Repair of faults in Ardo washing machines

Any household appliance fails sooner or later. In some cases it is physical wear and tear of parts and components of the unit, in others it is improper connection and operation, in others it is defective. We will devote this article to such equipment as Ardo washing machines, consider their typical breakdowns, the causes of such breakdowns, and how to repair Ardo washing machines yourself.

Typical breakdowns and their causes

The user understands the failure of the washing machine based on specific symptoms. Only after studying these symptoms can he assume a breakdown of a particular unit. Therefore, we will start by listing the symptoms that are most often encountered.

• The machine stopped draining water. This can happen for several reasons, the main one of which is clogging of the drain system, which includes: a pipe, a drain hose and a pump. In very rare cases, the water does not drain due to a broken water level sensor.
• The machine does not heat the water, especially when washing 60-90⁰C. The cause of this malfunction is a breakdown of the heating element, which burns out due to limescale and settling scale. But it is also possible to exhaust the life of the heating element.
• The drum in the machine does not rotate, it stands still. In Ardo washing machines, the tank rotates due to the drive belt, and if it breaks or falls off the pulley, the machine will stop. The problem is being solved replacing the drive belt.
• Extraneous sounds appeared in the machine, similar to knocking or rumble. If such a knock is heard when the machine is turned off, then the reason is definitely faulty bearings. Another reason for the noise could be a foreign object getting into the tank.
• Is there water leaking under the machine? The reason must be sought in the drain filter or pipes. In the worst case, the seals and bearings need to be replaced.
• Programs go wrong or the machine does not turn on at all, which means the reason lies in a malfunction of the electronic board.

Before you panic and call a specialist, take a closer look and listen to the “symptoms” that appear; perhaps you yourself can find the cause or even carry out the repair yourself.

Common errors: their codes

In many washing machines, the manufacturer has programmed error codes into the microprocessor, which appear on the display when a particular malfunction occurs. Here are some examples of common fault codes. A all codes for any Ardo model can be found in the instructions.

• E00 or E01 - no water drainage due to clogged drain filter.
• E02 – incorrect drainage during spin cycle, the position of the drain hose is incorrect.
• E03 or F4 - drain time exceeded, drain pump failure.
• F2 – problems with the temperature sensor, heating element or control board.
• F5 – self-draining, incorrect hose connection.
• F13 or F14 – malfunction in the control module.

We remove blockages and replace the pump

Having found out the cause of the malfunction, we decide whether to call a technician or repair it ourselves. In some situations, you really shouldn’t overpay and do the repairs yourself. For example, you can remove blockages that have arisen. Most of the debris accumulates in the drain filter, so cleaning it is a minor repair and can cost about $6. Although in fact, there is nothing complicated about it:

• Open the small door at the bottom of the front side of the machine or remove the bottom panel.
• Then place a large, water-absorbing rag on the floor in the area of ​​the filter.
• Unscrew the valve counterclockwise.
• Pull out the filter.
• Rinse it well with water, remove hair and other debris.
• Screw the filter back in.

The problem is debris can become clogged not only in the filter, but also in the drain hose, pipes and drain pump. To get to them you will have to open the washing machine body. And this is classified as a repair of medium complexity, the price for which starts from $12, and if, when disassembling the machine, a faulty spare part is discovered, you will have to buy another spare part.

If a foreign object gets stuck in the tank, for example, a bra wire, then in this case you will have to completely disassemble the machine. Such repairs are assessed as complex and will cost at least $20. And if you are wondering how to get an object out of a car, then you can read an article about how to remove a bra wire from a machine.

You can replace or clean the pump yourself if you have free time and the skills to work with simple tools.

In the Ardo washing machine you can get to the pump from the bottom, it is either missing or the plastic strip is easily removed. The entire algorithm of actions and video instructions are in the article on our website about how clean the drain pump in the washing machine.

If you need to clean the drain hose, then one end of it must be pulled out of the sewer pipe, and the other must be disconnected from the pipe coming from the pump. Then the hose itself is cleaned using a flexible cable with a small brush at the end. Afterwards, the hose must be rinsed under running water, dried and reconnected.

Replacing the heating element

Quite often the heating element in washing machines fails. It is easy to diagnose its malfunction: you need to wash things in water heated to 60⁰C, place your hand on the drum hatch. And if it is cold, then this means one thing - the heating element has burned out and will have to be replaced. Replacing a heating element is a moderately complex repair, the cost of which will cost up to $20 plus the cost of the heating element. But don’t rush, because getting to the heating element is not difficult and you can do this through the back cover of the case, to do this:

1. Disconnect the machine from the network, disconnect from the water supply and sewerage, we unfold it so that it is convenient to work.
2. We unscrew the screws around the perimeter of the machine that hold the lid.
3. We find contacts and wires coming from the heating element under the tank, remove the terminals and sensors.
4. We unscrew the bolt that secures the heating element.
5. Carefully, using loosening movements, pull the heating element towards you; you can pick up the heating element with a screwdriver.
6. We clean the heating element holder from debris.
7. We take the original heating element for the Ardo machine, insert it into the heating element holder so that the sealing rubber is completely in place.
8. Tighten the bolt and connect all the terminals.
9. We assemble the machine.

Please pay attention! Regular descaling of your washing machine will extend the life of the heating element, but you should not rely on advertised water softeners.

How to fix electronics?

Replacing an electronic module is also not difficult and belongs to the middle class. However, this is the case when there is a certainty that the module will have to be completely replaced. But in some situations, the module can be repaired by replacing individual elements on it. This is of particular importance, because the module itself is quite expensive; in some models its price is a third of the price for the entire machine. It is not uncommon for people to refuse such repairs and buy a new automatic machine.

Working with electronics is specific; you need to have not only the skills to work with tools, but also knowledge in a certain area. Therefore, in such a situation, it is better to contact a specialist who will accurately diagnose the fault and be able to replace the element correctly.

For your information! There have been cases when some craftsmen independently changed the control module, connecting all the terminals and sensors, and as a result the new module burned out.

Replacing bearings

The most difficult repair, according to experts, is replacing bearings and seals in Ardo washing machines. This is because you have to almost completely disassemble the washing machine and take out the tank, and the bearings themselves are difficult to remove. It may require special tools, patience and skill. In such a situation, it is much more reasonable to give the machine to the experts than to repair it in your apartment, where there is not much room to turn around.

For those who still want to save money or gain experience in repairing washing machines, we suggest watching a detailed video about replacing bearings.

Thus, only after assessing the complexity of the repair and your real abilities can you begin to fix the problem yourself. Sometimes it is better to pay a specialist than to pay twice later for a failed repair attempt.

   

1 reader comment

1. 06/12/2018 at 22:32

   Alexander:

   Thank you, the video is really useful and informative. It's a pity that we didn't get around to replacing the crosspiece.

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