How many bearings are there in a Zanussi washing machine?
Repairing a bearing assembly on a washing machine is a difficult task, but feasible even for a beginner. The main thing is to figure out in advance how many bearings are installed on the Zanussi machine drum and what diameter. Then purchasing spare parts and replacing them will take place without surprises, and you won’t have to run to the store several times to select components.
Number of bearings
Washing machines from Zanussi are equipped with one or two bearings. The number of clips and their type depends on the year of manufacture and model. Thus, machines produced in the early 2000s are equipped with a powerful SKF double-row monobearing model BA2B. The size of the “rings” varies, but the main thing remains the same: such parts have legendary quality and can last for 15-20 years without accidents.
Zanussi washing machines have one or two bearings - it all depends on the specific model and year of its manufacture.
On modern Zanussi models, mono bearings are not used due to lower production costs. Instead, they put two weaker clips, one external, larger, and the other smaller, internal. Their diameter and thickness vary greatly: most often pairs with serial numbers 6203-6206 are suitable for this brand. Unlike double-row components, they break down faster, withstand less load and last an average of 3-5 years.
What components does the manufacturer use?
The surest way to find out the number and type of bearing is to disassemble the washing machine and knock out the components from the cross. Also, information about the bearing assembly is included in the factory instructions for the washing machine.You can clarify the equipment of the machine after consultation at a service center or household appliances store by informing the specialist of the serial number of your existing Zanussi.
When selecting a bearing and oil seal, you can rely on the list of standard components for various Zanussi models. Here are the most popular brands of the manufacturer and the spare parts that go with them.
“Zanussi aquacycle” line 800, 900 and 1000. Bearings marked 6204 and 6205 are required, and the oil seal must have dimensions 30x52x10. Similar rings and rubber bands are used when repairing the unit on the Zanussi FA 1032-1 washing machine.
Zanussi F 505, FA 622. Fits 6203 clips with rubber seal 22x40x8/11.5.
Most washing machines of the FA (823-1 to 1023-1), FAE (1025E1, 825V), FCS (800C, 872C), FE (802, 804), FLS (876C, 1083), FV (832), WD ( 832 C), WDS (1002C) and almost all ZWD and ZWS. Equipped with standard bearings 6204 and 6205, which are complemented by oil seals 30x52x10/12. Easiest to repair, as spare parts are available and inexpensive.
Automatic machines with serial numbers FA 821, FLS (522 CN, 702, 772 C, 802, 812 C, 822 and 872 C). To replace, you will need clips of sizes 6204 and 6304, while the rubber seal must meet the parameters 25x52x8/11.5.
Zanussi FL 12 INPUT and WD-15 automatic machines. These models are equipped with the most powerful and largest paired bearings marked 6306 and 6307. The oil seals will also be proportionate - at least 40.2 × 80/95 × 10/15.
Washing machines are FL 1200 and SLS 1276. The bearings used are the same - 6206 and 6207. But the seals are slightly different: for SLS 1276 40.2x72/80x8/13.5 are required, and for FL 1200 the rubber thickness should be 10.
Most Zanussi washing machines are equipped with two bearings, numbers 6204 and 6205.
Zanussi FL 1201. This model is equipped with a special set: bearings with numbers 6205, 6206, and oil seals measuring 35x62x10.
Automatic machines of the FL 726 CN, ZWO 384 and ZWO 3104 series. They are distinguished by a wear-resistant and durable bearing assembly, since the crosspiece houses powerful double-row monobearings from SKF BA2B 306037. As for the seal, you need oil seals with a thickness of 10 mm, an outer diameter of 40 and an inner diameter of 60.
Zanussi FL 904 NN. Another non-standard washing machine, the repair of which will require smaller size clips - 6203 and 6204. The rubber seal needs to be proportional: 25x50.5x10.
Machine FL 984 CN. A double mono-bearing SKF BA2B 306037 is required, and the oil seal is 8/10 thick and has a diameter of 40x60.
Models 522 C and 574 C FLS series. Rings marked 6203 and oil seals with parameters 22x40x8/11.5 are suitable.
Zanussi FLS 622 C. To repair the bearing assembly, races 6203 and 6205 and a seal with diameters 30 and 52 are purchased.
Washing machines FLS 874 CN and FLV 954 NN. They were released in the early 2000s and are equipped with one double-row bearing BA2B 306037. A gasket measuring 40 by 60 and 8/9 thick is placed on top.
Zanussi TA 1033 V. It differs from other washing machines of the manufacturer in its non-standard oil seal, the outer diameter of which is 47 cm, the inner diameter is 30, and the thickness is 7. There are two bearing rings - 6204 and 6204.
Double mono bearings BA2B 306037 are installed on Zanussi FL-726-CN, FL-984-CN, FLS-874-CN, FLV-954-NN, ZWO-3104 and 384.
Automatic machine series ZWN-2106. When replacing, clips marked 6204 and rubber gaskets with parameters 30x46.8x8.7/13 are used.
Zanussi brands ZWO (685, 7105) and ZWS (3102, 3122, 6107 and 7107).They are equipped with two standard bearings with numbers 6205 and 6206. Difficulties can arise only when searching for an oil seal: you need to find a seal with dimensions 35x62x10/12.5.
It is worth considering that this list is for reference only, since the manufacturer may change the values in a particular case. It is better to focus on the serial number of your existing washing machine, carefully study the instructions or remove the old bearings and select an analogue based on the sample.
Experienced craftsmen do not recommend purchasing replacement bearings and seals in advance. It is cheaper and more reliable to first disassemble the washing machine, remove damaged parts and carefully inspect them. The markings are stamped on the outer frame and are easily read by the naked eye. Thus, you can play it safe and make sure exactly how many spare parts and what size are installed in the machine.
Well done. He showed it well, explained it, but didn’t mention the markings and dimensions of the bearing (.. BA2B? No? And so +++) I have the same machine. It’s been working for 25 years without any breakdowns, but now it’s starting to make a loud buzzing noise when spinning... possibly the bearing.
Repairing a bearing assembly on a washing machine is a difficult task, but feasible even for a beginner. The main thing is to figure out in advance how many bearings are installed on the Zanussi machine drum and what diameter. Then purchasing spare parts and replacing them will take place without surprises, and you won’t have to run to the store several times to select components.
Well done. He showed it well, explained it, but didn’t mention the markings and dimensions of the bearing (.. BA2B? No? And so +++) I have the same machine. It’s been working for 25 years without any breakdowns, but now it’s starting to make a loud buzzing noise when spinning... possibly the bearing.