Nuances when working with washing machines Only qualified specialists should repair washing machines. People without the appropriate experience and knowledge can only fix minor faults. For example, if the door is faulty, open the top cover. Dismantling can be done, but you will need to read the instructions. It is important to act carefully so as not to break anything. If you cannot remove the top cover of the Indesit washing machine yourself, you will have to contact a specialist. Any malfunction of the device will lead to undesirable consequences.
Tools for disassembling the washing machine
Indesit washing machines are easy to disassemble yourself. If you only need to remove the top cover, you can cope with the task in 15-30 minutes. You will have to prepare the necessary tools.
If you only need to remove the top panel, then a Phillips screwdriver will be enough. With its help, you can remove the bolts that hold the cover. Additionally, it would not hurt to put on rubber gloves to protect yourself from the current.
How to repair a front-load device
Before dismantling the Indesit top cover, you will need to carry out preparatory work. First, you should unplug the washing machine. Next, the device must be moved away from the wall to gain access to the rear panel. There will be self-tapping screws that will have to be removed with a Phillips screwdriver. You need to make sure that the drain hose and power cord are intact.
Now you need to perform the actual dismantling. Pushing out washing machine Indesit WISL 83 or another model, you can see two or three screws on the back. They hold the top cover, which needs to be removed. The screws will have to be completely unscrewed. Under them there are plastic washers, which are important not to lose.
The washers and screws must be placed in containers so that you don’t have to look for them later. Now you can slide the top cover back with some effort. If everything is done correctly, the top panel can be removed by lifting it up.
Now you can proceed to the inspection or repair itself. When the necessary actions are completed, you will need to return the cover in the same order as when removed. You will need to put it on top, insert it into the grooves, and push it forward. All that remains is to screw the screws on the back panel. When pushing the machine in, you need to make sure that the drain and hoses supplying water are not damaged.
There are many reasons that force you to remove the top cover. Let's say the tightness of the o-ring has been lost. Because of this, water penetrates inside the Indesit washing machine. This may short out the wiring. You will have to remove the cover to get the silicone cuff.It will have to be coated with sealant.
It also happens that problems arise with the electronic board. You can remove it yourself to take it to a workshop. It will be possible to save on transporting the unit, as well as on disassembling the device. For this reason, people often prefer to remove the lid from the Indesit washing machine themselves.
How to remove the top loading machine cover
If a more complete renovation is required, other elements will need to be removed. Indesit washing machine. You need to adhere to a certain order of actions.
Instructions:
- You need to unscrew the screws and remove the washers that are used to ground the case.
- You should bend the wall at the bottom, carefully sliding it vertically towards the floor.
- Now you can remove the side panel - first one, then the second.
- To remove the front panel, unscrew the screws. Before this there was no access to them.
To reassemble the machine, you need to proceed in reverse order. The main thing is to make sure that all the screws are screwed in.
Nuances when working with washing machines
Removing the top cover is usually not difficult, but certain points should still be taken into account.Indesit WISL 105 and other models are easy to handle because they have the same disassembly principle. Rarely can you come across models that are understood a little differently. Let's say manufacturer Ardo produces washing mashines, in which the top covers are atypically dismantled. You need to remember this, as you may encounter an unusual model.
As always, you will have to first disconnect the device from the network. Just in case, it is better to wear rubber gloves to avoid electric shock. After this, the unit will need to be moved away from the wall. You need a place to work, otherwise it will be difficult and even impossible to unscrew the screws.
The lid will have to be moved forward rather than backward. That is, if a person is standing behind the unit, then you need to move the element away from you. The cover can only be moved at an angle. Otherwise, nothing will work. You will have to determine the angle yourself, as it may differ. It is worth trying different slopes until you achieve the result.
On older washing machines, there are sometimes bolts attached to the front panel. This is even more convenient, because there is no need to move the unit. All screws are covered with plugs, which must first be removed. After this, you will need to unscrew the bolts, remove the fasteners and lift the cover, pushing it forward.