Why does not the washing machine heat the water?

For qualitative washing, it is important not only chemistry, but also the appropriate temperature, because it is almost impossible to wash serious pollution in cold water. Therefore, if the washing machine does not heat the water, then you can forget about the quality washing. What can be the reasons for this phenomenon and how to fix the problem, you will learn from this article.

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How to understand that water is not heated?

Poor heating of water in the stylalk is noticeable almost immediately. This can be determined by leaning your hand against the glass of the closed door.

Important! Lean your hand against the door carefully, as if the water is heated to very high temperatures, you can get a burn.

If the water does not become warmer after 20-30 minutes after the beginning of the washing process, then this is the first signal that the washing machine( LG, Samsung, Indesit, Ardo, Ariston, Candy, Bosch, Zanussi, etc.) does not heat water.

Different models of washing machines behave differently during the occurrence of problems with heating the water:

1. Modern models of the units stop the washing process at a time when the program should start heating the water and display an error signal.
2. Models simpler or older units can go through the entire cycle of washing in cold water, as if nothing had happened.

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Why does not the water wash the washing machine?

If the washing machine does not heat the water, the problem is usually somewhere in the vicinity of the spiral. Usually it can be either a scum, or an activated fuse, or a faulty thermostat. But the error can also lie in the problem area of ​​the programmer, although the probability of this is much lower.

Therefore, first of all, pay attention to the error codes, without which today there is not a single modern machine.

Important! If the washing machine LG does not heat the water, it will also send a message to the phone, thanks to the Smart Diagnistic function.

But if you have not been prompted by the troubleshooting guide, then investigate the situation and fix the problem yourself. Consider several reasons why water does not heat up in the washing machine.

Reason # 1.Incorrect connection

If you have saved on the quality of the connection of the washing machine, then there will be a problem of unauthorized water disposal to the sewerage system. With such a malfunction, the water in the tank simply does not have time to heat up to the required temperature, as it constantly drains warm water and automatically tops up the cold, fresh portion.

The solution to the problem: dismantle and reassemble all the nodes of the connection, following the rules of the instruction as clearly as possible.

Reason number 2.Incorrect choice of the program of washing

Because of the banal inattention, you can choose the wrong washing mode and so the washing machine does not heat the water. Many modes, for example, for delicate, thin fabrics or woolen products, are designed for washing at a low temperature( about 30 ° C).Perhaps you chose this program for washing.

In addition, in some models, the choice of the washing program and the water temperature is carried out by various knobs and switches. For example, you set the temperature selection knob to 95 C, and the program selector was set to a mode that provides a temperature of only 60 C. Therefore, the selected program takes precedence over the selected temperature mode and it is simply ignored. In this case, read the instructions again and select the correct mode and temperature correctly.

Important! The instruction for the washing machine contains a table of the temperature range and modes for a given material and article.

Reason # 3.Faulty electric heater

Another reason that the washing machine does not heat water - the main operating element in the case - TEN - has failed. The cause of its failure can be:

• Voltage jumps.
• Short circuit.
• Scale deposits due to hard water and substandard powder.
• Factory marriage.
• Age of the heater( low-quality electric heaters serve an average of 3-5 years).

In order to check the serviceability of the heater, use the tester in the continuity mode. If the cause of the failure in the tubular electric heater, then the replacement of the heater is simply necessary. The replacement process is pretty simple. For the whole operation you need:

1. Remove the back cover of the case.
2. Loosen the fixing parts.
3. Get the heating element.
4. Install new.

Important! In the process of extraction and replacement, be careful, as too sharp extraction and incorrect installation will damage the plastic tank.

When buying a new heating element, be careful, as an inappropriate part may not become old, interfere with the normal operation of the unit, or even break down appliances. We recommend that you take a picture of the heater before buying it, as many sellers or repair shops can pick up the element in one outward appearance.

Important! To prolong the life of the heater and to soften the water, use high-quality powders that positively influence both metal and water, or special additives-softeners.

Reason # 4.Malfunction of the temperature sensor( thermostat)

Depending on the model of the unit, the thermostat can be located either in the heating element itself or on the tank surface. It is he who watches the water temperature and sends a signal to the "brain" of the washing machine for its heating.

Very often the sensors fail because of the scale. To solve the problem with the thermostat - it is necessary to replace it.

Important! Almost all models of washing machines are equipped with forced heating by means of a button on the front side. If the heating occurs while pressing the button, and there is no heating in the automatic mode, the thermostat is defective.

Reason number 5.Faulty electronic module or programmer

As a result of voltage drops, the stabilizer in the control module may fail.

What can happen to it?

Anything: starting with bad contacts( micro cracks on the tracks) on the board, and ending with a malfunction of the device. As a result of a breakdown, the main brain center of the device starts sending incorrect commands, which breaks the whole work of the washing machine.

In this case, a "flashing" or a complete replacement of the control board is necessary.

Reason number 6.Malfunction of the

water level sensor Very often, some water bottle sensors block the water level sensor tube. It is hammered by hairs, pile from clothes or other small details. All this has a negative effect on the relationship of the level switch to the control module, and leads to the fact that the water is dialed into the styralke to the desired level, but does not heat up because there is no corresponding command. To rectify the problem, purge and flush the tube or replace the sensor.

Reason number 7.If the above reasons are not the main problem of why the washing machine does not heat the water, it is possible that the TEN circuit breaks off. In order to check the condition of the circuit, it is necessary to check the integrity of the wires adjacent to the heating element. In some models, the wires are located close to the body of the machine, which can lead to premature erasure of the wire insulation during frequent use. If you notice this fault, it is necessary to solder the broken wires or replace them with new ones.

Reason number 8.Scale or increased water hardness

The reason for the formation of scale on the heating element is the excessive amount of calcium and magnesium salts dissolved in water( the more salts, the greater the hardness of water), and also the water containing the smallest dirt( rust and the like).

Scale significantly degrades the thermal conductivity of the metal, and as a result - affects the heating of water. When heated, the salts contained in the water decompose into carbon dioxide and an insoluble precipitate. It is deposited on the walls of the TEN and the washing machine tank. Dirt, in turn, wears out the moving elements of the intake valve and leads to its malfunction.

The higher the water temperature during washing, the faster the scaling is formed. Therefore, to avoid such problems, wash clothes at a temperature not higher than 60 C, and use special means to soften water and remove scale.

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Useful advices

With the washing machine heating the water for a very long time, many owners of the equipment collide, and the most common reason for this behavior of the washing machine is the scum layer on the TEN.

You can cope with the problem yourself as follows:

1. Place 2-3 tablespoons of citric acid in the detergent drawer.
2. Set the highest temperature( 95 C) and the longest wash mode. Do not put lingerie in the drum.
3. After the cycle is over, run the washing machine for an additional rinse.
4. Rinse the powder tray to get rid of citric acid residues.

We hope that thanks to the information obtained from our article, you determined the reason why your washing machine does not heat water, and successfully eliminated it. If you did not manage to repair the equipment yourself, then contact the specialists who will help to correct your problem right in the apartment, and on the same day your technician will be back in service.