The Atlant washing machine has a self-diagnosis system, with the help of which various breakdowns are determined, and information is provided to the owner in the form of a special code consisting of a letter and a number. Error F15 in the Atlant washing machine is a rather special phenomenon; it often manifests itself in such a way that there is simply no doubt about the sources of its occurrence. Imagine that you went into the bath and found a large box on the floor, and the code F15 is on the screen, then everything immediately becomes clear - the problem is a leak. There are also hidden causes, and here you should act quickly to identify the problem area where the water is leaking. But what to hide - we often turn on the unit and go about our business, or we are at home, but forget that the machine is working.
Decoding the code
F15 is a signal about a leak in the washing unit or an electronics failure. How did the machine detect this on its own? This is possible due to the sensor located in the pan. If it works in a timely manner, you may not even understand what the problem is. But the trouble is that in almost fifty percent of cases the element produces a signal with a delay or does not respond to the problem at all.
Reasons for leak formation
Error F15 in the Atlant washing machine – the question is quite serious.
To understand this completely, the leak must be detected.Where can the machine leak, where are the weak parts that contribute to such a problem? Typically this happens in the following places:
- valve for water intake and pipes;
- powder receiver;
- tank for washing clothes;
- pump for draining water and pipes.
In addition, trouble in the form of water leakage can occur as a result of damage to the hoses designed for filling and draining water. But the machine can detect such problems only in cases where the hoses are equipped with Aqua-Stop systems. Otherwise, you will see a puddle of water near the machine.
Rules for checking the water intake and drainage system
Before you start looking for the cause of the problem, you should carefully examine everything. First, it is recommended to feel the water that has flowed out of the washer. If it is not contaminated with anything, does not have any impurities from powders, then when searching for a leak, you should pay more attention to the inlet - the intake valve or pipes. Soapy water will mean that the leak occurred in any other place, which was already mentioned above.
Powder receiver pipe
It is easy to understand that the problem lies in the valve. To do this, unscrew the lid of the washing machine. Just remember that before starting work, the machine must be disconnected from voltage and other communications. Having ensured accessibility to the inlet valve, it is necessary to carefully inspect the element and check the pipes connecting the powder receiving device. They are probably weakened or worn out and will need to be replaced. The valve is not repaired, it is simply replaced with a new one.
If there is a leak of water containing powder impurities, it is necessary to start checking from the pipe connecting the powder receiver and the tank, then inspect the connection “tank - drain pump”.If everything is in order, replace the clamps. We get to the pump of the machine through the bottom of the unit. At the same time we inspect the pump. Having discovered a crack in its tube, we replace the entire assembly.
We are looking for other faults
It is rare, but it also happens that water leaks from the tank of the machine through a damaged cuff, a crack in the powder receptacle, or a hole in the tank itself. The main sign indicating a malfunction in the cuff is water streams leaking through the unit door. Damage could occur for two reasons:
The cuff of the washing machine is torn
- the cuff was cut by small sharp objects;
- it simply dried out and cracked from long use.
Minor damage to the rubber seal can be repaired using patches used for bicycles and rubber boats. But it will be better if the cuff is replaced with a new element.
Now let's figure out what can happen to the powder receiver. It is not at all necessary that cracks may appear on its body. Here, a lot still depends on the correct installation of this element. If there are any inaccuracies, water may penetrate into the pan, partially flowing out. Everything is simple here - the tray is removed, inspected for integrity and put back in its place. Excessive water pressure is often to blame. To solve the problem, you just need to tighten the faucet a little to weaken the flow of water.
The difficulty comes from cracks that appear in the tank. Here, there will be financial expenses, and free time will be required to eliminate everything. Damage to the tank may occur due to:
Crack in the washing machine tank
- sharp foreign objects that for any reason ended up in the drum;
- defects allowed by the manufacturer;
- strong impacts received as a result of transportation and loading.
If a crack is detected, the tank must be replaced. Glue will help in this case, but not for long. You should also know that the tank of the machine is a connection of halves, between which a rubber seal is installed. It is this that can cause a leak due to long-term use. In this case, the machine will have to be almost completely disassembled to carry out repairs.
Most often, water flows out of the machine due to the damaged integrity of the hoses. The elements are made of rubber material, wear out quickly. This is especially facilitated by the poor quality of water. It is possible to detect such a problem even when the machine is not working. The hose is carefully inspected, its connection points are checked. If necessary, the gaskets or the entire element are changed.
If a leak is detected during water intake, which disappears after filling the tank, the problem should be looked for in the pipes connecting the hose and the powder compartment. If necessary, the pipe is simply changed.
