Ariston washing machine does not drain water - what to do

Often housewives and consumers are faced with the fact that the Ariston washing machine does not drain water. This creates certain difficulties during further operation. It’s not just the inability to open the door, get things out and start the drain, but the lack of further spinning and completing the wash cycle. As a result, water stagnates inside, which leads to oxidation of the drum and the appearance of mold. Calling a technician is always expensive, so this article will look at independent troubleshooting methods.

Why doesn't the equipment drain the water?

Causes of problems in Ariston:

1. Program crash. Perhaps there was a network overvoltage or a power outage, which allowed the Ariston machine to “think” about performing the task at hand, specifically about draining, or to stop working completely. Knocking on the top cover or the presence of heavy objects similarly cause a malfunction, which also stops the drain.
2. Drain hose blocked by foreign objects.
3. Clogged sewer system.
4. Foreign objects have entered the filter.
5. Pump or pump failure.
6. Hose extension, or location at an unacceptable level.
7. Wiring open or shorted.

Some of the problem can be solved yourself, while the machine will remain in working order.The owner of Ariston is lucky if his machine is equipped with the Smart diagnostic function. Using special keys, Wi-Fi and a smartphone, the machine is diagnosed, and after a few seconds a notification is received about the breakdown, the possible cause and how to fix it. This option is factory-installed, but is installed in more modern Ariston models.

Diagnosis and troubleshooting

Program crash

1. Restart the program. Press start wash cycle and wait. If there is no reaction, turn off the machine and start draining.
2. Remove heavy objects from the lid and try to restart the drain.
3. If the problem is not solved, then the problem is not in the program.

Hose

1. Check the bend radius. Minimum 50, maximum 80 cm. If it is bent or not bent, then the water simply will not reach the drain. The machine will receive a signal to the built-in sensors, and the command will remain unfulfilled. You can fix the problem using a special clamp that comes with the washing machine.
2. Possible squeezing. This happens if you step on or knock over something heavy. The situation will not only stop the cycle, but also break the rubber. Remove any foreign objects.
3. Check the connection. The fasteners could come off, and the smart machine decided not to drown the neighbors below.

Sewerage

1. Open the tap or flush the toilet tank; if the water does not drain, you need to clean the system.
2. When disconnecting the drain source from the corrugation, the washing machine must be turned off.
3. Clear the blockage.

Filter

1. Turn off the power to the washing machine.
2. Place a towel underneath.
3. Open the filter protection. It is located at the bottom on the right side (if the washing mashine is facing the owner).
4. Turn the cap to the right and unscrew it.
5. Wait until the water stops flowing.
6. Remove the filter and inspect for excess contents: buttons, coins, washing powder.
7. Rinse the part. The water should not be hot.
8. Rotate the impeller (located behind the filter); if it moves freely and does not jam, then the pump is in order.

water pump

1. After draining the water and removing the filter start spin mode.
2. If the impeller remains motionless, there may be a problem with the pump or pump.
3. When the pump makes an unusual noise, water has most likely leaked into it. In such cases it must be replaced.
4. To diagnose, you need to remove the lid of the washing machine.
5. You can fix the problem yourself if, after a visual inspection, minor damage is visible.
6. Did the inspection yield no results? Then contact a specialist who carries out highly qualified repairs of Ariston machines.

Wiring

1. Remove the top cover and inspect the wires.
2. Perhaps the previous spin process contributed to the disconnection of the wire block from the board. Return the block to its original position and restart Ariston.
3. Check for moisture or broken contacts

The washing machine does not drain or spin

The spin mode starts if the water drainage works correctly. If, after solving the drainage problems, the spin still does not start, then there may be more complex problems.

Causes and solutions

1. Board malfunction. Usually, error F18 is displayed on the display, which means this failure. Unfortunately, you won’t be able to fix the problem yourself, as you will need to reflash the system.
2. The drain has failed. Fix the problem and restart the program.
3. Press failure. Remove the top and inspect the load. Replace if necessary.
4. Failure of the tachogenerator (Hall sensor). Check the fastening; if the part is loose, it needs to be tightened. Rotate the drum manually and substitute the voltage measurement (no more than 0.2). Is the data positive? Then the probability of a defect is contamination. Clean the sensor and reinstall it according to the instructions. In case of mechanical damage, the part needs to be replaced.
5. Bearing broke. It is easy to detect a breakdown: when the drum rotates, a loud knock or hum is heard. In this case, the bearing must be replaced.
6. Engine failure. The Ariston machine only has a commutator motor; most likely, the brushes are worn out or the belt is broken. Wear of parts is visible visually. You can make the replacement yourself.
7. Control module. Water got in, excessive vibration, the washing mashine suffered a strong blow, this leads to a decrease in the functionality of the Ariston “heart”. In such cases, the module is visually inspected for moisture and disconnected contacts. If necessary, it can be removed and cleaned. If, after manipulations, the program does not start, or the indicators begin to blink, it is recommended to contact a washing machine repair shop.

After all the above, it became clear what to do if Hotpoint Ariston washing machine does not drain water and does not wring out and how to fix any damage yourself.

The positive aspects of DIY repairs include saving money. But it takes a lot of time to diagnose, disassemble and fix problems.

Calling a technician and repairing it can be expensive, however, it will save time and provide professional and quick assistance to the washing machine. In addition, a qualified specialist will quickly determine whether the equipment can be repaired or whether it will be easier to purchase a new assistant.