How do I remove the drum on a washing machine?

No matter how much we want, but any washing machine can not work forever. Quite often, extending the life of your assistant at home can replace parts or simply eliminate minor problems. Sometimes this can not be done without analyzing the "heart" of such a technique - the drum. Often resort to this method is necessary in case of need to replace the bearing, gland or flanges. In some models, due to lack of access to the tank from the back cover, even to remove foreign objects, such as a bone from the bra, you also need to go this way. Of course, it is better in this case to turn to specialists. But if you do not want to spend money for the services voiced by the masters or for some other reason can not use their help, then, having studied the detailed recommendations from this article, you will understand how to remove the drum on the washing machine and do it as efficiently as possible.

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Before starting the

Before proceeding with the repair of the drum of the washing machine:

1. Disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
2. Drain and pull out the drain hose.
3. Close the water supply hose and disconnect it.
4. Transfer the washing machine to the center of the room. You will need a lot of space, so you can turn equipment around and over.

Prepare the tools that you may need:

• set of cross and flat screwdrivers;
• set of stars and hexahedrons;
• ratchet and several end heads;
• screwdriver extension;
• screwdriver;
• pliers or pliers;
• hammer;
• wooden bars;
• Bulgarian;
• drill;
• hacksaw for metal, if the tank is not foldable.

Important! Some models are easy to disassemble, and with some - you will have to sweat fairly. You do not need all these tools, but it's better to prepare them in advance, so as not to stop in the middle of the process because of the missing item.

If you are going to replace an element, then it also needs to be prepared.

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We disassemble the machine with the front load

The device of the technique differs from the loading mode: front or horizontally. Naturally, the approach to repair here is different. Let's first figure out how to remove the drum on a front-loading washing machine - this type is found in our apartments much more often.

First remove the top cover of the washing machine. To do this, unscrew the two screws from the rear. Pull the cover toward you and remove.

Now remove the front of the washing machine. To do this:

1. Remove the powder tray.
2. Then comes the turn of the panel with the buttons. Unscrew the bolts that secure it. Note that some fasteners may be in the hole of the powder receptacle.
3. Disconnect the control panel terminals.
4. Remove the panel completely from the control buttons.

Important! During the parsing and repair of the washing machine drum you will have to disconnect quite a few terminals and elements. We advise you to take photos at each stage, so that later you do not have problems with the collection of equipment.

1. Remove the lower false panel, which, as a rule, covers the water outflow filter.
2. Now unscrew the screws directly on the front wall.
3. Now the panel is held only by the cuff - you need to remove it. The hatch rubber is fixed by means of a metal clip, at the connection point of which, as a rule, there is a spring, more rarely - a bolt with a nut. Pull the cuff edge slightly and look for the spring. Then poke it with a slotted screwdriver and remove it. The edges of the hatch rubber band wrap in the middle of the drum.
4. You can remove the front panel together with the hatch. Raise it slightly upwards and pull it toward you.

Important! The hatch lock, which is located directly on the front wall, is connected by wires to the inside of the machine. You can unplug them by pushing your hand between the body and the panel, or at all to remove the lock by unscrewing the bolts.

1. Unscrew the remainder of the front top panel. To ensure that nothing hinders you, it is better to remove this part of the wall together with the powder collector and the water supply valve.

Now you have free access to the tank. It remains to disconnect all the elements that hold it inside the case:

1. Look carefully and disconnect the remaining wires.
2. Disconnect the pressure switch.
3. Next, unfasten the pipes that still hold the tank.
4. Remove two counterweights from the tank.
5. Remove the shock absorbers and bolts.

Now remove the tank from the springs and place it on the floor.

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We disassemble the machine with vertical loading

Now we will consider how to remove the drum on a washing machine with vertical loading. In machines of this type, the drum is attached to the flanges, and often they are the "sick" place of these models.

What to do:

1. Unscrew the screws on the side cover.
2. Pull the side panel to the side, and then remove.
3. You will see a pulley, a plastic tank lid, behind which there is a drum.
4. Disconnect the wires that go to the tank.
5. Remove the cargo securing.
6. Unscrew all screws on the circle of the tank cover and remove it.
7. If you can not remove the tank cap, then most likely it was still soldered in some places. In this case, you can tear it in such places with pliers or cut it off with a bulgarian.

Important! You can not worry if you slightly damage the lid of the tank or crash a bit deeper than necessary, as the sealing of this part takes place at the inner edge and in the middle there is an elastic band-seal. In the future, such minor damage will not affect the operation of the equipment.

1. Remove the second part of the side panel.
2. Remove the screw holding the shaft from this side.
3. Close the doors of the loading hatch.
4. Gently pull out the tank.

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How to disassemble the tank?

Before dismantling the drum of the washing machine, you need to release it from the tank. There are tanks collapsible and non-separable - so-called, disposable. From what exactly you got, the further actions depend:

1. If you have a collapsible tank, then it's very easy to cope with it. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, simply separate the brackets that hold the two halves together.
2. But if the tank is solid, then you have to tinker. In principle, the concept of "one-off" implies that after repair it will not be reused. But our craftsmen have learned to solve this problem.

Important! Many services refuse to deal with non-separable structures, since issuing a warranty for repair in this case is only possible when replacing the tank with a new one.

To get the drum from a disposable tank, you need to saw it. To do this:

1. Determine where the welding seam is.
2. Then, using a drill with a diameter of 3-4 mm, make shallow holes in the weld seam. The distance between the depressions is 4-5 cm.
3. Now take the hacksaw and carefully cut the tank at the intended points.
4. Remove the front half.
5. In this case, the second part is still kept on the drum due to a special wheel. Unscrew it with a screwdriver.

Important! Assembly of such a tank is carried out in the reverse order. The two parts are connected together by screws and the seam is sealed.

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Twist the pulley and take out the drum

Often the tank is disassembled not only for the removal of foreign objects, but also for repairing the drum of the washing machine - replacing parts, for example, bearings or crossings. To get to the interior of the drum, you need to remove the pulley and take out the shaft.

The pulley is attached to the drum shaft by a nut or bolt right in the middle. First you need to unscrew the bolt - this is a rather difficult task, since it is specially reinforced to avoid unwinding during washing. It is better for such work to take a wrench or a wrench. Twist the pulley counterclockwise. To avoid scrolling, it is better to put a wooden bar or handle from the hammer.

Important! If you still can not twist the bolt, you can heat it with a gas burner. The metal will expand and you will need less effort. But be very careful.

Now you can remove the pulley, gently rocking from side to side.

After removing the pulley, the shaft still remains in the drum. To get it:

1. Screw the bolt back onto the shaft - do this until it stops.
2. Now, holding the tank, tap on it.
3. When you notice that the shaft has come out of the seats, simply twist the bolt and take it out.

Important! If in order to knock out the shaft, there are not enough light forces, in order to avoid deformation of the "native" bolt with stronger impacts, we recommend setting the bolt for a time of another similar size.

1. Remove the second part of the tank and remove the drum.
2. Carefully inspect the condition of the shaft under the bearing.

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We take out the bearings and the gland

The seals and bearings are taken from the back cover of the tank.

It is very easy to remove the stuffing box. Take a screwdriver and podden it a bit. Or pull it out by capturing one edge of the pliers.

There are always two bearings in the tank. They are delivered in turn.

Important! In order not to return to the question "how to disassemble the drum of the washing machine" in the near future, the masters of the service centers recommend changing both bearings and the stuffing box at once.

To reach the bearing:

1. Take the hammer, the metal rod or the extension for the screwdriver.
2. Tapping on the twig, knock out the bearing.
3. The blows must be carried out in different places. At the same time, make sure that the bearing "goes" smoothly.

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Tips for caring for the washing machine

And at the end of the article there are a few tips that will help to prolong the work of your "domestic washerwoman" and will allow you not to think about how to remove the drum on the washing machine for a long time:

1. After washing it is obligatory for several hoursleave the hatch door and powder tray open. So you not only delay the repair, but also avoid the occurrence of mold.
2. Regularly clean the washing machine - both outside and inside.
3. Always remove all contents from the pockets of clothing before washing. Also, do not put things on which you can barely hold buttons or other small details.
4. Periodically remove the powder tray and wash it thoroughly.
5. If you leave for a long time, for example on vacation, drain all the water from the machine by unscrewing the drain filter.
6. Wash the floors under the washing machine. So you will ensure a better grip on the surface - the machine will not "jump" during spinning.
7. If you place different bath accessories or other items on the top cover, then it's better to cover the surface. Do not place on the washing machine various sharp, beating objects or corrosive substances.
8. Drain hoses and water kits should be replaced every 5 years, and regularly inspected for cracks and other damage.

We hope that your household helpers will be for a long time to you faith and truth. And if you still have an incident and you have to remove the drum on the washing machine, now you can easily cope with this task.