This has to be done in various situations. The fact is that there may be small children in the house who are frightened by strange noises, and the machine itself can be installed in the living room, disturbing the silence with its operation. The motives may be different, but the idea of how to turn off the sound on a washing machine haunts many SMA users. Let's figure out how this is done on the most common units.
Lg
First, read the instruction manual. If the technical ability to turn off the sound for your model exists, the manufacturer will definitely indicate this. The main thing is that everything is clear.
In most cases, on the main Lg models, the signal can be turned off using a special button installed on the panel and labeled “timer mode”. You will have to perform the following operations:
- start the washing machine;
- Do not select the washing mode, but press the “start programs” button;
- after that, immediately press “timer mode” and hold this key for at least three seconds;
- All that remains is to use “start program” again and check whether the signal has turned off. If this does not happen, then the operation is repeated again, but the shutdown key is held a little longer.
This option of muting the sound has one significant drawback - the mute does not occur forever, but only for the duration of a specific work process. During the next startup, you will have to do all the manipulations again to turn off the sound signal.But in some models the set shutdown mode is saved automatically.
By the way, using the keys you can also turn off the sound in this way:
- press “power” to turn on the washing machine;
- after this, you should press and hold two keys at once for three to five seconds - “timer mode” and “no folds”.
There is another way to turn off the sound, but it is better to use it when the warranty period for your washing machine has expired. It is possible to silence the unit by turning off its speaker. It is unsoldered or simply sealed with something to simply muffle the sound made by the machine. For this:
- the machine is de-energized, all hoses are turned off;
- the unit turns its back panel towards itself;
- the top cover is removed;
- the tray for washing powders is pulled out;
- unscrew the screws located on opposite sides of the tray, after which you need to remove a pair of screws from the upper left corner;
- Carefully remove the control panel. Acts carefully so as not to break the fastening latches;
- turning it over, we release the board fastenings;
- Having taken out the board, turn it “face” up.
The speaker we need is located near the toggle switch, but sometimes another place is determined for it. Having found it, carefully unsolder the contacts and reassemble the machine in reverse order.
It is recommended to work carefully so as not to damage the wiring of the electronics connections and the main components of the washing machine. If you are afraid to unsolder the speaker, then simply fill the sound source with epoxy resin. This substance is so dense that its layer will prevent the passage of loud sounds that interfere with the rest of you and your children.
Bosch
The accompanying instructions for a washing machine from this company may not indicate how to turn off the sound, so as not to disassemble the body of the device. However, such a method exists, and we will consider it using the Bosch Maxx 5 WLX 20460 OE washing machine as an example. The algorithm of actions will be as follows:
- the selector rotates to the right a whole division;
- the lower button on the right is pressed and the selector moves one more notch;
- while remaining on this division, press the middle button on the right to bring the sound level to “0”;
- turn the selector to the right another whole division;
- being in this position, use the middle button on the right to change the wash completion sound;
- return the programmer wheel to the “off” position, allowing the washing machine to remember the entered parameters.
If the buttons do not respond to all presses, return the wheel to its original position and repeat all the steps to turn off the sound from the very beginning.
Samsung
This function on a Samsung washing machine can be selected in any operating program. The sound will be turned off for each of them in any case.
If the mute function is activated, the indicator light on the button will light up. If the mode is cancelled, a beep will sound and the light will go out.
Combating extraneous sounds that arise for various reasons
If the new machine operates normally, then the noise from it is practically inaudible, and its intensity can be minimized by following the rules for installing the unit. But if increased and atypical sounds appear, then, most likely, some component has broken down, and repairs need to be made.
The main noises can come from the rotating drum and electric motor.They increase evenly and monotonously and then decrease again. This hum is produced by water and things in contact with the drum.
The manufacturer indicates the acceptable information for such sounds in the accompanying instructions, and they may be different for each model. In most cases, it is possible to program the spin mode at lower speeds. This measure will protect things from damage, but will leave a larger amount of water, reducing the sound of the operating machine.
An increase in noise during operation of the machine may be due to wear and tear on the shock absorbing elements, which will simply have to be replaced.
In addition, smooth running may be impaired due to wear on the drum shaft or bearings. In this case, the noise produced by the machine is uneven and pulsating. If appropriate repair measures are not taken, damage may occur that is simply impractical to repair.
Conclusion
As you can see, in modern models of washing machines the manufacturer has provided everything to make their operation as comfortable as possible.
