Knocks out the machine when the washing machine is turned on

Most likely, there will be no such person who would not know about traffic jams. But these are not the traffic jams that are found on the roads, we are talking about traffic jams in the electrical panel. And problems with them can pretty much spoil life, because what kind of coziness, tranquility and comfort in an apartment or a private house can we talk about, if for the flow of electricity and the presence of light it is necessary to constantly run to the switch? For example, there is a situation when the machine knocks out when the washing machine is turned on - what does this mean? You can find out the reasons for this phenomenon and how to deal with it in this article.

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What to do when the washing machine knocks corks?

Your washing machine was just working as usual, the drum was twisting the laundry gently - and for no reason there was silence, all the indicators went out, the unit froze, and all electronic appliances stopped working throughout the apartment. What happened? Most likely - jammed traffic jams.

And if you still managed to get to the Internet, most likely you managed to turn on the light. Suspicions for all this confusion fell, naturally, on the washing machine, as the most gluttonous energy consumer. However, your device may not have anything to do with it, if there are such factors.

New and newly installed washing machine

Just in this case, most likely, the problem is precisely in the wiring or in improperly selected power protection devices. For example, if RCDs are installed or your machines are of insufficient electric capacity.

Important! You can make sure that this problem is precisely in the wiring itself, by plugging in any other electrical device that will have a similar power of 2-2.5 kV to the same outlet - an iron or kettle will do.

Corks knocked out again? - Time to sound the alarm, and after - run to the electrician! If you yourself understand the features of working with power grids, use our tips to find wiring in the wall and identify outdated.

During the operation of the washing machine, many other electrical appliances were simultaneously turned on.

It’s such a classic day off: on the stove - dinner is cooking, the washing machine - is washing, Saturday cake is baked in the oven, and besides, you also decided to vacuum it.

Perhaps your power grid simply could not withstand such an enormous load. Especially when the machine entered a particularly active phase - spin or heat. As a result, the machine is knocked out when the washing machine is turned on, silence is now in the apartment.

Important! For greater safety of households and home, in this case, again, it is better to turn to an electrician for help. Especially if your network has withstood such a load before.

It is possible that the problem lies in the improper installation of the washing machine, which provokes excessive load on the power supply network. Then you need to find the reason. The detailed instructions will help you. rules for connecting the washing machine to electricity.

The plug or cord of the washing machine is short

If damage is visible to the naked eye - the cord with the plug must be replaced. It is better to entrust this procedure to a specialist.

You can check the integrity of the power cord with a multimeter. To do this, you must:

• dismantle the bottom panel of your washing machine;
• unscrew the fixing bolts;
• then simply remove the network cable;
• then ring the conductors of the wire to determine the breakdown location.

Important! Perhaps the wire is completely intact, but the terminals are burnt, in this case they need to be replaced.

There is another option - the mismatch of the outlet. It’s easy to make sure if you review our review of suitable bathroom outlets.

In all other cases, unfortunately, it is most likely that your washing machine has a malfunction. You must immediately disconnect the washing machine from the power supply and call a specialist.

Important! It is highly not recommended that you turn on an already knocked out machine if the unit has not been disconnected from the outlet. This can be extremely dangerous - both for the entire power grid, and for those who live in your apartment.

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Problems in electrical communications - what do we do for this?

The machine creates a fairly large load on the power grid during startup and operation. Therefore, in order to connect it, it is necessary to use a separate network, which will be protected by RCDs and difavtomatami. The electrical wiring of such a network also has special requirements. You should definitely use a VVG cable 3x2.5.

Important! With all this, it will not matter which machine will need to be connected - one that has a drying function, or one that does not have one.

In fact, the washing machine is connected in various ways:

• into a common outlet with other kitchen appliances;
• using an extension cord;
• even happens - with the help of an adapter.

This - of course leads to overheating, and of course - to damage to the electrical wiring, power supply wire, the socket housing can begin to melt, after which the protection system is triggered and the network is de-energized.

Important! In most cases, it is easy to find a problem with electrical communications:

1. the darkened wiring is visible;
2. flashing outlets;
3. smells of burnt plastic and insulation.

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How to fix?

So that the problem does not recur again, and you did not think about what the RCD knocks out when the washing machine is turned on:

• Lay a separate network that will power your washing machine according to certain schemes that electricians should have. Perhaps during this work it will also be convenient for you to replace with a newer modelelectricity meter.
• Use power outlets that are protected against moisture.
• Use devices that will purposefully protect the network.

Important! Under no circumstances should you try to connect the washing machine using an extension cord, adapter or other similar devices. Exceptionally dedicated outlet and exceptionally direct connection with a power cord.

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Problems with button contacts and surge protector

In addition to the above reasons that the machine knocks out when the washing machine is turned on, there are others. Here are some of them.

Reason 1

If, having already tested the power cord, you have finally made sure that it is working, it means that the problem may lie in the power strip.

Important! This device, which is called a surge protector, is the very part to which the power cord is connected.

In some cases, manufacturers of automatic washing machines combine a power cord with a barrel of a surge protector. That is why two elements have to be changed at once.

Important! A filter is a non-repairable part. That is why, if you, having tested it with a multimeter and visually inspected, find a malfunction, you should be prepared to replace this element.

Reason 2

In some cases, the washing machine knocks the machine for the reason that the connection of the wire contacts with the line filter is weak. From this, respectively, burn contacts - both the wire itself and the filter.

Important! In this case, do not try to clean the contacts - they must be replaced and replaced. quality surge protectors. If this is not done, new outages can occur, as well as overloads in the power grid.

Reason 3

The RCD may be knocked out due to a malfunctioning button on the control panel or due to a malfunction of all buttons. Why is this happening?

The main problem is that the contacts of the buttons themselves still wear out over time. If you press a faulty button, the contact breaks, resulting in an overload.

What should be done in this case?

1. Disassemble the washing machine by removing the control unit itself.
2. Use the multimeter to ring the contacts of the on / off button of the washing machine.
3. Call the contacts of all the other buttons with a multimeter, and also do not forget about the wires that go to them.

Important! Most often, the machine or plugs are knocked out due to a malfunction of the on / off button. Therefore, in order not to shovel the whole control panel in vain, start with this button itself.

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Problems in the control unit, wires and terminals

If the button malfunctions were not detected, then - proceed to painstaking work, during which you will have to check all the contacts, wires, terminals and sensors. Since you have already disassembled the control unit, start with it. Alternately, ring all the wiring, starting with the most suspicious elements that have traces of soot, scuffs and the like.

Important! The control unit is a rather complicated device. Therefore, even if you understand electrical matters and can be controlled with a multimeter at an elementary level, it is better to give it for testing to the hands of specialists. It is quite likely that you will miss an important malfunction.

If you decide to do all the work yourself, follow the recommendations from our special article on this topic - "The control module of the washing machine".

Also, the problem may lie and not in the control unit. With a multimeter, you need to ring the contacts and wires that go to the engine, the heater, the drain pump and other units, as well as their sensors.

Important! During the inspection, it is necessary to change absolutely all burnt elements, even when they are working. After all, you don’t want to disassemble your washing machine again due to a single wiring?

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Now you know about all the probable reasons why the machine knocks out when you turn on the washing machine. We hope you just used the wrong quality of carrying, and you did not have to figure it out with the help of qualified craftsmen in the control unit for washing clothes quickly and conveniently again.