Ariston washing machine does not turn on - reasons
When the washing machine does not show signs of life, that is, it does not turn on, most people begin to think that the machine has burned out, will require expensive repairs, or a completely unplanned expensive purchase. In fact, everything may not be so serious, because the causes of this malfunction can be different, some of them can be eliminated without calling a technician. Why the Ariston brand machine does not turn on, we’ll talk about this.
Causes of malfunction
Any washing machine may not turn on at one moment, without giving any signals of a breakdown. If the washing machine does not turn on, the reasons for this may be the following:
- malfunction of the socket, plug or power outage;
- The power cord of the machine is burnt out;
- the noise filter or start button is burnt out;
- electronic module malfunction;
- The wires inside the machine are broken.
Electrical check
The banal reason that the machine does not turn on is the lack of electricity in the apartment. It happens that you have planned laundry, started to turn on the machine, but there is no light in the apartment, you don’t know about it yet. It's easy to check. Find out whether there is no light only in your apartment or the whole house is turned off; maybe the problem is in your electrical wiring.
The second problem that causes this malfunction is a broken socket. The contacts in the outlet may burn out if it is old. The serviceability of the socket is checked by connecting a simple table lamp to it. If the lamp does not light up or lights up but blinks, then the problem is clear - it’s time to change the socket. Otherwise, you need to look for the reason in the washing machine itself.
The first thing you need to check is the power cord, in particular the cord plug.The wire can be damaged if the voltage is overloaded or if it is strongly bent. To check it, you need to use a multimeter to ring three wires running inside the insulation. We described how to do this correctly in the article. Electrolux washing machine does not turn on. The FPS check is carried out in approximately the same way, only in order to check the mains capacitor you will need to open the top cover of the Ariston washing machine.
Why do you need a network capacitor at all? The modern automatic washing machine Ariston is simply crammed with various electrical and electronic components. Moreover, its electronics are quite sensitive, the slightest voltage drop can cause harm. The capacitor's task is to partially dampen these differences, thus saving expensive microcircuits. If the FPS burns out, then power is not supplied to the main modules of the washing machine, and as a result, it does not turn on. How to check a capacitor?
- If the washing machine is already turned off, take a Phillips screwdriver and go around the back of the washing machine.
- In the upper right and left corners of the case, you need to unscrew the two screws that hold the top cover of the machine.
- In order for the washing machine to part with the top cover, you need to place your palms on it and move it towards you, and then lift it up.
- At the top, under the cover at the end of the power cord, you will see a barrel-shaped part; this is the capacitor.
- You need to remove the wiring from its contacts, and then pull the capacitor itself out of the housing.
- Let's set the multimeter to ringing mode and ring the FPS for breakdown; if there is no breakdown, you can measure its resistance. If it shows 0 or 1, the part has burned out.
Attention! A washing machine can burn out if non-original spare parts are installed on it, FPS is no exception.To make the Ariston washing machine work and work well in the future, purchase and install an original capacitor.
Button malfunction
If the operating conditions are quite harsh, and you have had the Ariston washing machine for quite a long time, it is not surprising that its on/off button may burn out. In general, if your washing machine model does not provide protection for the front panel from moisture, then you need to take measures to ensure that water does not get on the switches and buttons. Otherwise, the contacts will oxidize and the button will stop working.
The on/off button is checked in turn immediately after the power cord and the FPS. We have already removed the top cover, let's proceed to dismantling the button we are interested in. Removing the power button is very simple. First, pull the wires off the button body. Then use a flat screwdriver to carefully pry the latch assembly and remove the button.
The first thing to do after dismantling the button is to ring it and then measure the resistance. If the button does not ring or does not produce an adequate resistance value, the button is faulty and needs to be replaced. Some technicians advise cleaning the contacts of the button and then ringing it again, there is a chance that it will work. But we, for our part, advise you to change it, it’s more reliable.
An on/off button for an Ariston washing machine can be ordered from an online store relatively inexpensively.
Checking the control board
The culprit that the Ariston washing machine does not turn on may well be the control board microcircuit. The control module of this washing machine is quite complex and it is almost impossible to recognize which specific element has burned out unless you are an expert. However, it is necessary to inspect the control board. In some cases, there are breakdowns of the control board, which are immediately visible, such as in the picture below.
To inspect the board, we need to pull it out. How to do it?
- remove the powder tray;
- next to the niche for the cuvette we find 2 screws and unscrew them;
- now unscrew 4 more screws from the top (at the end of the panel under the top cover of the washing machine);
- gently pull the panel up and remove it.
- use a screwdriver to pry up the plastic latches of the panel and disassemble it.
- Having disassembled the panel body, remove the board.
Important! When disassembling the control panel, it is better not to touch the wires, so as not to confuse anything later.
We carefully inspect the board. If there are no visible defects on it, then there are probably hidden faults that a specialist can help detect. Take the board to a service center for inspection and repair.
Other faults
Often people incorrectly formulate the problem that happened with their washing machine. They say that the machine does not turn on, but in fact, the machine turns on, but the washing modes do not start, that is, after turning on the machine does not react to anything. At the same time, the “key” indicator may flash on Ariston washing machines. This indicates a breakdown of the control board and a malfunction of the command device. With such a breakdown, it is better to contact a specialist than to try to complicate the situation.
The washing machine may not work for a number of reasons, but it turns on. There can be many reasons and the symptoms are different, we will not describe them in this article, but if you are interested and want to know what to do, read the article Why is the washing machine not working??
So, when the washing machine does not turn on, the first thing to do is check the electrical system in the house, and therefore disassemble the machine. And then only if you know how to work with a multimeter. In general, it is better to immediately entrust problems with the electronics of the washing machine to a professional. Good luck!
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15 reader comments
Hello, it takes on water endlessly and doesn’t turn any further. What is the reason?
Have you checked the filter?
How did you solve your problem, I have the same problem? Thank you.
You just need to shorten the water drain hose and that’s it.
The 2h indicator is on and everything is frozen...
What does this have to do with the filter for the water supply?
Hello, the indicator and on/off button on my machine do not light up and do not respond, the other indicators are on.
Thank you, guys, for helping to restore washing machines via the Internet with your advice, otherwise we’ll litter the planets. Nature will not forgive us.
Please help, I set the wash on Hotpoint arxf 105 to two, but it didn’t wash enough and turned off. The buttons don't light up. The door didn't open. What can I do? Thank you very much.
There is a plastic cover on the bottom.Take it off and there will be a hook. Pull it and the door will open.
I moved the machine from place to place and still it doesn’t turn on. What could be the reason?
Your article helped me find the reason, thank you!
Tell me, Hotpoint ARISTON WMF7080 washing machine for 7 kg. It doesn’t turn on because the lock button is on, we can’t turn it off (lock) and start the machine.
I can’t start the machine because of the lock button; it lights up and won’t turn off. Washing machine Hotpoint ARISTON WMF7080 7kg.
Tell me, when you start the machine, the indicator lights up, as expected, at 2h, but nothing happens, the machine freezes. What could it be?