What are the problems with a Kandy washing machine? Do-it-yourself repair, step-by-step algorithm with photos

Malfunctions of the Kandy washing machine that require DIY repair are most often associated with the drain pump, heating element and bearings. These parts have to be replaced even during normal use, because after a few years they become inoperable, which is quite normal. Instructions for diagnosing breakdowns and replacing main elements are presented in this article.

Drain pump

Most often, users encounter a breakdown of the drain pump. Buttons, parts of locks and even coins and other foreign objects can get into it. They get stuck in the impeller, causing it to break. The pump motor works with greater force and may even burn out.

In these situations, it is not necessary to learn how to disassemble a Kandy washing machine. In fact, getting to the drain pump is quite simple. First you need to make sure that it is really the pump that has broken down and not another element. This can be done based on a number of signs:

• the machine drains water slowly;
• the water stopped draining completely;
• Codes E3, E03 appeared on the screen; some devices may have E20.

You can eliminate the cause of this malfunction of the Kandy washing machine yourself - to do this, proceed as follows:

1. Turn the unit back towards you.
2. Feel the drain pipe - you may be able to find an accumulation of blockage or a foreign object.
3. Unscrew all the bolts, remove the wiring and pull out the drain pump itself.
4. Inspect it thoroughly and, if necessary, rinse under running water. As you can see, disassembling the Candy washing machine is not necessary, but installing a new drain pump may be necessary.

A heating element

Do-it-yourself repair of the Candy washing machine may also be necessary in situations where the heating element, that is, the heating element, is broken. Over time, it becomes covered with a layer of scale, lint and other debris. As a result, the heating element stops heating water normally and literally works “to wear out.”

The element may burn out and fail, which is determined by several signs:

• the water remains cool;
• things don’t wash well;
• the wash is interrupted and a specific error code appears on the screen (depending on the model, this can be E3, 5, 14 or 22).
• a burning smell is noticeable (advanced case).

To repair or replace the heating element, it is necessary to remove and inspect it. Step-by-step instructions on how to disassemble a Kandy washing machine and install a new heating element are as follows:

1. Find the right place - the part is located below the tank. To get to it, you need to unscrew all the bolts and remove the back panel.
2. The heating element itself is not visible, but it can be identified by the wires that go deep.
3. Remove all wires, first photographing them, so that you can then correctly return them to their place.
4. Measure the voltage with a multimeter. If it is within 20-30 Ohms, the device is working normally, and the cause of the violation should be sought in another part.Although we should not forget that the heating element could simply be clogged. Then it is washed with a solution of citric acid (add 2 tablespoons to the powder tray and start the wash).
5. If there are doubts about the performance of the heating element, it is removed - this is what the next stage of repairing a Kandy washing machine with your own hands is connected with. It is necessary to loosen the nut (1) and push the panel inward, then pry it off with a regular screwdriver and carefully remove the part.
6. Next, the heating element is inspected and cleaned of scale. If it breaks (there is no resistance on the multimeter), you need to install a new element and do the same steps, but in reverse order.

Bearings are worn out

The question of how to disassemble a Candy washing machine also arises when the bearings wear out. Installing them is not so easy, and damage is considered serious, since due to their wear the drum may also suffer. To diagnose this breakdown, it is recommended to pay attention to the following signs:

• Spin does not work;
• during push-ups, extraneous sounds are heard (creaking, rumble);
• the drum does not spin or falls below its normal position;
• During disassembly, rusty stains are visible on the surface of the tank.

Due to worn bearings, the Kandy washing machine does not work, so the program will not be able to start without fixing this problem. During repairs, proceed as follows:

1. Remove the clips that hold the water intake hose, unscrew each bolt and remove the cover from the back.
2. If the machine is equipped with a belt, it must be removed from the pulley.
3. Then the temperature sensor is disconnected and bent away - it is quite fragile, so it is important to work carefully so as not to break it.
4. Remove the bolts that secure the drum rim, then remove the gasket and remove the cover.
5. Remove the drum and place it on the floor.
6. Unscrew the central nut from the shaft.
7. After the cover is removed, you need to lay it on a wooden or rubber board, then start knocking the drum axle out of the bearing with a hammer.
8. Using a straight screwdriver, pull out the oil seal, and then the bearing. Remove the other bearing in the same way.
9. To properly repair a Kandy washing machine yourself, you need to thoroughly lubricate the surfaces with Litol. Then new bearings and seal are installed. Even if only one part is worn out, it is better to replace everything at once.

Repairing washing machine faults can usually be done at home. This requires available tools and at least minimal skills. But if the breakdown is serious, for example, related to the control module, it is better to contact a specialist. Independent actions in such cases can lead to major damage.