How to remove the cover of an Electrolux washing machine?

How to remove the lid of an Electrolux washing machine Minor malfunctions of the Electrolux washing machine can often be fixed on your own. But to do this you will need to disassemble the case a little. How difficult is it to remove the top cover of an Electrolux washing machine? There will be no difficulties if you follow the instructions below step by step.

Removing the cover with your own hands

First you need to prepare the unit itself. Disconnect it from the electrical outlet by unplugging the power cord. Close the tap responsible for the water supply and disconnect all hoses. Move the Electrolux washing machine away from the wall to a free and level place. Now start dismantling:

stand at the rear panel;
find two screws located in the corners under the lip of the cover;
unscrew them;
push the cover away from you towards the hatch;
go around the washing machine from the side of the hatch;
To remove the top cover, lift it up.

first unscrew the screws

Attention! If you notice that the cover does not move well or does not move at all, do not pry it off with a screwdriver or other sharp objects - the risk of damaging the equipment is too great.

If the part does not give way, try to rock it by gently pushing it back and forth. Most likely, the panel is simply jammed. Gently tap the bottom and sides with a mallet and try again. The main thing is not to use unnecessary force, it is better to be patient. Thus, the cover of most models of Electrolux washing machines is removed.

What is this useful for?

In what cases might this instruction be useful? What machine components does the cover protect? Let's see what elements can be repaired and replaced by removing the upper part of the unit. Typically this is:

inlet valve;
dispenser with pipes;
counterweight;
pressure switch with a tube;
network filter.

The inlet valve is located in the upper right corner near the rear cover. It is worth checking if the water flow is disrupted when starting up and during operation of the washing machine. You can test the performance of the valve coil and, if necessary, completely replace the mechanism.

inlet valve under the top cover

After passing through the filling valve, the water enters the powder receiver, which is connected to a small hopper (we pour the powder into it). The resulting cleaning solution goes through the pipe into the tank. If you notice that powder remains after washing, the problem is a clogged pipe. By removing the top cover, you can easily dismantle and clean the pipe, and, if necessary, install a new one.

You also provide yourself with access to the top counterweight, the main function of which is to weigh and balance the tank. It breaks extremely rarely, and the failure usually consists of loosening the fasteners. This is noticeable immediately, because the machine begins to knock loudly during the spin cycle. Such a malfunction must be eliminated, otherwise over time the stone will fall apart, and its parts will fall down with the risk of damaging the machine parts.

There is also another important detail here - a pressure switch that regulates the drainage of used water. If the Electrolux washing machine stops draining liquid, or does so untimely and displays an error on the display, it means the pressure switch is damaged. To replace it, unscrew the mount using pliers and disconnect the spare part from the wires. Inspect the sensor for damage or dirt. After checking, if necessary, you can install a new element.

pressure switch under the top cover

You get access not only to mechanical parts, but also to wiring, contacts, etc.

You can also remove the tank and drum. To do this, in addition to the top panel, you will need to remove the entire front part and unscrew the fasteners holding the hatch. However, all manipulation begins with the top cover.

So, the skill of removing the cover will help you out in a variety of cases related to a malfunction of the Electrolux washing machine. This is the base point for carrying out repair work of any complexity. Therefore, the given instructions will certainly be useful to those who do not want to overpay for the services of a specialist.