Atlant washing machines from the Belarusian manufacturer have proven themselves among many consumers in the Russian Federation and the CIS countries. The Minsk plant initially specialized in the production of refrigerators. Now he has a wide range of household appliances, including a favorite assistant for many housewives. In the short history of the company (no more than 60 years), only high-quality washing machines of a practical design left the assembly line of factories. But sooner or later, the equipment breaks down, and then you have to repair the Atlant washing machines. You can do this work with your own hands, but if the car is still new and recently purchased, then independent manipulations deprive the warranty period. Otherwise, you can try your luck and at the same time enrich yourself with experience.
Each piece of household appliances from this manufacturerpasses the necessary tests in accordance with European quality standards. Products are supplied not only to Poland, Slovakia, Lithuania, Hungary, but also enter the market in Germany and France.
Washing machine device
You can only repair a washing machine if you have a clear idea of how it works and what the role of each of its parts is. When the principle of operation and the purpose of each part are understood, then by the very fault itself, it is possible to identify the cause of its occurrence.
The most common models of washing machines have a front-loading type of laundry. In modern realities, such appliances are located in the kitchen, covered with a countertop, or in the bathroom. In other words, this load of laundry is very convenient.
Control unit or module
As noted above, it is impossible to repair Atlant washing machines with your own hands without a clear understanding of how its main units work. The control unit is a panel inside which there is a board with a set of various electronic parts. On the panel itself there are knobs or buttons that set the washing mode. The board is responsible for their recognition. During the process itself, she manages all parts of the washing machine in accordance with the specified mode of operation. Turning on / off the water supply, heating it, connecting the drum, triggering the pump, and so on - all this is the responsibility of the control unit for household appliances. When may it be necessary to repair the Atlant washing machine module?
Each parameter is tracked by differentsensors, the information from which is processed by the microprocessor installed on the board. The entire control system is rather complicated, however, it is the most important part of any modern automatic washing machine.
Sensors include:
- Water level sensor - according to its information, the water supply is turned on and off.
- Temperature sensor - usually located below the location of the tank, is responsible for turning the water heating on and off.
- Tachometer - like a tachometer in a car, it measures the speed of rotation of the drum.
- Time relay - necessary to track the various stages of time periods.
All of them are connected to the board by means of wires, and relays are installed in some parts of the circuit.
Module failure
The main symptom that indicates the need to repair the control board of the Atlant washing machine is when the equipment begins to confuse washing programs with each other. The reason for the rest of the breakdowns may be a malfunction of the sensors, but failures of operating modes are a stable disease of the processor.
As a rule, repair of the control board is carried out in extremely rare cases, since it is easier to replace it with a new and working circuit. But there is one disappointing news here - the fact is that the cost of the board is quite high, although the replacement process itself is not difficult. Just disconnect all the connectors, remove the faulty circuit, put a new one in its place.
The mostThe main reason for the failure of the main electrical component of the washing machine is power surges. And since the board is quite fragile and vulnerable, it is necessary to power the equipment through the stabilizer.
It is better to put such a device to power the entire apartment or private house. This will avoid the frequent call of the master to repair the Atlant washing machine at home.
Door lock
Also, the board of any washing machine is connected to other main devices, and this element is designed to lock the door. When triggered, you can hear a characteristic click. At the same time, when the door is not pressed tightly, the lock relay will not work and the machine will refuse to wash. Correcting the situation is easy - just push the door so that the contacts close. Then the washing process will start.
Water supply valve
The washing machine is connected to the water mains by means of a hose, at the end of which there is a valve that supplies and shuts off water.
If the equipment refuses to draw water, and it is definitely present in the water supply and the pressure is within normal limits, then the problem may be in the valve. Do-it-yourself repair of the Atlant 35m102 washing machine in this case will be reduced to cleaning it from s alts and other contaminants. But if this does not help, then it is better to simply replace this part with a new valve.
Powertrain
Yes, it also has its own motor, like in a car and other similartechnique. It is the engine that drives the drum, where, in fact, dirty laundry is washed. As a rule, the torque is transmitted to the working capacity through a belt drive.
But some models are equipped with direct drive. It happens that the drum turns manually, but when you try to start the washing machine, it does not rotate. Specifically, in this case, the motor itself is faulty, which is “cured” by its repair or replacement.
TEH
Another necessary device, without which the functioning of the washing machine "Atlant" 35m102 is impossible. Do-it-yourself repairs are easy to make, and if the heating element is faulty, you can replace it yourself.
The main duty of this device (as you might guess) is to provide water heating. If during washing it does not heat up, although it should, the first step is to check the performance of this element. But if it is fully functional, shift the focus to temperature sensors. Perhaps the reason lies precisely in their incorrect work.
Pump or pump
In fact, this is an asynchronous motor that is capable of developing low power and has a magnetic rotor in its device. The rotational speed does not exceed 3,000 rpm. As a rule, it serves to pump water out of the tank through a drain hose. Modern and expensive models of washing machines can be equipped with both a drain and a circulation pump. The second type of device is responsible for the circulation of water during washing and rinsing.
Signs of the need to repair the drum of the Atlant washing machine
To figure it outwhy the drum does not rotate, for a start it is worth excluding the most common and simple reason - a malfunction of the door latch. And if the lock is faulty, the drum will not rotate. To check, just press the door button several times, there is a chance that it was just stuck.
If the washing machine is equipped with a belt drive, then the belt can come off its place, and then, for obvious reasons, the drum will not rotate. It can also simply slip, which is usually accompanied by a characteristic whistle. And if the equipment is still equipped with a tensioner, then it is worth adjusting the belt and pulling it a little tighter.
It is important not to overdo it, otherwise too much tension can lead to early wear of the bearings, which will negate the entire repair of the Atlant washing machine with your own hands. Such actions can completely disable the drum. You can check the degree of tension as follows: if, when pressed, the displacement is approximately 12 mm, then the parameter is set within the normal range.
Otherwise, when the tensioner is missing, it is better to replace the belt. You can do this on your own without outside help. However, the reason that the drum does not rotate may be the worst - the motor has burned out. Here you can check for yourself the presence of voltage at its terminals: if it is not there, then there is nothing you can do about it, it is almost impossible to carry out repairs on your own. In this case, you can not do without the help of a specialist.
The drum is not filling upwater
In Atlant washing machines, the weak link is the water intake system. When it is in good condition, the water, when the level in the working tank rises, begins to compress the air in the pressure regulator compartment. When a certain parameter is reached, the switch is activated, blocking the intake valve. At the same time, the heating element is turned on and the door lock is activated. If the supply tube is damaged or clogged, the system will not work.
In this case, the repair manual for the Atlant washing machine will look like this:
- The first step is to check the connection of the tube and the water level switch. If its end is rather hard, it is worth cutting it off, and then putting it back in its place.
- Checking the switch is also easy, just blow into the tube - if you hear a click, everything is in order. But it is better to verify this by checking it with a multimeter. If it is defective, the verdict is one - replacement.
- Then loosen the clamp that secures the pressure chamber to the drum. Inspect the cavity for cracks and deformations.
Sometimes the reason may lie in a clogged filter. Then the manipulations will be as follows:
- Close the faucet that supplies water.
- Disconnect the hose from the inlet valve of the machine.
- Remove the filter and rinse it under running water.
- Install the valve, connect the hose and resume the water supply.
In the event of a malfunction of the inlet valve, self-repair of the Atlant washing machine is alsosimple - just replace the valve with a new element.
Drum filling too slow
The most common cause in this case may be a clogged or deformed inlet hose. It is worth rinsing it under a good pressure of water. Also, the trouble may be associated with a clogged intake filter. To fix the damage, just remove and rinse it.
It is also worth paying attention to the pressure in the line, if it is below normal, water will also flow slowly. The minimum allowable parameter is 12 atm. You can raise the pressure by placing a pressure tank near the ceiling of the apartment or in the attic of a private house.
Water won't drain
The first thing to pay attention to in this case is the condition of the exhaust hose. It is worth checking it for blockage and rinsing it well (if necessary). Another reason may lie in a clogged pump (pump).
To understand if the pump of the Atlant washing machine needs repair, or to exclude the possibility of a malfunction, you must do the following:
- Prepare a rag, as water cannot be avoided.
- Remove the clamps that secure the hose to the pump and check if it is clogged.
- Using a pencil or any other similar object, check the rotation of the impeller.
- If the rotation of the impeller is tight, disconnect the electrical connector and remove the pump by unscrewing the fixing bolts.
- Mark the location of the pump parts or take a picture of their location to avoid confusion during reassembly. After that, separate the two parts of the pump by removing the clamps or unscrewing the screws.
- Check if there is debris in the impeller chamber. It is also worth making sure that there are no wound threads on the shaft.
- Rinse both parts of the pump and then put them back together.
If the performed manipulations did not work, it is worth replacing the pump with a new unit.
Repair of the Atlant washing machine: bearing replacement
A characteristic sign that the fault lies precisely in the bearing is a crackling, humming or knocking sound emitted when the drum rotates. Its backlash should also alert.
The process of replacing a bearing is quite time consuming, but you can do this work on your own. To get to it, you need to remove the drum, which is easier to do through the top. The whole procedure is as follows:
- Screws are unscrewed from the back side, which secure the cover, after which you just need to take it back a little and lift it up.
- Remove counterweight and tie rod.
- Removing the springs that secure the drum.
- Removing the power unit from the underside.
- Hoses are disconnected from the drum.
- Now, to facilitate the process, you can remove the front panel, including the pump.
- The rubber casing that connects the machine body to the drum is removed.
- The counterweight is removed, after which the drum can be removed.
- The drum body is collapsible type and bolted together,after unscrewing them, you need to remove the pulley.
- The working metal container itself is removed from the housing, and the bearings are removed.
This is the end of the do-it-yourself repair of the Atlant washing machine, in the future it remains only to carry out the assembly process in the reverse order, followed by a check.
If there is no self-confidence, it is better to entrust such work to professionals.
