How to remove the drum from your washing machine

It is worth noting that remove the drum of the washing machine may be required for various needs, ranging from replacing the cross and bearings and ending with the extraction of a foreign object. In order to continue the wash, you need to stock up on tools that are in every house.

Necessary tool

Before removing the drum located on the washing machine, you need to prepare:

• slotted and Phillips screwdrivers;
• in the case when the tank is not collapsible - a hacksaw for metal;
• pliers;
• hammer;
• spanners.

Before you pull the tank, you need to stock up on additional details, as it is possible that they will be replaced.

Front loading

Naturally, before you start disassembling, it is necessary to take out all the laundry from the washing machine, disconnect it from the electrical network and disconnect the filling hose.Next, the disassembly process will begin, which may differ slightly depending on the manufacturer and model. So, for example, in Indesit washing machine front loading it happens as follows:

1. All screws are removed in order to remove the back cover.
2. Next, the entire wall is removed, including the control panel and powder container.

As for the control panel, it can be completely not unwound, but simply put aside so as not to damage. In the event that a decision is made to remove the panel, it is necessary to photograph all the wires in order to return everything to its place.

Before pulling out the tank, it is necessary take out the cuffs hatch. This is done very simply, just enough to apply a little force, pulling the spring clamp and remove the bottom panel, after unscrewing all the screws. Then there will be a few more screws, which must also be unscrewed. After removing the front panel, you will see the tank itself, which we need.

Then everything that can be removed, including the wiring and connections, will be removed from the tank. In addition, it is also necessary to remove the head bolt that holds the tank in the back. Removed and the power unit.

In the event that you decide to start disassembling for the first time, it would be good to preview a few videos on this topic.

Once the tank is removed, it must be divided in half. In some models, these two halves are tightly glued to each other, which is why even service centers do not take drum disassemblySome experts just cut them.

Vertical loading

Equipment vertically loaded very comfortable in rooms with limited space. Life time drum washing machine This type increases several times, as it is fixed on both sides. Accordingly, its disassembly will differ slightly from the previous version:

1. Unscrew all the screws from the bottom front and on the back wall.
2. Removed the side panel.
3. Remove all the wires, and then unscrew the remaining screws.

In order not to spoil anything and not to get confused in the sequence of their actions, experts recommend photographing the main stages of disassembly.

Sometimes a plastic cover can be firmly soldered, it will be necessary to get rid of it by means of a drill bit. As for the second side panel, it should be removed similarly to the first.After all this, the screw that secures the shaft is removed, and the drum is removed.

Drum disassembly

As mentioned earlier, the tank consists of two halves, but there are also well-welded options. In order to disconnect them, it is necessary loosen the boltsthat attach them. It is recommended to pay attention to those places where the bearing and the gland are located: they should not be raid or moisture.

Order to replace or lubricate the gland, it is necessary to get it with an ordinary flat screwdriver or pliers. Bearings so get it will not work, so you need to take a hammer and gently knock them out with a metal tube. It is necessary to do this as carefully as possible in order not to damage anything. If necessary, you can replace the cross.

Now, before removing the drum from your washing machine, it remains only to stock up on the tool and free time, since you are familiar with the instructions.