How to remove the door lock of an Indesit washing machine

To remove the door lock of an Indesit washing machine, you do not need any special tools or many years of experience. Anyone can dismantle the lock; you will only need a screwdriver and a hex key. If you follow the instructions, you can complete the task in just 10-15 minutes. We will tell you about the upcoming process in more detail.

Removing Door Lock

You won't have to spend much time getting ready for work. All you need is to bring a screwdriver and a hex key to the machine - the tools will be needed to remove the fasteners. Be sure to de-energize the equipment, disconnect the machine from the water supply and sewerage system and move it away from the wall. This will open free access to the rear wall of the case. The further algorithm of actions will be as follows:

• Unscrew a couple of bolts securing the housing cover,
• Remove the top panel by pushing it forward slightly and lifting it up (this will release the latches, and the cover will give way),
• Tilt the machine back slightly and slide your hand down the front wall,
• Feel the connector with the boor lock wires (if you can’t find the part, use a flashlight),
• Unscrew the 2 bolts that secure the locking device (it is better to hold the lock on the other side with your free hand so that it does not fall),
• Pull the released lock out through the top of the washer.

When the first method of dismantling the blocking device does not work, you can try to remove it in another way. To do this:

• Open the machine door wide,
• Remove the outer clamp securing the hatch cuff,
• Tuck the sealing rubber inside the drum,
• Unscrew the door,
• Remove the locking mechanism together with the door lock.

It is better for a beginner to try to get the lock through the top of the washing machine. In this case, you will not have to touch the cuff. It is not so easy to return the sealing rubber to its place; due to inexperience, having made a mistake, you can easily break the tightness of the machine, which will lead to leaks.

Let's test the lock correctly

Before you run to the store for a new locking device, be sure to test the old lock. It may be fully functional, and you won't have to change it. Find the electronic circuit diagram of the door lock in the machine's manual. You'll need a multimeter to test the blocker.

The tester is switched on and switched to the resistance measurement mode. Then one probe of the multimeter is applied to the "zero", the second - to the "phase" of the blocker. Next, it is necessary to evaluate the readings displayed on the display. If it is a three-digit number, then the door lock is normal. Other values ​​​​will signal a malfunction.

Finding a similar replacement part is very easy. Blockers are sold in specialized stores and are inexpensive. When choosing components, be sure to tell the seller the serial number of the machine and the model’s name.

Why does the lock break?

In some cases, the user may notice that the door of the Indesit washing machine closes only halfway. Only the mechanical "tongue" works, but the hatch does not lock. In this situation, there are problems with the door lock. This means that the control module does not receive a signal that the system is sealed, so the "brain" does not start washing.

In case of such a malfunction, the indicator usually flashes on the washing machine control panel. Modern models with a self-diagnostic system display the error code corresponding to the problem.

What is the purpose of electronic locking? It is necessary to protect the door from being accidentally opened. Due to the locking device, the hatch cannot be opened, even if force is applied. This eliminates leakage. If the locking device is broken, the machine will not start the cycle. Various factors can lead to such a malfunction. Let's figure out which ones.

• Trivial wear and tear. If the machine has been in use for several years, the bimetallic plates of the lock wear out. This disrupts the electrical conductivity of the part and the operation of the mechanism as a whole. Repair will not help in this situation; you will have to change the door lock.
• Clogging. It happens that the blocking device chip simply gets clogged with dust and other debris. In this case, cleaning will help restore the functionality of the element.
• Problems with the control module. Sometimes the reason is not in the door lock itself, but in the electronic unit that receives signals. If the tracks on the board burn out or the triacs break, the "brain" cannot normally control the operation of the washing machine. As a result, the machine does not lock the door.

If the problem is in the lock, then anyone can fix the machine. It is enough to remove the device, following the instructions, clean it or replace it with a new one. If the reason is in the control module, then it is not recommended to do the repair yourself. You can only make the situation worse if you "get into" the electronics without sufficient knowledge and experience. It is better to entrust the diagnostics of the main unit to specialists.