Bearing replacement in the washing machine

Today such a household appliance as a washing machine can be found in almost every apartment. If your styralka starts to produce excessively loud sounds during operation, you hear a constant tapping of the drum, then most likely there are problems with the bearing. In this article, we will tell you how to replace the bearing in a washing machine, because this procedure can be fully implemented independently.

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Where to start?

Before starting to disassemble and repair the washing machine, it is necessary to take care of the preparation of all necessary tools and accessories. To replace the bearing of a washing machine, you will need the following tools:

• pliers;
• hammer;
• cross and flat screwdrivers;
• set of locating keys;
• silicone-based sealant;
• bearing grease or lithol;
• iron rod.

It is also necessary to purchase an oil seal and a pair of bearings in a household appliance store or spare parts for washing machines.

Important! If possible, try to buy original spare parts for the stylalk of your model, because the manufacturer guarantees the longest period of their operation.

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Disassembly of the washing machine

To replace the drum bearing of the washing machine, it is necessary to carry out an almost complete disassembly of the washing machine. This procedure is carried out according to the following algorithm of actions.

Removing the top cover

The disassembly of the washing machine should be started by removing its top cover. To safely remove this part, do the following:

1. On the back of the equipment, unscrew the two fixing screws.
2. After removing the fasteners, slide the cover back and lift.
3. Remove the removed part slightly to the side.

Removing the top and bottom panels of the

Now it's time to dismantle the top instrument panel of your stylalki. To safely disconnect it, follow the following procedure:

1. Remove the tray for the washing gel and powder - extend the structure, remove it by pressing the special plastic button.
2. Put the powder tray aside.
3. Use a screwdriver to unscrew the screws that attach the dashboard to the washing machine.

Important! Depending on the model features of the stylalk, fasteners can be a different amount. However, one of them is necessarily on the right side, and part is on the place of the powder receptacle that you extracted.

1. Carefully remove the panel so that the wires connecting the control board can be seen.
2. Remove all the chips from the wires from the sockets.
3. Put the top dashboard aside.

Important! Mark the chips with wires and their nests with a marker or in another way so that when assembling the unit, do not enter into the order of their connection.

The bottom panel is removed by pressing a flat screwdriver onto the fastening latches. Thus, you can easily remove the part and be able to place it next to other components.

Removing the cuff

To remove the front panel of the washing machine and gain access to its drum, it is necessary to dismantle the cuff, which is represented by an elastic band. This part connects the tank and the front panel of the device.

The cuff mount provides a clamp that must be carefully removed. To do this, follow the following recommendations:

1. Draw the location of the small spring around the perimeter of the rubber insert with your hand.
2. Use a flathead screwdriver to pry the part, remove it with the yoke.
3. Remove and thread the front of the cuff inside the tank.

Removing the front panel of the

Now you only have access to the tank of the washing machine from its front panel, which is disconnected as follows:

1. Close the hatch of the spinach.
2. Unscrew the screws that secure the panel and are in the lower and upper parts.
3. Carefully remove the panel from the special fastening hook.
4. Disconnect the wire that connects the part to the lock of the loading hatch.
5. Place the front panel of the washing machine next to the other parts that have been removed.

Disconnecting the

tank Now you see the tank of the washing machine, but to get access to it, you still have to remove the top panel of the device with the powder bin box. To do this, follow these tips:

1. Unscrew the bolts that hold the filler flap, which are located behind the washing machine.
2. Remove all screws that hold the top panel.
3. Disconnect the wires and nipples that do not allow the part to be removed freely.
4. Put the top panel aside.
5. To remove the tank, you also need to disconnect the drainage pipe. To do this, unscrew the clamp first.

Important! In this part there may be a certain amount of water left that has not been drained by the system at the end of the last wash, so prepare the rag in advance to remove a small puddle.

1. Disconnect all wires for securing the heating element - heating element, which can be located both in the front and rear of the washing machine. If necessary, unscrew the back cover.
2. To keep the tank light and easy to move, remove the upper and lower counterweights.
3. The final step is to detach the shock absorber, fixing bolts which are unscrewed with a wrench.
4. Now it is possible to accurately extract the tank of the washing machine from the remaining elements of its body.

Important! Without counterbalances, the washing tub is light enough, so with one hand, lift it up while you unhook the mounting springs.

Disassembling the tank

To change the bearing in the washing machine, it is necessary to divide the tank into two parts by pulling out the drum.

Important! The fixing of the tank parts, depending on the model features of household appliances, is performed with the help of latches or bolts, which are located along the perimeter of the structure.

Disconnect the front of the tank and clean it of accumulated debris.

To separate the drum from the rear plane of the washing machine tank, remove the pulley. The procedure is as follows:

1. Use a wrench to unscrew the bolt that connects the pulley to the drum axis.
2. Remove the pulley and set it aside.
3. Screw the bolt all the way back into the shaft.
4. With a small intensity, tap the hammer on the shaft, disconnecting it from the drum.

Important! If the shaft does not lend itself, then unscrew the standard bolt and replace with the other one, which will not be misplaced if it is deformed. After this, you can increase the tapping force.

1. Dump the shaft to the bolt hat.
2. Unscrew the bolt and pull the drum out of the washing machine tank.

Important! Check that the shaft and bushing have not worn out. If their operation is clearly visible, then, apart from the bearing, it will be necessary to replace the crosspiece. This procedure significantly affects the cost of repairs, but it provides the equipment with a long and trouble-free operation.

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Replacing the Drum Bearing of the Washing Machine

Before replacing the bearing in the washing machine located in the rear of the drum, the gland must be removed. To do this, pierce the part with a flat screwdriver and carefully remove it.

Important! The Omentum is a very important component of the washing machine, which protects the bearings and the entire assembly from moisture, prevents rapid wear due to corrosive failure.

It's time to knock out both bearings, for which you need to do the following:

1. Attach a metal rod with a thick pencil to the bearing.
2. Use a sharp hammer to strike on its surface.
3. Cross the cross, move the rod along the bearing area and continue tapping with the hammer.
4. This removes both parts.

Important! A large bearing should be knocked out from the outside, and a small one - from inside the tank. Since the tank is usually fragile enough, the procedure is best carried out by leaning it on the knee.

1. After removing the used bearings, clean the rear cover and the new seats to be fitted. Try to remove all dirt and bring the surface of the tank to shine.
2. Remove the new bearings from the package and insert the smaller part by gently hammering it with a hammer. The complete set should become to the very stop, after which the sound of a knock will acquire a great ringing.
3. Perform similar operations with a large bearing installed on the other side of the tank.
4. Filling the oil seal specially designed for washing machines with a water-resistant grease or "Litol-24" install it in place.
5. Now you can assemble the Stirka by repeating all the steps in reverse order.

In this article, we told you how to replace the bearing in a washing machine with your own hands. We hope that henceforth you will not have to deal with this issue with specialists, and the washing machine will last for many years.