If The washing machine is acting up, it must be turned off immediately. Using a faulty unit is life-threatening because various unforeseen consequences are possible. A person’s task is to immediately contact a technician or try to fix the problem on his own. If the breakdown is simple, then you can handle it without a technician. The main thing is to figure out what exactly you have to deal with. In most cases, you need to remove the top cover of your LG washing machine. This is required in order to access internal elements. You need to read the instructions to cope with the task and not damage the unit.
Action plan
Easy to do on your own remove the top cover washing machine, but you need to know the principle of operation. First you need to disconnect the unit from the network. You cannot operate the machine while it is plugged in. There is a risk of electric shock, although this could have been avoided.
You will need to wear rubber gloves. This will allow you to protect yourself. Some parts may retain an electrical charge. Do not go inside the machine with your bare hands. It's better to take precautions.
It is worth turning off the water supply to disconnect the inlet and drain hoses. After this, you will need to move the machine away from the wall. It should be convenient to work with. You will need to access the rear panel to remove the top cover.This is where the screws that hold the necessary element are located. Sometimes there are models of LG washing machines that have bolts on the front panel. However, this happens extremely rarely, so most often you have to move the machine.
Further actions:
- There will be screws on the back of the LG washing machine. There are from 2 to 3 pieces. To unscrew it, you will need to use a Phillips screwdriver. Rotations must be performed until the bolt is completely unscrewed. You need to make movements counterclockwise. Please note that there are plastic washers under the bolts. They must not be lost, otherwise you will not be able to tighten the screws later.
- When the cover is completely unscrewed, it will need to be removed. It should be moved back. That is, if a person is in front of the washing machine, then the lid should be moved away from you. You may have to move the element a little at an angle.
Why remove the cover?
A master or an ordinary person in certain situations will have to remove the top cover. First of all, it is necessary to get to filling valve. He is interested in when overfilling or underfilling occurs. The valve of interest is located at the top, near the back wall.
Typically, technicians ring the fill valve coil. Next, they check the wiring, pipes and the mechanism itself. If it turns out that the part is faulty, then it will have to be replaced. It is often possible to do without completely disassembling the machine.Therefore, significantly less time will be spent on repairs.
If the powder is not washed off well, you will need to check whether water is normally supplied to the powder receptacle of the LG washing machine. To do this, you will need to remove the top cover. The outer pipe will be fully accessible through the upper area of the case. You can remove the elements and clean them. Sometimes there is a need for a complete replacement.
If you look directly under the upper area of the machine, you will be able to find the pressure switch. The element will need to be checked if the machine suddenly drains water untimely. Sometimes an OE error appears, and in this case, the liquid remains inside the unit. It will be easy to change the broken water level sensor. To do this, you need to get to it from above. You will have to unscrew the mount, remove the power wires, after which the pressure switch will already be in your hands. Having removed the cover from the
5 kg washing machine, you will be able to access the counterweight. This element extremely rarely becomes unusable, but this still happens. In addition, you can remove the tank with the drum through the upper part. Additionally, you will have to remove the front wall and unscrew the technological hatch in the rear area. In this case, the disassembly process will begin with the cover.
You should only do the repairs yourself if you are confident in your abilities. It is recommended that you carefully study the instructions beforehand and perform the actions with caution. Do not rush, as this may cause problems. You cannot damage the case or lose any element. If you do everything correctly, then you will be able to achieve positive results.
Other ways to remove the cover
Sometimes there are models of washing machines that have a different cover.Therefore, significantly less time will be spent on repairs. If the powder is not washed off well,
you will need to check whether water is normally supplied to the powder receptacle of the LG washing machine. To do this, you will need to remove the top cover. The outer pipe will be fully accessible through the upper area of the case. You can remove the elements and clean them. Sometimes there is a need for a complete replacement.
