How to unlock an Ariston washing machine
Automatic washing machines have long been firmly established in the life of every family. Housewives are so accustomed to their faithful assistant in washing clothes that any, even the most insignificant malfunction of the washing machine is comparable to a major tragedy. Quite often there are situations when the hatch door is blocked, and in this case the user asks the questions: “how to open the Ariston washing machine? Do I need to call a specialist or can I deal with the problem myself?”
Causes of unlocking problems
What causes problems with opening the door lock? There are actually quite a few reasons, and this is far from just a breakdown of the unlocking mechanism. A Hotpoint Ariston can block the hatch due to a number of problems.
- Standard locking during the washing process. Upon completion of all actions, the lock opens automatically. In almost all Ariston models, the door naturally unlocks 1 or 2 minutes after the end of the wash.
- Violation in the program. A technical failure can occur due to power outages, power surges, interruptions in the water supply, or sudden power outages.
- Failure of the lock block. In this case, it will need to be replaced.
- Drain hose clogged. Such a problem will lead to disruption of the drainage of water from the tank, so the unlock command will simply not be transmitted by the system.
- Enable child lock mode.
There are not so many main reasons that can lead to problems with unlocking the hatch; most of them are very easy to fix on your own. Step-by-step instructions for action can be found in the technical documentation included with the household appliance. Let's discuss how to unlock the door of an Ariston machine yourself, without the help of a technician.
The wash has finished but the door is closed
Automatic closing of the hatch during the washing process is a standard safety measure programmed into the automatic machine. The washing machine should not open immediately, you need to wait a couple of minutes. This function is provided to protect the user when using the machine.
A sudden blockage can also happen due to a program failure due to power surges or a momentary power outage. In this case, you need to turn off the washing machine and leave it alone for half an hour. During this time, the settings will be reset and the hatch will open automatically.
Using the opening method described above is only possible if the tank of the machine is not filled with water. If there is a lot of water inside, you need to use another method.
Protection from child interference
Sometimes it happens that the user unknowingly activates this mode. The child lock feature is activated by pressing two buttons. Different models of washing machines have different options for combinations of buttons that activate this option; you need to look it up in the instructions for the washing machine.
You also need to disable the child protection mode by pressing the two buttons selected for this.
The described methods will only work when there is no liquid left in the drum of the machine. But what to do when the washing machine is filled with water? It is possible to remove the hatch lock in this situation, but the solution to the problem will be a little more complicated.
The washing machine stopped with water
If, after three or more minutes have passed since the end of the wash, the lock is not going to open, try turning on one of the standard “Spin” or “Rinse” modes again. If at the end of the program no changes are observed, it is better to check the drain hose; it may be clogged and water cannot leave the drum. After cleaning the drain hose, run the “Spin” program again.
If this does not help, you can open the washing machine using the emergency door release cable, which is equipped with any Hotpoint Ariston machine. In most models it is located at the bottom, in close proximity to the filter. The cable has a distinct red or orange color. Pull it slowly, this should release the hatch lock.
It is rare, but it happens that the cable cannot be detected. Don't be upset, there is a way out of this situation too. Unplug the machine and remove the top cover washing machines. Then carefully tilt the household appliance so that the drum moves away from the hatch door. Using these actions, you will have access to the lock. Find the tab responsible for closing and move it away. This method will require a lot of effort, so it is better to call another person to help.
And the methods for opening a drum filled with water don’t end there. In the manual for using Ariston machines, any additional emergency measures may be prescribed for each specific model. Study the manual.
The handle is broken
When you, using an automatic washing machine, stated the fact that she's blocked, there is no need to pull the handle with all your might and try to open the door by force. This will most likely lead to damage to the handle and cause mechanical failure of the locking lock.If you did not calculate the strength and the door handle fails, you can open the hatch using a cord or rope. The algorithm of actions will be as follows:
- prepare a cord or rope with a thickness of no more than 5 millimeters and a length exceeding the circumference of the door by 25 centimeters;
- insert the cord into the crack between the washing machine body and the door itself. If you cannot perform this manipulation with your hands, take a flat-head screwdriver or spatula. Carry out all actions very carefully;
- Pull the ends of the rope lightly, the lock should open.
If you've been using your washer and suddenly find it's blocked, don't panic. In most cases, you can deal with this problem yourself, without contacting a warranty repair service. However, if you have tried all possible methods and have not found a solution to the problem, it is better to contact a washing machine repair specialist.
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1 reader comment
There is no cable on the Hotpoint-Ariston RSM 6029, just a drain hole.