The Atlant washing machines from the Belarusian manufacturer are well established among many consumers in the Russian Federation and the CIS countries. The Minsk factory initially specialized in the production of refrigerators. Now he has a wide assortment of household appliances, including a beloved assistant for many housewives. Over the short history of the company (no more than 60 years), only high-quality washing machines of practical design left the assembly line. But sooner or later, the equipment breaks down, and then it is necessary to repair the Atlant washing machines. You can do such work with your own hands, but if the machine is still new and recently acquired, then independent manipulations deprive the warranty period. Otherwise, you can try your luck and at the same time enrich your experience.
Each unit of household appliances from this manufacturer passes 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
It is possible to repair a washing machine only if there is a clear idea of ββhow it is arranged and what is the role of each of its parts. When the principle of operation and the purpose of each part are understood, then the cause of its occurrence can already be identified by the fault itself.
The most common models of washing machines have a front loading type of laundry. In modern realities, this technique is located in the kitchen, sheltered by a countertop, or in the bathroom. In other words, such a load of laundry is very convenient.
Control unit or module
As already noted above, it is impossible to repair Atlant washing machines with their own hands without a clear idea of ββhow its main units work. The control unit is a panel, inside of 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 directs all parts of the washing machine in accordance with the specified operating mode. Turning on / off the water supply, its heating, connecting the drum, pump actuation and so on - all this is the responsibility of the household appliance control unit. When can the Atlant washing machine module be repaired?
Each parameter is monitored by different sensors, the information from which is processed by a microprocessor installed on the board. The entire control system is rather complicated, nevertheless it is the most important part of any modern automatic washing machine.
Among the sensors can be noted:
- 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, it is responsible for turning water heating on and off.
- Tachometer - like a tachometer in a car, measures the speed of rotation of the drum.
- Time relay - necessary to track the various stages of time intervals.
All of them are connected to the board via wires, and relays are installed in some parts of the circuit.
Module malfunction
The main symptom that indicates the need to repair the control board of the Atlant washing machine is when the appliance begins to confuse washing programs. The cause of the remaining failures may be the malfunction of the sensors, but malfunctions of the operating modes are a stable disease of the processor.
As a rule, control board repair is carried out in extremely rare cases, since it is easier to replace it with a new and serviceable circuit. But there is one disappointing news - 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 main reason for 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 on the power of the entire apartment or private house. This will avoid frequent calls to 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 pressed loose, the interlock 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 valve
The washing machine is connected to the water main by means of a hose, at the end of which there is a valve that provides water supply and shutoff.
If the equipment refuses to collect water, and it is definitely present in the water supply and the pressure is within the norm, then the problem may be in the valve. Repair of the Atlant 35m102 washing machine with your own hands in this case will be reduced to cleaning it from salts and other contaminants. But if this does not help, then it is better to simply replace this part with a new valve.
Powertrain
Yes, there is also a motor here, as in a car and other similar equipment. It is the engine that drives the drum, where, in fact, the dirty laundry is washed. Typically, the torque is transmitted to the working capacity via a belt drive.
But some models are equipped with direct drive. It happens that the drum rotates 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.
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Another necessary device, without which the Atlant 35m102 washing machine cannot function. DIY repair is not difficult, and if the heater is defective, it can be replaced on its own.
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 thing to do is to check the operability of this element. But if it is fully operational, shift the focus to temperature sensors. Perhaps the reason lies precisely in their incorrect operation.
Pump or pomp
In fact, it is an asynchronous motor, which is capable of developing low power and has a magnetic rotor in its device. The rotation speed does not exceed 3,000 rpm. As a rule, it serves to pump water from the tank through the 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 understand why 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, it is enough to press the door button several times, it is likely that it simply stuck.
If the washing machine is equipped with a belt drive, then the belt can slip off its place, and then, for obvious reasons, the drum will not rotate. Also, it can simply slip, which is usually accompanied by a characteristic whistle. And if the equipment is still equipped with a tensioner, then it is worth doing belt adjustment 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 do-it-yourself machine. Such actions can completely disable the drum. You can check the degree of tension as follows: if, when pressed, the offset value 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. This can be done on your own without outside help. However, the reason that the drum does not rotate may lie in the worst - the motor burned out. Here you can check for the presence of voltage on its terminals yourself: if it is not there, then there's nothing to be done, 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 does not fill with water
In Atlant washing machines, the weak link is the water intake system. When it is in good condition, when the level rises in the working tank, it begins to compress air in the pressure regulator compartment. When a certain parameter is reached, the switch trips, blocking the inlet valve. Along with this, the heater is turned on and the door lock is activated. If the feed pipe is damaged or clogged, the system will not work.
In this case, the repair instructions 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 quite solid, it is worth trimming it, and then again planting it in its place.
- Checking the switch is also easy, just blow into the handset - if you hear a click, everything is in order. But itβs better to verify this by checking it with a multimeter. If it is faulty, there is only one verdict - a replacement.
- Then loosen the clamp that secures the pressure chamber to the drum. Inspect the cavity for cracks and deformations.
Sometimes the cause may be covered in a clogged filter. Then the manipulations will be as follows:
- Close the tap that supplies water.
- Disconnect hose from machine inlet valve.
- Remove the filter and rinse it under running water.
- Install the valve, connect the hose and restart the water supply.
In case of an inlet valve malfunction, independent repair of the Atlant washing machine is also simple - just replace the valve with a new element.
Drum filling too slow
The most common cause in this case may be a blockage or deformation of the inlet hose. Rinse it under good pressure. Also, nuisance may be due to a clogged intake filter. To eliminate 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 increase the pressure by placing a pressure tank near the ceiling of the apartment or in the attic of a private house.
Water does not drain
The first thing you should pay attention to in this case is the condition of the exhaust hose. It is worth checking it for clogging and rinse it well (if necessary). Another reason may be covered in a clogged pump (pump).
To understand whether the pump of the Atlant washing machine needs repair, or to eliminate the likelihood of its malfunction, the following must be done:
- Prepare a rag beforehand, as the appearance of water cannot be avoided.
- Remove the clamps that secure the hose to the pump and check if it is clogged.
- Armed with a pencil or any other similar object, check the rotation of the impeller.
- If the impeller rotation is tight, disconnect the electrical connector and, unscrewing the mounting bolts, remove the pump.
- Mark the location of the pump parts or photograph their location to avoid confusion during subsequent assembly. After that, disconnect the two parts of the pump by removing the clamps or unscrewing the screws.
- Check for debris in the impeller chamber. It is also worth making sure that there are no wound threads on the shaft.
- Flush both parts of the pump and then assemble them back.
If the performed manipulations do not give a result, it is worth replacing the pump with a new unit.
Repair of the Atlant washing machine: bearing replacement
A characteristic sign that the malfunction lies precisely in the bearing is a crack, hum or knock, emitted during the rotation of the drum. His backlash should also alert.
The process of replacing the bearing is quite laborious, but such work can be done on its own. To get to it, you need to remove the drum, which is easier to perform through the top. The whole procedure is as follows:
- Screws are unscrewed from the back, which fasten the cover, after which it just needs to be taken a little back and raised.
- The counterweight and lateral traction are removed.
- The springs that secure the drum are removed.
- The power unit is removed from the bottom.
- Hoses are disconnected from the drum.
- Now, to facilitate the process, you can remove the front panel, including the pump.
- The rubber casing is removed that connects the machine body to the drum.
- The counterweight is removed, after which you can remove the drum out.
- The drum casing is of a collapsible type and pulled together with bolts; after unscrewing them, the pulley must be removed.
- The working metal container itself is removed from the housing, and the bearings are removed.
The repair of the Atlant do-it-yourself washing machine is over at this point, in the future it remains only to carry out the assembly process in the reverse order, followed by verification.
If there is no self-confidence, it is better to entrust such work to professionals.