How to change the cuff hatch washing machine LG

What should I do if the LG machine has a damaged cuff for loading laundry? Of course, it is easier to contact the specialists who will repair and replace the necessary parts. But repair is a costly business, and if you contact the service every time, you can spend a lot of money. Meanwhile, replacement of the rubber cuff hatch washing machine LG can be done independently, without the help of professionals.

Find out the causes of failure

To fix this problem with your own hands, it is first recommended to find out what the cause of the failure is. Most often, the fault is related to wear of the part or mechanical damage.

1. As a result of the long service life, the rubber cuff has worn out.
2. In the wash, caustic, corrosive chemicals were used, which could also damage the cuff.
3. Foreign solid or sharp objects hit the hatch (all kinds of metal products, plastic, badges, keys, etc.).
4. Frequent washing of unsuitable items in the car (for example, shoes with hard soles, heavy outerwear, tight hats).
5. The use of low-quality washing powder or exceeding it allowable volume. Inadequate powder can often cause damage to the rubber element.

Replacement procedure

So, if you were able to understand why it was necessary cuff replacement, you can get started.

Do not forget to disconnect the machine from the power supply!

1. First you need to remove the cuff. To do this, you will need: a pair of screwdrivers, round pliers, an aqueous solution of soap and a marker (or felt-tip pen). Next, remove the two clamps, the function of which is to fix the cuff itself. The first clamp holds the curved part of the gum. Pull it towards you at the location of the latches. If the clamp is a spring, loosen the screw and pull the spring towards you with a screwdriver.
2. Next, unfasten the front part of the cuff on the washing machine LG, which was previously held by its own tension. In the upper part of the cuff is usually located a label indicating the correct location relative to the tank of the machine. On the tank of the machine you will find the appropriate cuff label. If there is no mark on the element to be replaced, make it yourself with a marker.
3. Remove the second clip, which clamps the cuff from the inside.
   
   To freely get to it, you have to remove the front panel with the hatch. This is a painstaking and difficult task, it requires special care: do not drop or scratch the panel when removing.

4. After accessing the second collar, it's time to remove the cuff. On the other hand gum also has a mark, as in the first case. Examine the place where it was located: most likely there is a lot of pollution. Wash with soapy water all contaminated parts, because where there is dirt, a fungus and mold may soon appear, which means that even a new cuff risks breaking down.
5. Put on a new cuff. The correct location of your parts will indicate the mark on her and on the boot tank.

Before you install a new part, make sure that it fully fits your washing machine model!

For example, for the LG washing machine the corresponding cuffs are on sale, and products of other brands can not approach, or be established not tightly. And the lack of tightness leads to undesirable consequences such as leakage of the hatch.

If the damage to the cuff is minor, for the first time, you can do so by simply glue it. However, this is a temporary measure, for permanent use it is still better to replace the damaged part with a new one.

What else malfunctions can occur

After replacing the cuff, it is best to test its performance by running the washing machine. "Idle" (for example, for a short program without loading laundry). So you will understand whether a new part is sealed, and whether re-removal is required.

A common problem is the broken handle of the machine, especially its plastic part. Replacing the hatch handle of a washing machine is a very simple process, for which you will need, perhaps, only one screwdriver. You can purchase a new part in a specialized store, specifying the make and model of your car.Qualified specialists will pick up a new part and offer their assistance in installing it.

It is worth noting that the cuff hatch needs regular care. It needs to be cleaned.Otherwise, the dirt accumulated on it will become a source not only of an unpleasant smell, but also of bacteria that corrode the material.