Disassembling a Samsung washing machine

There may be several reasons why a user needs to disassemble a Samsung washing machine. We will not delve into the circumstances that prompt you to start this process, but will only tell you how to do it correctly. It is very important to start work with a complete understanding of it and familiarize yourself with basic safety precautions. The algorithm of actions and sequence of disassembling a Samsung machine will be described in detail in this article.

Before starting work

The process of disassembling an automatic washing machine is not as complicated as it might seem at first glance. All the work can be done with your own hands, without resorting to the help of craftsmen. Special attention should be paid to preparing for the upcoming process. So, what needs to be done at the preparatory stage?

1. Disconnect the household appliance.
2. Drain the remaining water from the tank and pipes.
3. Prepare a set of tools.
4. Select the location where disassembly will take place.

The choice of place for all manipulations should be approached responsibly. Firstly, it should be spacious enough, and secondly, well lit. The unit contains both large and small parts; free space will be necessary for storing the overall parts of the machine and free movement around the unit. Let's discuss in more detail what tool you need to prepare. The set is completely standard, there is no need to look for any “outlandish” things. You will need:

• screwdrivers of various sizes;
• heads of different diameters;
• pliers;
• small hammer.

In the process, you will need several rags, a special WD-40 solution, with its help you can remove poorly loosened nuts, sealant and CV joint grease. A smartphone with a built-in camera will also be useful; capturing the progress of work and the places where the contacts are attached in photographs will make it easier for you to put the machine back together.

Removing external elements

When disassembling a Samsung washing machine with your own hands, it is very important to strictly follow the order of work specified in the instructions. At the initial stage, you need to unscrew the top cover of the unit. This is quite simple to do, go around the back of the machine and unscrew the two bolts holding the wall.

We put the removed cover aside so that it does not interfere with further actions. Removing the top of the machine, you can see its internal “stuffing”. To inspect the pulley or drive belt, carefully move the counterweight in your direction.

The next step is to remove the detergent dispenser tray. Hold the container lock and pull it towards you. You can begin to remove the seal - the cuff surrounding the hatch. Take a screwdriver, lightly pry up the retaining ring and remove it from the cuff. The main thing is to carry out this action carefully and slowly, the elastic band is quite fragile, and if you move it too suddenly it can break. The sealant is tucked inside the washing machine, so it will not interfere.

At the third stage, it is necessary to detach the panel located at the bottom of the front wall of the case. It will provide you with free access to the drain filter and a hose used for emergency drainage of water.

The cover is held in place by small latches and is fairly easy to remove.

Let's start removing the electronic module. Everything here is also quite simple.Unscrew the fastening screws, press the tip of a screwdriver onto the latches and smoothly separate the control unit from the washing machine body.

Access to the front wall of the Samsung machine has been gained. To detach it from the body, you have to unscrew 7 retaining bolts. Having separated the front panel, we can assume that the process of removing external elements is completely completed.

Taking out the internal parts

Next, according to the instructions, you should proceed to removing the drum and tank from the SMA housing. This process is the most labor-intensive in the process of disassembling the washing machine; it is better to do it not alone, but with the support of a family member. Before removing the tank, be sure to disconnect the power wires connecting it to the heating element and unfasten the tubes going to the tank. Afterwards, disconnect the electrical wires from the machine motor.

Then you have to remove the counterweights and put them aside. Finally, after completing all of the above steps, you can remove the tank and drum. Unfasten it from the shock absorber springs. After you have removed all the shock absorbers, you can call an assistant and work together to remove the reservoir. There is very little left to do - separate the washing machine motor from it, first removing the drive belt.

I would like to pay special attention to situations where there is a need to replace a bearing. Such repairs are classified as complex. Before you begin to implement it, you should realistically assess your capabilities and knowledge in this area.

The whole difficulty is that in most SMA models the tank is non-separable and represents a monolithic part. And to disassemble it, you will have to saw the element, then seal it and glue it back together.If you are lucky and the manufacturer provides a collapsible tank in your washing machine, everything will be much simpler - you just need to unscrew the retaining screws and separate the two halves of the element.

By dividing the tank into two parts, you will gain access to the drum, on its shaft there is a bearing. To unfasten it, a special puller is used, but if such a tool is not available, the part can be carefully knocked down with a hammer.

After the bearing is uncoupled, it is necessary to clean the seat on the shaft and carefully check it for wear. When there are no deviations, you can install a new bearing.

Important! When disassembling the SMA, it is necessary to record the progress of the operations, and the most complex work, for example, replacing a bearing, is best entrusted to professional repairmen.

After reading this instruction manual, you can safely begin removing parts of the automatic machine. Having the necessary set of tools on hand and having minimal knowledge of repair work, you can correctly disassemble the washing machine without any problems.

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