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 do it yourself.
The main breakdowns of the washing machine Ariston
The service life of the machine depends on the operating conditions. In the event of a malfunction, the repair of the Ariston and Hotpoint Ariston washing machines can be done by yourself.
Let's look at the most common malfunctions that appear in cars of this brand.
Ariston clogging system
Clogging is the most common cause of malfunctions in the SM. It prevents the normal discharge of water from the tank, as a result of the washing machine can not go to the rinse mode. At the same time, the drain pump buzzes loudly, idling.
Malfunction of the pump, the valve of the intake of the washer Ariston
If the pump (drain pump) breaks down, the hum of a working device is heard, but water does not drain. You will not confuse the malfunction of the water intake valve with anything: even when the Ariston washing machine is turned off, spontaneous water intake takes place, a characteristic murmur is heard.
Failure of an electric heater (TENa) Ariston
As a result of exposure to hard water, scale is formed, and the tubular electric heater (TEN) fails. Symptoms of failure: the water does not heat up, the laundry is washed in cold water, or the washing program does not start at all.
Problems with bearings and seals in the Ariston typewriter
If during operation in the spin mode a hum and a crack are heard, the bearings have exhausted their life. You cannot operate the machine further, otherwise it will work for wear. The problem of changing bearings is that the washing machine tank is non-separable.
Read how to disassemble the Ariston washing machine and fix the breakdown.
Failure of fixtures in the Ariston washing machine
A fairly common malfunction is wear and loose mechanical fasteners. For example, the hatch door may not close due to a skew or a broken hook. If the door is not tightly closed, you cannot start the wash.
Malfunction of the control unit in the car Ariston
A rarer, but still possible breakdown. 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 details of the AGR can be denied work.
Fault codes Ariston and Hotpoint-Ariston, their meaning
Washing machines Ariston, Hotpoint Ariston, Aqualtis, Margarita and other models are equipped with a self-diagnosis function. The system displays a fault code, decrypting which, the user can understand the cause of the breakdown.
A CM with a m display or display will display 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 code without a scoreboard? For example, indicators F02 will display error F02 like this: the lamp blinked 2 times, pause, then again issued a 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 | Solution to the problem | ||||
LED1 | LED2 | LED3 | KH1 | KH2 | ||
F01: A short circuit has occurred in the engine control circuit. | blinks | — | — | — | — | 1. Remove excess moisture from the controller pins. 2. Replace controller or motor. |
F02: The signal about the motor does not reach the tachogenerator to the electronic controller. | — | blinks | — | — | — | 1. Check the connections between the motor and the controller. 2. Check the rotor for the moment of blocking. 3. Measure the resistance of the tachometer coil with a tester. 4. Replace controller or motor. |
F03: Damage to the temperature sensor, “sticking” of the heater relay. | blinks | blinks | — | — | — | 1. Inspect the connections of the temperature sensor to the control unit. 2. Check the sensor with a tester. In case of breakdown, a replacement is needed. |
F04: Malfunction of the pressure switch (water level sensor). | — | — | blinks | — | — | 1. Ensure that the contacts between the sensor and the module are tight. 2. In the event of a malfunction, the pressure switch or controller must be replaced. |
F05: Problems with the operation of the drain pump. | blinks | — | blinks | — | — | 1. Verify the quality of the connections between the module and the pump. 2. Test the pump and pressure switch with a tester. 3. Remove any blockages. 4. Change the pump or water level sensor. |
F06: Error buttons 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 the control panel or module. |
F07: TEN is not immersed in water. | blinks | blinks | blinks | — | — | 1. Ensure that the pressostat is firmly connected to the module. 2. Check the level sensor and heater. 3. Replace the sensor or heater. |
F08: Faulty pressure switch, problems with the heater 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, unit. |
F09: Error (failure) of volatile memory. | blinks | — | — | blinks | — | 1. Flashing the chip. 2. Replacing the controller. |
F10: There is no signal from the water level sensor. | — | blinks | — | blinks | — | 1. Control wiring between the sensor and the control unit. 2. Checking the sensor and unit. Replacing a broken part. |
F11: There is no signal from the drain pump. | blinks | blinks | — | blinks | — | 1. Checking the pump and the quality of its connection with the controller. 2. Verify that the pressure switch is working. 3. Replacing the defective item. |
F12: Lost communication between controller and display module. | — | — | — | blinks | — | 1. Make sure the connections are not loose. 2. Replace the defective item. |
F13: Open or malfunction of the drying temperature sensor circuit (for the AVD and AVL line). | — | — | — | blinks | blinks (KH4 indicator blinks additionally) | 1. Inspection of the connections of the temperature sensor to the control unit. 2. Verify that the temperature sensor is working. 3. Replace the broken part. |
F14: Drying heater does not turn on (for the AVD and AVL line). | — | — | — | blinks | blinks (additionally blinks KH3) | 1. Checking the connections, as well as the heater and controller. |
F15: Damage to the drying relay (for the AVD and AVL line). | blinks | blinks (additionally blink KH3, KH4) | 1. CN1 connector monitoring. 2. Check and replace the level sensor. | |||
F17: The hatch door is not closed. | blinks | — | — | — | blinks | 1. Check mains voltage, door handle, UBL device. |
F18: Problems with the microprocessor. | — | blinks | — | — | blinks | 1. Reinstalling the controller. |
DIY repair
Determine the breakdown will help knowledge of the device and circuit of the automatic washing machine Ariston. The picture shows the location of the main nodes of the AGR.
We will figure out how to carry out an independent repair of the Hotpoint Ariston washing machine.
Elimination of blockage in the car Ariston
Which parts are clogged most often, and what to check first:
- Drain filter. Open the front panel of the washer by first substituting a vessel to drain the water. The round part on the right is a filter. Unscrew it and remove the trash.
- Sewerage and drain hose. Remove the hose and rinse under a high-pressure tap. Inspect the place where it connects to the sewer; perhaps there is also garbage accumulated there. It is necessary to carefully clean everything with special means.
If your actions did not solve the problem, you need to check the drain pipe.
- Make sure that there is no water in the tank and dispenser.
- Disconnect all communications and power.
- Put the machine on its side.
- Below you will see a pipe from the tank to the pump.
- Squeeze a collar of connection of a tank and a pump.
- Disconnect a collar of fastening of a branch pipe to a tank.
- Unscrew the pressure take-off chamber and remove the clamp.
- Remove the pipe, check for obstruction.
- If the pipe is not in the best condition, it must be replaced; Installation is in the reverse order.
Replacing the pump and water intake valve
Verify that the drain pump is malfunctioning by checking:
- Remove the pump filter.
- Run the spin program.
- Use a flashlight to look into the hole.
- If you see the impeller spinning, then 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 with the help of the following actions:
- Lay the SM on the left side, after disconnecting it from the network and communications.
- Loosen the two screws in front.
- Disconnect the hoses.
- Remove the pump and unscrew the three bolts securing the pump shell to the engine.
- Replace in the reverse order.
Measure the resistance of the filler valve with a multimeter:
- The valve is located at the connection point of the Ariston washing machine to the water intake hose.
- Inspect gaskets for damage.
- Take the tester and attach its tentacles to the valve pins. Normal values are 30-50 ohms.
- In the event of a breakdown, replacing the valve is simple: unscrew it from the washer housing and install another, connecting all the connections. See the video for more details:
Repair TENA Ariston
To get to the heater, you will need to remove the back wall of the Ariston washing machine. Below is the heater, as shown in the photo.
Before you get the electric heater, measure its resistance with a multimeter. A value of 1 ohm indicates an open circuit, about 0 ohms - a short circuit has occurred. A working device will show 25-30 OM.
Apply the tester as in the photo:
Ariston Bearing Installation
Changing bearings with your own hands is not easy: you need to disassemble the machine and correctly get the part.
Repair of fasteners in an Ariston or Hotpoint-Ariston machine
Your washing machine may not lock or lock the door. 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 hinges. If the locking tab has worn out or the handle on the door is loose, only replacing the elements will help.
Replacing and repairing the control module
How to remove the control unit:
- Disconnect the plug from the socket by switching 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 insert a new board on it, and then reassemble in the reverse order.
Having understood the main causes of malfunctions of the Ariston washing machine, you can eliminate them yourself. Be attentive to details and do not neglect safety measures.