Equipment from any manufacturer breaks down over time, and Indesit is no exception. Sometimes, having decided to do the laundry, the user may find that the Indesit washing machine does not turn on. There can be many reasons for this, ranging from a power outage to a broken control board.
If there is no power
There are a number of reasons why the equipment does not work after switching on. If the display or indicators on the Indesit washing machine do not light up, this indicates a lack of power. This happens if:
- There is no electricity.
- The machine or RCD has tripped.
- The socket is faulty.
- The power cord is broken.
- The power button is broken.
- FPS malfunction.
- The control unit is broken.
Electricity problems
The first thing you should check if the automatic washing machine shows no signs of life is the presence of voltage. You can turn on the lights and other mains-powered devices to make sure there is electricity.
If there is a separate line to the Indesit washing machine, you should make sure that the machine is not knocked out. This could happen if moisture got into the outlet or there was a short circuit. You need to check it and turn it on if it is knocked out.If it switches off repeatedly, you need to look for the cause of the short circuit.
If the equipment is connected via an RCD, it could have tripped due to an electricity leak to the housing. Sometimes the protective device fails if it is of poor quality or the wiring is poorly done.
Another reason why the Indesit washing machine does not receive power is a faulty socket or extension cord through which the product is connected to the network. You can connect another electrical appliance to them or use a screwdriver-indicator, a multimeter or a light bulb with attached wires.
If everything is OK with the electricity, you should proceed to diagnostics of the Indesit washing machine. To do this, you will need to disconnect it from the network.
The power cord is faulty
First, you need to inspect the power cord. Perhaps it was broken due to constant bending or was damaged by pets. If no external defects are found, you need to "ring" it with a multimeter. If the wire is really faulty, you should replace it or, if a break is detected, make a twist. But it is not recommended to resort to the latter method.
The power button is broken
After the power cord, you need to check the power button. This can be done with a multimeter operating in the buzzer mode. After that, you need to ring the button. If it is on and working properly, the multimeter will beep, but if it is in the off position, the device is silent.
The FPS is faulty
The next part that needs to be checked after the power button is the interference filter (FPS). Its purpose is to eliminate electromagnetic waves coming from the Indesit washing machine, which interfere with the stable operation of the TV, radio or other equipment located nearby.If it is damaged, the current no longer flows and the washing machine does not turn on. The filter also protects the control unit from burnout after a power surge. To troubleshoot the problem you must:
- Disconnect the machine from the sewer and water supply.
- Unscrew the fasteners and remove the back cover.
- The mains capacitor is located near the left side wall; you need to remove it and disconnect its wire from the mount. If the filter is burnt out, it can be easily determined visually.
- Now you need to disconnect the contacts of the power cord, disconnect the FPS, set the multimeter to ring and check the wire. If it is defective, it must be replaced.
- Next you need to call the FPS. If it rings, you need to check the capacitor with a multimeter in resistance test mode. If it is faulty, the display will show a zero or a one. In this case, you need to replace the part. You need to purchase a new one in accordance with the device model; it is sold both separately and with a power cord.
Varistor is faulty
The next thing you need to check is the varistor. This is the name of a semiconductor resistor that is soldered into the system board and protects it from surges. During power surges, they often burn out, after which the Indesit washing machine does not turn on and the indicators do not light up. To check it, you need:
- Pull out the detergent cuvette, there are two screws under it, they need to be unscrewed.
- Remove the top cover, unscrew the fasteners, and remove the control panel.
- Disconnect the central board.
- Find varistors. If they are burned, as a rule, they are easy to detect - they are blackened or burnt with traces. If external damage is not visible, you need to check it with a multimeter in resistance mode.
- The non-working varistor needs to be unsoldered, then purchased a similar one from a service center or store and soldered in its original place.
If, after checking and replacing the varistor, the washing machine still does not turn on, you should contact a specialist for further repair work. It is not recommended to try to repair the control board yourself, because you can completely damage it.
If washing programs do not start
If the indicators and display on the Indesit washing machine are on, all modes are working, but after pressing the start button the washing program does not start, this indicates a malfunction of the hatch lock (UBL).
In the hatches of Indesit washing machines, in addition to the usual lock, an electronic lock is installed. Its operation is indicated by a click after the door is closed. If it does not fire, the system board does not receive a lockout notification and does not allow the wash to start. The “Lock” indicator indicates a malfunction; the other lights will not light up. The program selected on the washing machine will only turn on after the door is locked.
To check the UBL, you need:
- Open the hatch.
- Bend the seal and remove the hatch cuff clamp.
- Thread the cuff into the tank.
- Unscrew the retaining screws.
- Get the lock.
- Disconnect the wires.
Next, you should check the lock with a multimeter. If it is broken, you need to purchase and install a new one.
If the lock works, but the set washing mode does not turn on, this may indicate a faulty pressure switch, pump, water inlet valve, or clogged communications. It is necessary to check all the listed components, replace the faulty sensor, valve or pump, and remove blockages.
If the indicators light up, burn randomly or go out
The Indesit washing machine may start, but not work, not only because the lock does not turn on, but also due to other malfunctions, for example, a system failure. In this case, the lamps blink randomly or light up and immediately go out. You need to disconnect the machine from the network and wait a few minutes; if this does not help, open the instruction manual and look in it for information about performing a system reset.
In some cases, erratic blinking of light bulbs may occur due to wiring problems. It burns out or the connectors become loose due to constant vibration. It is necessary to carefully inspect the wires and then test them with a multimeter. Damaged elements are replaced with new ones. Usually you can talk about a wiring fault if the machine blinks and does not turn on.
If the lights flash in a certain sequence, this means that the machine has completed a self-diagnosis program and is reporting some kind of breakdown. To decipher the code, you need to open the user manual, it contains detailed information.
Bottom line
To understand why the Indesit washing machine does not turn on, you need to conduct a thorough diagnosis of the device and its connection to the network. If the lights and display do not light up when you press the power button, this indicates that the equipment is not receiving power. You should make sure that there is electricity, check the machines, RCDs, sockets, extension cords, interference filters and electronic boards. If the washing machine starts, but the spin cycle or programs do not turn on, this indicates a faulty hatch. If the lights light up erratically or go out immediately after being turned on, the culprit may be wiring or a system failure.
