Why washing the washing machine was the smell of burnt?

If you have loaded laundry in a washing machine, have chosen the necessary program and quietly retired, and when washing the washing machine there was a burnt smell, then stop the process immediately, disconnect the device fromnetwork and find out the cause of the burning.

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What if the smell of burning from the washing machine comes from?

First of all, turn off and disconnect the machine so that the ignition does not start. If the machine has its own automatic device( RCD), then turn it off. Otherwise - turn off all electricity in the house, and then - pull out the plug from the outlet. Inspect the power outlet carefully. If you find that it has burned and melted, then contact an electrician. If it's all right, then you can turn on the light.

Once the machine is de-energized, and you yourself and the house are safe, then determine why the smell of burning appeared in the washing machine. Perhaps, it's not a breakdown:

1. A new washing machine can smell as burnt. When heated, the smell of plastic and other new parts may emanate. As a rule, the smell is not strong.
2. An old machine smells of burnt, if you were washing with soap shavings. Soap shavings and substandard powders can adhere to the heater, and during subsequent washings, burn. If you stick a little money, the smell will pass by itself. To do this: run the washing machine without laundry 1-2 times at maximum temperature.

Important! If all runs at high temperatures have not helped and burnt yet smell, then you need to call the master.

We do not recommend ourselves to use household appliances, although you can unscrew the back cover of the washing machine, see where the smoke comes from and determine by the source of the smell where the fault is. Please note, if you do not have any skills to carry out such work, it is not safe for your health.

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Smell burning in the washing machine

If the smell of burning in the washing machine clearly exudes plastic parts, and the unit is new, you probably will not need any additional action. Try to wait for several washing processes, if the smell does not disappear, most likely the case in the factory marriage. In this case, we recommend that you contact the service center immediately.

If the machine is used for a long time, and start to smell suddenly, then sort out the appearance of burning, since the reasons for the appearance of such a problem can be several: this is the output of one of the elements and a bad contact in the electrical circuit.

Let's consider the main causes of the smell of burning from a washing machine.

Failure of the electronic control module

A short circuit or a malfunction of the connections and contacts may result in a fire in the control module of the device. The ignition of the contacts of the electronic module is often accompanied by malfunctions in the operation of the unit. The control module, as a rule, is not subject to repair, but needs to be replaced.

Door lock malfunction

The source of the smell of burning from the washing machine can be, so-called, "pill" - the element of the door lock. In modern models a manhole lock is used, working on thermocouples. To breakdown "tablets" lead frequent jumps of voltage in the network. To get rid of the problem, replace the door lock. This can be done in the following way:

1. Remove the wire fastening clamp from the device loading hatch.
2. Remove the rubber cuff.
3. Remove the 2 screws.
4. Remove the lock.

Important! If during the voltage test, the contacts show the results of 220 V, then - the cause of burning in the malfunction of the "tablet".

1. Instead of a faulty lock, install a new one in the reverse order.

Important! To avoid a recurrence of the situation, connect the washing machine through a quality voltage regulator.

Power supply failure

If the reason that when washing the washing machine was the smell of burnt, is a failed power supply, then it is necessary to diagnose, blink the elements of all electrical components. To do this, you need a wizard, so call it.

Breakage of the heating element

The water heater can make an unpleasant smell if the fibers, feathers, hair or heating element have wound on it, by mistake, turned on at the moment when there was no water in the tank. Contact heater can also be oxidized due to high humidity and operation and cause odor.

The fault can be rectified by cleaning and soldering the burnt contacts. To clean the heater from the objects it is enough to drive the washing machine without laundry at the maximum temperature with a cleanser( you can use citric acid).

Important! If after washing the machine the smell of burning is still felt, then the device must be disassembled, and the heater should be cleaned mechanically or replaced.

Replace the heater as follows:

1. Disconnect the rear wall of the machine housing and possibly the control panel.
2. Disconnect the wires leading to the heating element.
3. On the tightening bolt, loosen the nut and push the bolt in one push.
4. Remove the old heater.
5. Install the new one in the reverse order.

Pump failure

Sometimes the pump can work continuously even after it has drained all the water, and at the same time, overheat and fail. As a result of such a breakdown, you can feel that when washing the washing machine was the smell of burnt, which comes from plastic.

The failure of the pump may indicate:

• Presence of water in the tank after washing.
• Presence of extraneous sound during draining of water.

To replace a faulty pump:

1. Open the front panel of the unit.
2. Remove the filter. The propeller pump is located directly under the filter.
3. Remove the wires from the pump, drain the hose from the cochlea and loosen the clamps.
4. Remove the tank connection.
5. Unfasten the fixing screw securing the snail to the machine.
6. Remove the snail.

Important! If the snail is fastened to the pump with screws, then unscrew them. If snaps - bend them with a thin knife or screwdriver.

1. Rotate the pump from the snail by rotating movements.
2. Install the new pump in the reverse order, after cleaning the pump location.

Important! When disassembling, remember the correct position of the pump, in order to quickly and easily install a new part .

Belt damage

Due to prolonged use, changing the pulley position and deformation of the bearing can lead to a change in belt tension. Then it starts to stick or fray. During the spin, the damaged belt emits a peculiar smell that resembles burnt tires. Another sign of belt failure is the appearance of black-gray smoke.

To correct the situation and to prevent the smell of burning from the washing machine from appearing more, one way is to replace the bearings and the drive belt:

1. Remove the rear wall of the machine.
2. Remove the old strap.

Important! Rewrite the marking applied to the drive belt and, using these indicators, select a new one.

1. Check the motor pulley for the remnants of the old belt.
2. Place the new belt on the pulley of the engine, and then throw it onto the pulley of the drum.

Important! Often the belt is loosely worn only by a third, and then it must be fixed - with ties or hands. If you use screeds, then the pulley of the drum should be gradually scrolled and cut off the ropes.

1. Once the belt is worn, align it so that it is centered, rather than sliding to the back wall or tank of the washing machine.
2. Bearing replacement is difficult to perform independently. For such a procedure, certain experience and special tools are needed.

Water leakage

Often, when the integrity of the filling hose is violated, water enters the interior of the washing machine, damages the motor or wiring, causing a short circuit. A characteristic feature of this situation is the appearance of not only the smell of burning from the washing machine, but also the smoke. First of all - eliminate the leak, then carry out the diagnosis of the motor. If it is blown, then repair or replacement is necessary.

Water leakage may also occur due to an incorrect hose position relative to the connection or due to loosening of the threaded connection, as well as damaging the rubber or plastic hose portion.

If the connection is loose, replace the rubber gasket in the nut and tighten it properly. If the hose itself is damaged, replace it.

Important! If you have determined the cause of burning in a washing machine, but you can not solve it yourself, then contact the master.

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Smell when the water is draining the washer

Let's consider another frequently encountered problem of the appearance of odor in the washing machine after draining the water.

If the washing machine drains the water and emits the smell of hydrogen sulfide( sewage), most likely the machine is not properly connected to the sewer, and as a result, water stagnation and an unpleasant smell form. To correct the problem, call the wizard.

The second reason for the appearance of an unpleasant odor can be a contaminated filter, because all the dirt from the washings accumulates there. During the discharge of water, all these "ambreys" come out. Clean the drainage filter once every six months. Use for this purpose special chemicals or folk - citric acid.

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Preventive measures:

1. Ventilate the washing machine well after washing. Leave the door ajar for at least a couple of hours.
2. Do not put dirty laundry in the washing machine. Use special baskets for this purpose.
3. After washing, wipe the rubber cuff, as in its folds there is always water and sometimes small debris.
4. Use a high-quality detergent when washing and apply the correct dosage.
5. Make sure that there is no water left in the sewing machine, which will start to "go out" during idle time, especially if the device is tightly closed.
6. Keep the drain hose clean. On its walls can accumulate debris and powder residues, which can rot and exude an unpleasant smell. Said hose can be cleaned by running the machine without laundry at maximum temperature. If the hose is still the cause of the stench, replace it with a new one.
7. Clean the heater from descaling.
8. Timely eliminate the problems with the housekeeping communications.

Take care of household appliances carefully, use it correctly, listen to the advice and recommendations of the manufacturer, and then it will for a long time please you with the excellent work and the flavors of freshly washed linen. Let no extraneous smells coming from the car, do not upset you.