How to change the cuff on an Atlant washing machine?

How to change the cuff on an Atlant washing machine Replacing the rubber door seal of an Atlant washing machine is not as difficult as it might seem at first glance. The whole process will take no more than an hour; removing the old cuff will require a minimal set of tools. We will describe in detail the algorithm of actions for installing a new rubber band, and we will figure out what can cause the gasket to deteriorate.

How to remove a damaged rubber band?

Almost every washing machine owner can remove the seal from the drum and put a new cuff in place. Therefore, if you notice that the gasket is damaged, you should not get upset and call the repairman. You can actually carry out the replacement yourself without overpaying for the work.

The first step is to buy a new door seal that fully matches the damaged gasket. To do this, you need to tell the store the model and serial number of your Atlant washing machine. It’s even better to focus on the markings indicated directly on the seal.

Before proceeding with dismantling, it is important to turn off the power to the automatic machine and turn off the water supply tap.

Next, it is advisable to wipe the unit body with a dry cloth. After this, you can begin to remove the rubber cuff. The algorithm of actions is as follows:

open the hatch door;
feel the outer and inner fixing clamp. If the ring is made of plastic, find the latch, loosen it with a screwdriver and pull the rim forward. When the clamp is metal, you will have to unscrew the screw and hook the spring with a slotted screwdriver;
remove the retaining rings from the machine;
carefully pull the front part of the cuff off the body;
find the mounting mark (it indicates how the rubber band should be positioned correctly relative to the drum). Usually the sign is a characteristic protrusion;
Use a pencil to mark a similar mark on the body;
Pull the elastic completely out of the groove.

So, you can remove the old, worn-out cuff with your own hands. Before installing a new rubber gasket, it is important to clean the seat from plaque, accumulated dirt, and powder residues. An ordinary, heavily soaped sponge is suitable for these purposes. After cleaning, there is no need to wipe the seal edge dry - the detergent remaining on the surface will serve as a lubricant and will facilitate installation of the new seal.

Nuances of installing a new part

To change the cuff, you will have to try. Pulling the seal back onto the drum is a little more difficult than removing it. A very dense factory rubber band will “resist” during installation, and this will be the main difficulty of the installation process. To make it easier to tighten the rubber gasket, follow the following algorithm:

attach the cuff to the seat so that the mounting mark on its surface and the tank coincide;
start installation from the outer part, hold the already put on section of the elastic with one hand, and with the other, pull the seal onto the protrusion;
tighten the inner edge of the cuff onto the edge of the tank;
feel the gasket around the circumference, make sure that it sits tightly on the edge and fits well to the body of the automatic machine;
check that the mounting marks are aligned with each other. If displacement is obvious, you will have to remove the seal and re-tension it.

On Atlant washing machine models, you can change the cuff without removing the front wall of the case.However, in order to have more free access to the inside of the machine, you can still remove the front panel.

After the seal is in place, it should be secured with rings. It is more difficult to install the internal clamp. The installation method directly depends on the type of latch. If the rim is metal, you need to loosen the screw “lock”, fix the element on the cuff and tighten the fasteners.

If the latch is made of plastic, you need to loosen the clamp by pressing on the junction of the “tongues”, put the rim in place and secure it inside. If the machine has a wire fastening, you will have to pull it around the circumference, tighten the ends with pliers, and hide the formed knot in a special hole in the seal. It is more difficult to work with spring tension. You need to insert a thin screwdriver into the groove of the door locking device, pry up the spring and put on the bracket.

The final stage is attaching the external clamp. The rim is installed and locked in place. It is important to understand that only old clamps without defects can be reused. If there is damage or the ring is deformed, be sure to replace it with a new one.

If everything is done correctly, the cuff and clamps will be located close to the body. Afterwards, it is important to check whether the system is sealed. To do this, start the wash “idle”, turn on the shortest mode, which provides for the addition of water, for example, “Rinse”. If there is no leakage from under the hatch door and it is dry under the machine, it means that the rubber band was installed correctly.

When droplets or even trickles of water are visible on the body, leaking under the hatch, you will have to work with the cuff. Check how tightly it fits to the edge, tighten the clamps more tightly.If this does not help, you will have to dismantle the seal and install it again.

What causes rubber bands to break?

In order not to change the cuff every month, it is important to identify the cause of its damage. Natural wear and tear occurs, but more often than not, the seal deteriorates due to the fault of the user.

Any part of the Atlant washing machine is characterized by a service life. The rubber gasket can perform its functions for several years. Defects on the cuff sometimes appear earlier due to careless handling of the machine by the user. There are several reasons for premature damage to the seal: why does the cuff tear?

getting a sharp metal object into the tank (bra wire, nail, paper clip, button, keys);
constantly experienced friction against clothing (if the permissible drum loading weight is exceeded), heavy items, shoes, which are machine washable;
the formation of mold on the surface of the cuff, “corroding” the gasket;
careless loading and removal of laundry from the drum, causing damage to the seal;
very frequent washing at high temperatures;
strong vibration of the body during the cycle.

Aggressive detergents used for washing also have a negative effect on the hatch door cuff.

Careful operation of the Atlant machine will help to avoid accelerated deterioration of the rubber seal. After each use of the machine, it is necessary to wipe the cuff dry and ventilate the drum to avoid the formation of mold. Before putting things in, be sure to check the pockets to ensure that foreign objects do not fall into the washing tank. It is also important to use high-quality detergents and not to exceed the dosage of powder and conditioner recommended by the manufacturer.

It is better to periodically inspect the seal for flaws. Even a small crack can lead to a leak. If you can’t urgently change the cuff, you can repair it yourself by sealing the damaged area with a special rubber patch. However, this measure is temporary; the defective gasket must be replaced as soon as possible.

You can’t joke about the tightness of a washing machine. Therefore, at the first “symptoms” you should remove the damaged one and put on a new cuff. Moreover, you can do the repairs yourself without overpaying the technician for the work.