Simple ways to replace the pump in the washing machine

Replacing the pump in washing machine (CMA) is not such a complicated operation, and it will not be difficult to do it yourself. You just need to find the right pump for your device model and make a replacement. But before you begin to replace the pump, it must be removed: it is usually located at the bottom of the washing machine.

Replacing the pump in the SMA through the bottom

Do not forget before starting repair de-energize the device, and drain the remaining water from it, unscrewing drain filter (Replace the tray, or put a rag under the bottom). Pump location may vary depending on the model of the unit. Thus, the replacement of the pump in washing machines firms Indesit (Indesit), Samsung (Samsung),LG (LG) occurs through the bottom of the unit: the bottom is not provided by the design. A detailed algorithm for removing the pump in the washing machine Indesit is given here.

To remove the water pump, the MCA must be placed on the side and open the front panel at the bottom, or the door-hatch (as on the LG washing machine).

Unscrew the two screws near the filter. On these screws keeps the whole structure (pump + snail).

Turn the cochlea clockwise, and pull the assembly out of the case. Then you need to disconnect all the wires and hoses, unscrew the bolts connecting the device with the cochlea.

Now you can disconnect the faulty pump and replace it with a new one by bolting it. We connect the electrical wires to the place, connect the pipes, insert the snail back into the housing, and fasten with screws. Close the front bottom panel. It is recommended to pour some water into the tank to check. tightness hose connections.

Note: it is important to remember how the pump stood in the cochlea and how the bolts were tightened (you can take a picture).

Replacing the pump in the Bosch CMA (Bosch)

Replacing water pumps in Bosch washing machines different from replacing such pumps in a LG or Samsu washing machineng only a way to extract it. Namely, not through the bottom, but by removing the front wall.

First you need to disconnect the machine from the mains, unscrew the filter pump, and remove water from the drain system. Next, take a screwdriver, find under the hatch cuff hose clamp (there should be a metal ring with a spring), hook it up and carefully remove it.

After removing the clamp, disconnect the rubber cuff, and so that it does not interfere with you, you can push it into the drum. Now you need to remove the top cover by unscrewing the two screws on the back of the case, and sliding it back to the stop.

Squeeze the central retainer, pull powder container.

We unscrew the screws from the control panel. It is attached at the top, snaps. We remove and put it aside (up), it is not necessary to disconnect the wires.

Under the open hatch of the drain filter you will see a screw holding the bottom panel. Twist it, and shift the plastic to the left until it clicks. Then remove the panel and gain access to the two screws that secure the front wall.

After removing the screws, pull the front wall toward you and up, and disconnect it. Disconnect all connectors and wires on the front panel, including from the hatch lock.We remove the front wall to the side.

Now you can proceed to removing the water pump from the body of the MCA.

First you need to remove the pipes from snailssqueezing spring clamp with pliers. The first is removed the pipe coming from the tank, and then the drain.

Disconnect the power supply from the pump.

Now you need to unscrew the screws holding the snail with a filter.

We take out the device with a snail from the body of the MCA.

Press the latch with a screwdriver and scroll through the part relative to the cochlea until it detaches.

Before removing the cochlea, make a marker with a marker to remember the initial position of the parts to be separated, for subsequent proper assembly.

We connect the new pump to the cochlea, and assemble it in reverse order. But immediately, when you put the pump in place and put all the pipes on, check the connections for leakage. To do this, pour some water into the tank. If the connections are airtight, you can continue assembly.

Replacing the pump through the back wall

In models of the MCA firms Zanussi (Zanussi) and Electrolux (Electrolux) to get to the water pump can only be removed by removing the back wall.

As usual, before starting, it is required to de-energize the unit, and drain the remaining water.Then loosen the screws to remove the cover: they are located behind the unit. Pull the cover towards you and remove it. On the case at the back and on both sides there are screws that need to be unscrewed. Release the casing of the intake valve also from the screws.

Now pull the back wall toward you, and disconnect it from the case.

Removing the most washing machine pumps and its replacement was described above, and do not differ much in different models of machines. Is that maybe the difference in fastening to the snail (bolts or latches).

Replacing the pump in the SMA with the top load

In SMA vertically loaded This part can only be removed after removing one of the side walls. To do this, unscrew the side wall screws on the back of the CMA. At the bottom of the case in front it is necessary to unscrew another screw. If you pull the wall back and down - it is easily removed. The procedure for replacing a washing machine pump follows a standard pattern. Remember to check all connections for leaks before final assembly.

How to find the right pump

The marking of the SMA can be found in the passport or see on the unit case. To pick up to it the necessary model of the water pump is not difficult: it can be done through the staff of the service center.Finding out what kind of pump is suitable for this machine, and how much it costs, you can search it through the Internet to find the best price (including delivery).

As you can see, there is nothing difficult in replacing the washing machine pump. It is enough to carefully read the above instructions, step by step to follow all the recommendations - and the repair will not take much time and effort.