Repair of malfunctions of washing machines Fairy
The Fairy activator-type washing machine still remains in demand among a small part of the population; the Fairy is especially popular among summer residents. Despite the simplicity of the design, the parts of such a machine are also subject to wear, so the washing machine may break down and require repair. What most often fails, and how to repair it yourself? We will try to answer these questions.
Frequent malfunctions
Breakdowns and malfunctions of a washing machine can manifest themselves in different ways, here are the symptoms users describe most often:
- The activator does not rotate, while the engine hums;
- When washing, the engine overheats;
- There was a knocking sound during washing;
- during intensive washing, the activator tears the laundry;
- The centrifuge does not work;
- water does not drain;
- Water is leaking under the machine.
Service center specialists also talk about these malfunctions, although people rarely turn to them with such problems. After all, the cost activator washing machine Fairy 2 does not exceed $20 - this is such a cheap option to arrange “washing” with relative comfort. The services of repair specialists are often equal to the cost of the Fairy 2 machine, so it’s better to carry out the repair yourself, and if that doesn’t work, then throw it away and buy a new one. Let's try to sort out these faults and decide how to fix them.
The activator does not rotate or tears the laundry
If the activator of the Fairy 2 washing machine tears clothes or periodically refuses to rotate, this indicates a serious problem, which will most likely lead you to the need to replace the activator with a new one. Follow this procedure:
- Make sure that there is not too much laundry loaded into the machine; if the items are bulky, remove some and try to run the wash again.
- Check the O-rings and rubber gaskets of the activator; if you find visible wear, replace them.
- If this does not help, replace the activator itself.
If the activator refuses to rotate, but the motor makes a hum, and then the washing machine turns off, then these symptoms will require other actions from you.
- You will need to remove the back wall of the Fairy 2 machine, take a multimeter and check the serviceability of the capacitor.
- If the capacitor is OK, there may be a problem with the motor. Turn the rotor first in one direction, then in the other; if it rotates in both directions, most likely you will have to change the engine.
- At the same time, check and replace the seals.
For your information! Do not rush to disassemble the machine, first twist the activator with your hands, sometimes after such mechanical manipulations it “falls into place” and starts working.
If the electric motor operates normally, without any extraneous noise, but the activator stands still and refuses to rotate, you need to do the following. Remove the back wall of the Fairy 2 machine and tighten the drive belt; if the drive belt is torn or worn, it needs to be replaced.
The centrifuge does not turn on, the water does not drain
If the centrifuge on the Fairy 2 washing machine does not turn on, start by checking the electrical system, especially since it is primitive in this machine. Check the power cord for integrity; it is better to use a multimeter to do this, measuring the resistance and determining whether the wiring is broken or intact.
If the wiring is intact, remove the back wall of the machine and check the thermal relay.This element lights up quite often, if you have the same problem, replace the thermal relay. If the thermal relay is in order, then you will need to check the capacitor, and then the centrifuge motor, according to the diagram outlined above.
The centrifuge may be working properly, but there is still no normal spin, since the water does not leave through the drain system. What is the reason for such an unpleasant phenomenon?
- The most likely problem is that the filter or drain hose is clogged; take the instructions for the Fairy 2 washing machine and see how to clean it - there is nothing complicated about it.
- It is also possible that the centrifugal drain pump is clogged; it also needs to be removed and cleaned.
- In rare cases, the drain pump fails and needs to be replaced.
Important! A breakdown of a centrifugal pump often leads not to the inability to drain water, but to leaks, which is also very unpleasant.
The washing machine is leaking
The Fairy 2 washing machine may suddenly begin to leak. Perhaps this can be considered the most frequent and most unpleasant breakdown, although its reasons may be trivial. In the worst case scenario, you will have to replace the activator or centrifugal pump. But this is only required in 5% of cases when you encounter such breakdowns, so don’t rush to get upset. Better do the following:
- Check how tightly the activator is tightened. If it dangles freely, then water flows through it. It needs to be tightened.
- Check the O-rings for wear.
- Inspect the surface of the activator for nicks or other damage, as water may leak through such damage. Replace the activator if necessary.
To check the O-rings, seals and tighten the activator, it must be removed correctly. How to do it?
- There is a plug on the side of the activator, take it out, unscrew the fasteners and remove the handle.
- We remove the washer, gasket, unscrew the fastening elements of the casing, and remove it.
- We hold the engine impeller with one hand and unscrew the activator with the other.
Note! Judging by the description, it’s nothing complicated, but in fact there are some disassembly nuances. Until you try, you won't know.
Extraneous noises during spinning
The Fairy 2 washing machine may make strange noises. In this case, it may require repairs, but first you need to understand the causes of the problem. The main reason is the centrifuge is overloaded with laundry. Usually, after washing several loads of laundry, the user tries to spin everything out as quickly as possible, cramming as many wet things into the centrifuge as possible. Due to excessive load, the centrifuge, when rotating, due to centrifugal force, begins to hit the walls of the tank, making a very loud noise.
In this case, it is imperative to stop the spinning process to avoid destruction of the centrifuge parts. You need to load not too many things, but not too few, then the spinning process will be most effective. Extraneous noise also occurs due to foreign objects caught in the centrifuge. It’s fine if it’s just a jacket lock, large metal buttons or a belt buckle, but a centrifuge could easily end up with a large coin, a nail, or worse. Check your clothes before putting them in the washer.
In conclusion, we note that the Fairy 2 washing machine, which is obsolete, but still used by some people, often breaks down. Since it is not a reliable piece of equipment, it requires independent repairs, since you can’t take such a “miracle of technology” to the service department - it’s too expensive, and it’s not worth it.The only way out is to repair it yourself, which is not always possible due to the lack of spare parts.
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4 reader comments
In the section (The machine is leaking) the image does not correspond to FAIRY-2, whose activator shaft is vertical, not horizontal. They were careless and there was no help. It is necessary to indicate which oil seal or cuff according to GOST to find for replacement.
What to do if the laundry gets caught under the screw?
I have Fairy 2. It spins, but slowly and something else yellow comes out and smells. What to do?
My Fairy 2 is spinning slowly and noisily. What to do?