Indesit washing machine draws water but does not wash

Even the best household appliance can break. And if your washing machine does not suddenly start the program, the main thing is not to panic, but to figure out the problem and try to fix it. Today we will analyze the breakdown when the Indesit washing machine draws water, but does not wash or twist, as well as some other problems.

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Causes

Some breakdowns can be eliminated independently even by a master without experience. But before undertaking repairs, it is necessary to identify what the problem is, and why the “indesit” washing machine fills in water, stops, but does not wash clothes.

Types of breakdowns:

• faulty drive belt (of course, if any);
• due to a broken engine, the drum does not spin;
• burned out heating element;
• clogged filter;
• a rare but possible case is a malfunction in the control board.

When the cause is identified, you can proceed to repair the device.

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We clean the filter

The very first thing you should start with if the Indesit washing machine draws water but does not wash, or if there are other problems with the water supply, check the filter system. With its clogging, you do not have to contact the master, you can carry out cleaning yourself.

Steps:

1. Unscrew the drain hose.
2. We lower the end of the hose into the container so that the glass water collected.
3. We open the device structure section in the instruction manual of your model, and look for where the filter is. The standard location is in the front of the machine, at the bottom, but it all depends on the manufacturer and design.
4. We remove the filter plug and clean it mechanically.
5. We install all the elements in the reverse order and conduct a test run.

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Repair belt

In front-wheel drive cars, there is no belt, so if you just got down to diagnostics and you have a device with front-wheel drive, you can safely eliminate this malfunction. In other cases, the belt is checked first, since its breaks often lead to the Indesit washing machine picking up water but not washing it.

If there is a problem with this particular part, it is possible that the tape has flown off the pulley or torn. There are several reasons for this:

• wrong transportation;
• incorrect installation of the unit;
• reloading the drum and its imbalance;
• bearing malfunction;
• belt wear due to long operation.

Where to find the belt?

If you act sequentially, then even for a novice it will not be difficult to check the integrity of the transmission tape:

1. If you have a front-loading machine, open the back cover of your Indesit washing machine.
2. If your machine is top-loading, you can find the belt by removing the side cover.

Important! To remove any of the housing covers, you just need to unscrew the retaining bolts. If you find a loose belt:

• • First, the tape is removed and inspected for damage.
  • If available, it must be replaced.
  • If the belt is whole, and just flew off - you can use it.

 

How to replace?

1. Dress the belt on the motor.
2. Then with one hand we pull the belt up, and with the other we put it on the pulley.
3. After we turn the pulley and completely put on the belt.
4. Close the lid of the device, tighten the fasteners and check the serviceability by running a test wash.

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Changing brushes

Another option in which the washing machine does not wash after water is drawn is to wear the motor brushes.

There are appliances without brushes (with an induction motor). Then the cause of the malfunction may be hidden in the starting capacitor.

Important! If the motor overheats due to prolonged use, the device may also stop working. Just leave the machine for a few hours so that the motor has time to cool, and check the operation again.

Replacement:

1. An engine is removed to replace the brushes. Its standard mount consists of two bolts.
2. Also remove the belt and all available sensors from the motor.
3. After that, the terminals are removed from the brushes with a screwdriver and the brushes are removed.
4. New brushes are installed in the reverse order of disassembly.

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We change TEN

If the heating element breaks down and the Indesit washing machine stops heating water, the heater must be replaced.

Steps:

1. First, locate the part. To do this, you can use the instructions with a description of your model. But if it was not at hand - you can limit yourself to inspection.
   1. In the presence of a large back cover - the heater is probably hidden under it, and it is necessary to remove it.
   2. If the part is in front, install the back cover back and dismantle the front wall.
2. After you get to the heater, you must disconnect all of its contacts and unscrew the central nut.
3. Next, remove the element by swinging the mount with a screwdriver.
4. Carefully insert the new part into place, look to make it stand straight. We screw in the nut and attach all the contacts.

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Control board

If the motor, heater and belt are working, pay attention to the electronics. It is necessary to conduct a thorough inspection of the wires, terminals, and if burnt elements or oxidized contacts are found - they need to be cleaned or replaced.

Important! If the contacts are intact, then most likely the fault lies in the control board. And here, if you do not have sufficient knowledge for the repair, it is better to go to the service, where you will conduct an accurate diagnosis and the necessary repairs. So you do not damage yourself or the device.

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Other reasons

There are also a number of reasons that can lead to the above-described breakdowns, and if you eliminate them in time, then you can not be afraid of serious consequences for the device or its long-term repair.

Drum lock

The tank may jam if foreign objects get into it. Therefore, check whether the drum scrolls, enlighten it with a flashlight, if necessary - remove the obstructing object.

Bearing

If the bearing is destroyed, the device may begin to work, but at the same time you will hear noise that is not characteristic of the device. If you continue to operate the machine in this condition, then severe damage cannot be avoided.

Important! In order to avoid problems, it is necessary to monitor the washing machine and carry out preventive measures in time.

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Recommendations:

1. When installing the device, do not forget about the laws of physics - if the height of the drain hose is less than 0.5 m, water will accumulate and drain immediately.
2. For hard water, use special softeners or install a magnetic transducer.
3. To prevent the device from being affected by power surges, install a protective relay.
4. After a washing cycle, do not operate the appliance immediately, let it rest and cool.
5. To avoid damage, clean the filter of the device once every two months.
6. Once every six months, preventive descaling can be carried out. To do this, use only certified products suitable for your machine model.
7. Use detergents intended for washing with a vending machine.

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If you cannot independently diagnose the reason why the Indesit washing machine draws water, but does not wash, or are afraid to damage the device, it is better not to risk it, but immediately contact a trusted master.