DIY steam generator repair

Sometimes situations arise when at the most inopportune moment household appliances refuse to function. If you want to overload the washed laundry, and the steam system does not turn on, then the steam generator needs urgent repair. In this article we will try to find the source of the problem of philips and others. And we will consider how to make repairs and do the cleaning of the steam generator with your own hands if the device is leaking.

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Main features of steam irons

Consider the main advantages of the functioning of the iron with a steam generator:

• the ability to iron clothes directly on the hanger;
• smooths any material without problems;
• presence of self-cleaning function;
• the ability to clean the sofa upholstery.

Like any household appliances, irons with a steam generator sometimes fail and require DIY repair. In order to carry out such repairs, you should first familiarize yourself with the features of such a household appliance.

Let's consider what basic elements an iron with a steam generator consists of:

• heating element;
• sole;
• temperature regulator;
• temperature regulator;
• steam regulator;
• indicator.

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Design brief

Regardless of which manufacturer produces a steam generator, for example, “Bosch”, “Philips” or “Tefal”, all devices are characterized by three main parts:

• electronic control unit;
• stand or so-called base;
• with an iron.

The household appliance is also equipped with special nozzles.

Consider the principle of the steam generator:

1. The boiler heats the water.
2. The result is steam.
3. Formed steam through a special hose device is supplied to the iron.
4. Perforation is present at the base of the iron.
5. Steam coming out of the holes processes the fabric, smoothing out any kind of crease.

Important! The size of the garment and its density do not affect the quality of the steaming. So, the steam generator has the ability to simultaneously process bedding, jeans, suits made of wool fabric, various synthetic products, as well as materials that require very delicate handling, for example, clothing made of silk.

Tefal manufacturer's steam generator household station is significantly different from household appliances with steaming exactly the same manufacturer:

• a significant difference is the size - a household station is much larger and more voluminous, while taking up a lot of space in the room;
• in the steam generator, water is supplied to a separate compartment of the boiler, in which heating takes place until steam is formed;
• the formed steam is not wet - it is dry with an approximate temperature of about 160 degrees;
• clothes and linen are processed without touching the device in the form of an iron; therefore, when steaming, there are no damage to clothes and you should not worry about the integrity of things.

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troubleshooting

Why does the steam generator not work and how to disassemble it? When operating household appliances, situations sometimes arise in which various malfunctions occur. By the characteristic signs, some of them can be diagnosed - this knowledge allows you to carry out repair work of the steam generator with your own hands.

How to repair a steam generator with your own hands? It all depends on the original cause. If the steam generators refuse to function properly and do not cope with the duties assigned to them, then in this case there are a number of reasons that cause damage:

• The station stopped supplying steam - the heater or its contacts burned out. In addition, there is sometimes an incorrect functioning of the boiler switch. It also happens that the steam button on the appliance is simply broken.
• If the pressure ceases to be regulated, the switch is simply broken.
• The device delivers steam that is characterized by the wrong temperature - the temperature fuse has blown, the thermostat has stopped functioning.
• The voltage has disappeared - it is necessary to check the power cord, perhaps one of the cores is broken.
• Insufficient heating of the water - it is necessary to check the capacity, maybe many different deposits have accumulated on its walls.
• If the water level indicator does not turn off, but is constantly on, the broken sensor may be the cause.
• There is a constant discharge of steam through the safety valve - maybe there is not enough water in the tank.
• Under the steam generator station, water formed - somehow there is a leak, so to isolate the malfunction, turn off the device.

Important! In order to fully diagnose the device and repair it yourself, it is necessary to have special equipment, since the presence of a soldering iron and a multimeter allows you to solve only simple problems and eliminate minor damage.

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DIY repair

If you have a Tefal steam generator model, then you can repair it yourself, eliminating simple malfunctions. All models have the same design, differences exist only in some nuances.

Consider the most common malfunctions and methods of how to repair a steam generator with your own hands:

• The station reports that it is ready for operation, but when you press the button, there is no steam supply - the button must be replaced.
• Steam is not supplied to the steam generator - in this case, it is necessary to check the operation of the heater, fuse, solenoid valve, and clean the steam pipe. In case of damage, it is necessary to clear the boiler tank from scale, to replace the thermostat or hose, which serves to allow steam to enter the iron.
• The pressure switch is characterized by incorrect operation - using a multimeter, you need to check the health of the part. In the event of a breakdown, it is necessary to replace and install a working microswitch or toggle switch.
• There is no reaction to the button press on the control panel - the integrity of the wiring is checked, if the problem is not found, then the wiring should be replaced.
• A constant glow of the low water level indicator is observed in the tank - it is necessary to check the water level in the tank, if it is normal, then the reason is in the liquid volume sensor, it needs to be replaced.
• At the sole of the iron from the perforations, a slight vapor pressure is observed - to resolve this problem, it is recommended to check the regulator, in case of a malfunction, replace it with a new one.

It is impossible to foresee all cases that may arise during the operation of the device and cause malfunctions. This list can be replenished with new problem situations.

Important! This list covers only those failures that the consumer is able to independently eliminate. At the same time, the home master should have generally accessible skills for working with household electrical appliances.

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Common Steam Iron Irons

Very often situations arise in which equipment malfunctions come from various mechanical damages, in case of errors in the operation of the device and the wear of some parts. In this case, characteristic causes of malfunctions are observed:

• breaks the cord;
• clogging of the sprayer occurs;
• water flows from the filler opening of the steam generator;
• the temperature controller fails, resulting in overheating of the iron.

Important! It is impermissible to immerse the steam generator in water, it is also strictly forbidden to wrap the cord around a hot device, only when the device is turned off can water be poured into the tank compartment.

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If, in the event of a steam generator breakdown, you are able to correctly diagnose and find the cause of the device malfunction, do not rush to disassemble the device and repair it yourself, since your actions can be dangerous. In such a situation, in addition to knowledge of the device of the iron, experience in troubleshooting in electrical appliances, the presence of special tools is also necessary. To avoid unforeseen situations, it is best to entrust your household appliances to an experienced specialist who will quickly and efficiently repair the iron with a steam generator.