Cleaning the filter on the Atlant washing machine

This element is designed to protect the pump from foreign objects and debris that enter the tank along with things. To avoid blockages, filter points must be cleaned regularly, which many owners sometimes forget to do. Today we’ll look at how to clean the filter in the Atlant washing machine.

When is cleaning recommended?

In the case when the requirements for periodic cleaning of the filter were ignored, or the owner of the Atlant washing machine was not familiar with such subtleties, then certain signals will become a kind of call for this:

an unusual one will appear noise during washing process, reminiscent of chirping;
the drainage of liquid will slow down;
the programmed process will be interrupted without the possibility of its resumption;
things will remain wet, the spinning process will be ineffective;
an alarm sign will appear on the dashboard screen of the Atlant washing machine - an indicator lamp will indicate that it is necessary to check the filter;
Other changes in the functionality of the unit may occur that differ from normal operation.

You can do the cleaning yourself, but if you have never done such an operation, it is recommended to use the services of an experienced professional.

Where is the problem?

It can be difficult for a simple consumer to determine the location of the filter. Following the usual logic, the owner tries to find the required element in the immediate vicinity of the water supply system, or with good reason believes that drain point requires cleaning.

Let us immediately note that each of these decisions turns out to be correct. The design features of the Atlant washing machine involve cleaning the water during its intake and at the end of the washing process, and our model has a pair of filters - inlet and drain.

Some washing machines are equipped with devices for additional liquid purification, but they are installed not in the factory, but in service centers according to individual user orders.

Cleaning the water intake pump filter

Any preventative work on the Atlant washing machine involves certain actions. To begin with, the unit is disconnected from the power supply, then the flow of water into the device is cut off. These are the basic operating rules that protect against electric shock and flooding.

Pump filters of the Atlant washing machine are located in water intake hose and in the electronic valve connection. These designs are designed to retain mechanical impurities that can penetrate into the machine from the water supply network - sand, metal particles. Debris in the liquid, settling on the mesh, interferes with normal water intake.

The algorithm of actions is as follows:

the nuts are turned against the direction of movement of the clock hand, the filling hose is disconnected from the liquid intake valve and the pipe located on the valve;
remove the pump filters using tweezers or pliers;
cleaning is best done with a brush, holding the element under the tap;
all elements are installed in their places.

Please note that the filling system screens must be cleaned annually.

Prevention of the drain filter of the Atlant washing machine

This element can be blocked by random objects in the machine drum. For example, there was a small coin in your shirt pocket, which would be enough to create difficulties when draining. For this reason, before washing items, it is necessary to carefully check the contents of their pockets.

To clean the drain filter of the Atlant washing machine, you will have to perform certain actions:

use a screwdriver or tweezers to lift the cover located on the front of the machine body at the bottom;
drain the remaining liquid, having previously placed a container under the filter hole;
Now you should turn the handle counterclockwise and remove the filter;
The part is cleaned with a brush and washed;
a plug is installed in the sleeve, the Atlant washing machine drain filter returns to its place, the lid closes again.

The drain filter mesh on the Atlant washing machine is cleaned every six months. As an additional measure, such work should be performed after the next wash of woolen items.

Problems that arise when dismantling the filter

How to remove the filter element from the washing machine for cleaning if it cannot be unscrewed? This happens when there is severe blockage or scale formation. Your actions should be as follows:

The washing machine is laid on its side, the drain pump is dismantled to try to remove the filter part from the inside. It happens that these actions also remain ineffective;
in this case, to perform cleaning, it remains to remove the drain system completely to make it easier to deal with the problematic issue.

Useful tips

For thorough cleaning, it is recommended to use an old toothbrush. Remains of rust and sand can be easily removed with running water.

In case of severe contamination of the mesh, it is better to purchase a new analogue.

Conclusion

To clean filter elements SMA Atlant a minimal amount of time is spent, but such events bring significant benefits. Timely cleaning significantly extends the operational life of the Atlant machine.