disconnect the hose clamp from the tank.
- Unscrew the pressure chamber and remove the clamp.
- Remove the pipe, check for blockage.
- If the pipe is not in the best condition, it must be replaced; installation is in reverse order.
Replacing the pump and water intake valve
To make sure that the drain pump is malfunctioning, check:
- Pull out the pump filter.
- Start the Spin program.
- Use a flashlight to look into the hole.
- If you see that the impeller is spinning, everything is in order. If it stands still, a blockage has formed, or the pump has broken.
Remove the old pump (pump) and install a new one will help the following steps:
- Lay the SM on the left side, having previously disconnected from the network and communications.
- Loosen the two screws in front.
- Disconnect the hoses.
- Pull out the pump and unscrew the three bolts securing the pump shell to the engine.
- Replacement is done in reverse order.
Measure the resistance of the filling valve with a multimeter:
- The valve is located at the point where the Ariston washing machine is connected to the water intake hose.
- Inspect gaskets for damage.
- Take the tester and attach its tentacles to the valve contacts. Normal indicators are 30-50 ohms.
- In the event of a breakdown, it is easy to replace the valve: unscrew it from the washer body and install another one, connecting all the connections. See the video for more details:
Repair of heating element Ariston
To get to the heater, you will need to remove the back wall of the Ariston washing machine. Below is the heating element, as shown in the photo.
Before removing the electric heater, measure its resistance with a multimeter. An indicator of 1 ohm indicates an open circuit, about 0 ohm – a short circuit has occurred. A serviceable device will show 25-30 ohms.
Apply the tester as in the photo:
If a part is defective, replace it. Video to help you:
Installing Ariston bearings
Changing bearings with your own hands is not easy: you need to disassemble the machine and get the part right.
But if you solve the problem yourself, carefully study the instructions for the Ariston washing machine with vertical and front loading. Watch additional video:
Repair of fasteners in an Ariston or Hotpoint-Ariston car
Your washing machine door may not close or lock. The problem may be in the skew of the door, as a result of which the hook does not reach the hole. It is enough to tighten the side loops. If the latch tongue is worn out, or the handle on the door is loose, only replacing the elements will help.
Replacement and repair of the control module
How to remove the control box:
- Pull the plug from the socket, turning off the power to the machine.
- Remove the top cover.
- Pull out the dispenser by pushing the latch in the center.
- Unscrew the front panel.
- Release the clamps and disconnect the board.
- Remove the selector and put a new board on it, and then reassemble in reverse order.
Installing a new block is not difficult. It is more difficult to repair and clean contacts. If you decide not to call the master, but to do the work yourself, watch the video:
Having understood the main causes of malfunctions of the Ariston washing machine, you can fix them yourself. Be attentive to details and do not neglect safety precautions.