Samsung washing machine does not turn on - reasons

Samsung household appliances enjoy deserved popularity among customers around the world. A wide range of models to suit every budget and excellent consumer characteristics contribute to the constant growth of sales. This is a reliable technique, but sometimes it breaks down. A Samsung washing machine won't turn on is a problem that anyone can face. Sometimes this is the result of a serious breakdown, but often the reason lies in the unsatisfactory state of communications in the house.

Perhaps everything is extremely simple

Before you pick up the tool and proceed to disassembly, it is worth eliminating external factors that affect performance of the Samsung washing machine. If it does not turn on at all, that is, there is no indication and there is no response to pressing the buttons, you need to do the following:

1. Check the availability of electricity in the apartment.
2. Make sure the outlet is working properly. You can use any electrical appliance for this.
3. If you connect using an extension cord, make sure it is working.
4. Check the RCD (residual current device), it may be blocking the power supply to the machine.
5. If the washing machine is connected via a stabilizer, check it too.

Another situation is possible. The Samsung washing machine itself turns on, the power indicator lights up, but the wash does not start, and no program can be started. The reason for this may also be outside the device body. It is easy to check, you just need to perform a few simple steps:

1. Make sure there is water in the water supply.
2. Check the sewer and drain hose for blockages.
3. Open and close the hatch again.
4. Check the correct placement and weight of the loaded laundry.

Common breakdowns and their correction

Before disassembling the Samsung washing machine

you need to prepare the tool. You will need very little: a few keys and screwdrivers for disassembling, a multimeter to check the parts. You also need to disconnect the washing machine from the power supply, water supply and sewerage. The device installed near the wall or in a niche should be placed in the middle of the room, provide space for work.

Power plug with a wire

First of all, you should carefully examine the plug, check it visually, and then ring the cable. To make sure it is working, you need to switch the multimeter to the resistance measurement mode and ring the wires one by one. If the device shows an infinite value, the cable needs to be replaced.

Power buttonIf the washing machine is connected through a stabilizer, check that too.

Another situation is possible. The Samsung washing machine itself turns on, the power indicator lights up, but the washing does not start, and not a single program can be started. The reason for this may also be outside the device case. It’s easy to check, you just need to follow a few simple steps:

Make sure there is water in the water supply.

Check the drain and drain hose for blockages.

Open and close the hatch again.Check the correct placement and weight of the loaded laundry.

Common breakdowns and their fixes

Before disassemble samsung washing machine

you need to prepare the tool. You will need very little: a few keys and screwdrivers for disassembly, a multimeter to check parts. It is also necessary to disconnect the washing machine from the power supply, water supply and sewerage. Installed against a wall or in a niche, the device should be placed in the middle of the room to provide space for work.

Power plug with wire

• The first step is to carefully inspect the plug, check it visually, and then ring the cable. To make sure it is working, you need to switch the multimeter to resistance measurement mode and ring the wires one by one. If the device shows an infinite value, the cable must be replaced.
• Power button
• In some Samsung models, power is supplied directly to the button. Failure of its moving contacts, their oxidation - all this can be the reason why the washing machine stops turning on. The button also needs to be ringed, first in the off position, then on. Of course, when turned on, the button must pass current. The broken part is replaced.
• Interference filter

The filter is a barrel with five terminals. Three inputs: phase, zero, ground. Two outputs: phase and zero. Its diagram is depicted on the side surface of the part; starting from it, the part is tested.

There are two ways to check the filter . You can apply voltage to its input and check its presence at the output. It's simple and won't take much time, but you need to understand that there is high voltage on the contacts, and this is life-threatening. The second method involves “ringing” the outputs with a multimeter.The absence of voltage at the output clearly indicates a breakdown of the part. The filter is easy to buy, either separately or complete with a power cord.

Control module

If during the previous activities it turned out only that all parts of the circuit are fully operational, but the washing machine does not work, the cause of the breakdown is the control module board. Its failure is also signaled by a situation in which the indicators light up, but there is no reaction to the owner’s actions.This is the most difficult part of the washing machine; it is recommended to carry out repairs and diagnostics only in service centers, certified by Samsung.Of course, if you have experience working with radio equipment, you can try to find the cause yourself. First you will have to partially disassemble the washing mashine. The operating procedure depends on the specific model, for example, in devices of the Samsung Diamond series, you need to remove the top panel, unscrew the bolts securing it from the back, and remove the detergent tray. Next, all that remains is to loosen the clamps and remove the wire blocks.

The first thing you need to do is inspect the board, preferably with a magnifying glass. The following needs to be identified:

parts with traces of melting;

places of blackening of PCB;

damaged tracks or jumpers; oxidized contacts.

Everything that causes suspicion is checked, replaced if necessary, and the contact pads are cleaned of oxide. Often it is not possible to identify the cause at home; the board is multi-layered, and it is difficult to identify broken tracks in the internal layers. If the cause cannot be identified, the board can be replaced completely.

1. Samsung washing machine turns on but doesn't work
2. It happens differently. The washing mashine turns on normally, the indicators are on and react to the owner’s actions, but it fails
3. start the washing program
4. . In this case, you need to check the presence of water in the system, as well as test a number of operating parts of the machine. It's worth starting with the hatch.
5. Hatch locking mechanism
6. A common cause of a malfunction that makes it impossible to start any washing program is the locking mechanism. This device
7. prevents the hatch from opening
8. during the program, which in turn guarantees the safety of washing.
9. The first thing to do in this situation is to open and close the door again. Do not apply excessive force. It closes easily until you hear a distinct click. If the machine does not start after this, you will most likely have to change the lock.

A similar situation can occur in the case of a Samsung model with an additional door. It is worth checking the reliability of the lock, opening and closing it several times.

Machine blocking due to failure of the electric heater

The heater must be checked, if it fails, replace it.

The work is carried out according to the following algorithm: disconnect the machine from all communications; drain water from the tank;

remove the top cover;

remove the detergent tray;