How to change the drain hose of an Ardo washing machine?

How to change the drain hose of an Ardo washing machine If the drain hose leaks, electrical tape or glue alone will not correct the situation. The same can be said about a situation with severe blockage. The drain hose will also need to be replaced if it is not the right size. But this manipulation is not as simple as it seems. You need to choose the right new corrugation and be sure to find out the reason for the malfunction of the old one.

How to replace an old hose with a new one?

Ardo washing machines do not have a bottom panel. Therefore, changing the hose will not be difficult. We prepare tools: pliers, screwdrivers - and rags to remove excess water. We are starting renovations.

Important! First you need to disconnect the unit from all networks: electrical, water supply, sewer.

Using an emergency drain, we remove any remaining water. We move the machine a couple of meters, providing access to the equipment from all sides, and cover everything around it with rags. Then we tilt the Ardo washing machine back so as to expose the bottom. If this is uncomfortable, turn her on her right side. look under the bottom of the machine body

We are looking for the junction of the hose and the pump (at the volute fitting near the pump).
Carefully loosen the clamp that holds the corrugation; disconnect its second end, located on the body.
We remove the old hose and insert a new one.
Having screwed the part onto the fitting, tighten the clamp, then attach the hose to the body.
We check the reliability of all connections.

Now we put the washing machine in place. After repair work, run a short wash program. Keep an eye on the hose while draining. If water appears at the joints, stop the equipment and re-tighten the fasteners.

Why buy a new sleeve?

During the operating cycle, a huge load is placed on the drain hose - all the waste liquid passes through it into the sewer. Therefore, this part is usually made of polypropylene, which can withstand not only temperature changes, but also aggressive detergents. But, despite the high quality of the material, the hose often wears out quickly due to external and internal mechanical influences, and is also subject to frequent blockages. In what situations is it necessary to replace the drain hose?

Corrugation damage. Frequent bending causes fractures, which subsequently turn into cracks. The tightness of the hose is broken and it finally “breaks”.
Wrong size. Due to the nature of the bathroom, the part included with the appliances when sold may not fit the size. It is highly undesirable to assemble a sleeve from several components. The best option is to replace the drain hose with a new long piece.
Blockage. This often happens due to the user’s carelessness—debris and foreign bodies remain in clothing pockets. Sometimes a thick layer of scale forms on the inner surface of the corrugation.

In private homes, consumers are faced with the phenomenon of sleeves being chewed by rats and mice. In this case, we recommend taking action after the repair. For example, place a special poison behind the Ardo washing machine, near the wall on the floor.

Selecting a new part

To buy a spare part, take your old hose with you. It is better to contact specialized stores that sell parts for Ardo equipment. You need to decide on the length: to do this, measure the distance between the entrance to the sewer and the pump. You should also set the type of corrugation:

coiled - disassembled, consists of elements 50-55 cm long;
classic polypropylene, size from one to several meters;
telescopic, can stretch three times, looks like a compressed corrugation.

The cost of a new corrugation is now low, so there is no point in experimenting with sealants, glue, and electrical tapes. In addition, the need for such a replacement rarely arises. Therefore, we advise you not to repair the old hose, but to immediately install a new one.