How to disassemble a Bosch washing machine with your own hands

Today many people are trying to fulfill do-it-yourself repairsto save money. Imagine that your washing machine has broken down. Buying a new one is expensive, and the services of a repair specialist also cost something. We suggest you learn how to disassemble a Bosch washing machine to fix the problem yourself.

Preparatory stage

Before you start disassembling Bosch washing machine, it is recommended to clarify its design and understand which main components will have to be dismantled in order to obtain the desired result. To completely disassemble a Bosch washing machine, you will have to dismantle the following components and parts:

1. the rear metal panel of the machine and the top cover, the front of the body;
2. powder receiver;
3. management panel;
4. pump, electric motor and water heating element;
5. pulley and drive belt;
6. counterweight and shock absorbing devices;
7. intake valve, pressure switch and pipes;
8. pipes and garbage filter;
9. UBL devices and loading hatch doors;
10. tank and drum of the machine.

Before you start disassembling, prepare everything you need. To work, you will need hammers of different weights, a set of keys and wrenches with head sizes of 6 - 18 mm. In addition, prepare a screwdriver or a star-shaped screwdriver bit, flathead and Phillips screwdrivers.You will also need nippers, multi-colored markers for marking the wiring, pliers and an awl.

First of all, all panels that interfere with disassembly are removed from the Bosch machine. Using a Phillips screwdriver or an asterisk (depending on which machine you own - Bosch Max 5, Bosch Max 4 or Bosch Classic 5), unscrew a couple of small screws that secure the top cover of the washing machine . The panel moves slightly back relative to the body and is removed. Now it is possible to unscrew the fasteners and remove the back panel.

We take out the detergent drawer, unscrew the fastening screws holding the control panel. Three of them are located near the niche for the drawer, and two are on top of the end part of the machine body. Having removed the panel, we dismantle the wires.

At the bottom there is a narrow front panel, covering the dust filter and the fasteners of the front wall. It should be removed by disconnecting the latches.

Removing the main units

We proceed to the next stage of disassembling the machine from Bosch. Having removed all the walls and panels from the device, we exposed the parts and units that need to be carefully dismantled. It would be best to start with the upper elements:

1. in front of us is a metal strip connecting the walls of the Bosch washing machine. Having unscrewed the screws, it must be removed;
2. using a 14 key, we unscrew a couple of bolts holding the upper counterweight, remove it out;
3. a little earlier we took out the powder tray and freed the dosing body, which is held only by the pipes. It is necessary to move the dispenser slightly and remove the clamps located under it that secure the pipe. To do this job you will need pliers. In a similar way, the pipe leading to the water intake valve is dismantled, after which the dispenser is moved to the side so that it does not create interference;
4. Bosch is located in the upper body of the machine pressure switch with tubes and wiring connected to it. The network cable is also located here. noise filter. The listed parts are freed from electrical wiring and carefully dismantled.

After completing the above steps, you should unscrew the debris filter and drain the remaining water inside. In principle, such work can be done at the beginning of disassembly - there is no difference in the sequence. Cover the floor with rags in advance - there may be more water than you expected. All that remains is to loosen the screws securing the loading door hinges and remove it. To the right of the hatch we find another pair of screws, unscrew them and dismantle the device blocking the door.

Let's move on to the back of the Bosch washing machine. Now you need to remove the drive belt and disconnect the electrical wiring from the engine. For dismantling the motor We use a 12mm wrench, which is convenient for unscrewing the mounting screws. By pushing the engine away from you and down, holding it with your other hand, you can easily remove this element.

Let's pay a little attention to the lower part of the washing machine from Bosch. If the model does not have a tray, you can immediately remove the pump and dismantle the pipes. If there is a pallet, certain actions must be performed:

1. the washing machine is placed on the left side;
2. the pallet fastenings are unscrewed;
3. the element is pulled off the plastic clips, but your actions must be careful not to damage the wiring of the sensor that monitors possible leaks;
4. the wiring is disconnected from the sensor, the pan is removed to the side;
5. remove the clamps from the drain pipe and dismantle it from the pump;
6. disconnect all wiring from the pump, unscrew the fasteners, and remove the assembly out;
7. unscrew fasteners connecting the racks with the body of the washing machine.

Removing the tank

Having dismantled all the main parts on the washing machine, we begin to remove the tank. This is not difficult to do, since all the springs have been removed and the tank is lowered down about thirty centimeters. You need to grab the edges of the hatch and pull the tank towards you along with the washing machine drum. If everything is in order, the knot will literally fall out.

All that remains is to disassemble the tank to check the condition of the seals and bearings. All washing machines from Bosch have collapsible tanks, so you don’t have to cut them. After unscrewing several dozen screws, we disassemble the tank into two halves.

How to remove the heating element

Please note that the water heating element is secured quite firmly - with a plate and a nut. The last element should be unscrewed, a plate should be placed under the plate and hit with a hammer. After this, the heating element will be removed. By the way, before dismantling this element You should sketch out the connection of the wires so that nothing gets mixed up during assembly.

Typical errors

Please note that self-disassembly to perform repairs is associated with certain types of errors. For example, problems arise after manipulating a rubber cuff. Negligence in your actions can cause unpleasant consequences - damage will appear that can only be eliminated by completely replacing the seal.

Another “weak” point is the electrical wiring contacts, which will have to be connected and disconnected repeatedly. If you act carelessly, the integrity of these elements will be compromised, which will lead to instability in the operation of the washing machine and poor quality washing.

Conclusion

To everyone who decided disassemble your Bosch washing machine yourself, we recommend that you follow the instructions provided and act with confidence. But if you doubt your own abilities, invite the help of an experienced service center specialist who will do all the work at a professional level. True, such a service will require certain financial expenses.