If your washing machine is leaking, you need to install leakage protection. We will consider all the options and also talk about what Aquastop is in the washing machine and what programs are already installed to prevent leakage.
Why does the washing machine leak
Faced with such a nuisance, it is necessary to act promptly. If the leak is not fixed in time, you risk not only the breakdown of equipment, but also the repair of the room - yours or the neighbors below.
There are many reasons that lead to leakage:
- the use of low-quality washing products;
- non-compliance with user instructions;
- manufacturing defects;
- damage to seals and nozzles, etc.
The first thing to do when leaking is to stop the water and drain it from the tank. Only by shutting off the water supply valve and turning off the washer from the network, you can proceed to the inspection - to determine the place of leakage.
Reason 1. Hose
You need to conduct a thorough inspection of the water supply hose. Use ordinary toilet paper as a tester: you can use it to find all the damage and places of leaks.
If the hose became the cause, then the malfunction can be eliminated quickly and practically without expenses:
- If a gap is found at the connection point of the inlet hose to the machine body, replace the gasket. At the same time, you can check the filter mesh at the time of clogging.
- For mechanical damage, seal the puncture with a patch using waterproof glue. In this case, the electrical tape does not hurt.
Important! The surest way to fix the breakage is not to repair the hose, but to replace it.
Reason 2. Powder collector
When water begins to flow in the machine immediately after receipt, the cause may be the dispenser - a compartment for washing powder. For example, unsoluble particles of powder may get stuck in it or a precipitate from dirty water may form.
In such a situation, proceed as follows:
- Pull out the dispenser and thoroughly clean all corners with an old toothbrush.
- Replace the dispenser.
- Run the machine for testing.
Water should not come under high pressure, so if necessary, screw on the water supply valve.
Reason 3. Pipes
Your inlet valve may be damaged in your washing machine. In this situation, you have to remove the top of the machine and replace the parts. If the problem is in the nozzles for water collection, it is not necessary to change the part, it is enough to seal it well.
Important! The reason for the failure of the pipes is the tough savings of manufacturers. Poor-quality products quickly lead to equipment breakdown.
Reason 4. Rubber cuff
Having discovered a leakage of water from the door, you can be sure: the rubber cuff intended for sealing the door has suffered.
Everything is very simple here: disassemble the door and remove the seal, seal it with a patch. If the gap is large, it is recommended that the seal be replaced with a new sleeve.
Reason 5. Drum
With frequent washing of shoes, clothes with metal products, the drum may be damaged. If this is found, contact a specialist who will replace the drum.
If you want to save money and try to replace the drum yourself, read our instructions.
Options for protecting your washing machine from leaks
Many budget washers and mid-priced cars do not provide protection against water leakage. What can happen to a machine that lacks protection?
In such models, water flows from the water supply through a flexible hose for the washing machine. Often they have no bottom, or it is covered with a plastic panel. If the inlet hose ruptures, water collects and then flows to the floor.
In order not to arrange a flood, experts advise closing the valve after turning off the washer. You can also install one more protective system yourself using inlet hoses with valves.
But more expensive cars attract many buyers with protection installed from the factory. You can safely purchase the latest models of cars of such brands as Asko, Ariston, Bosch, Zanussi, Siemens, Electrolux, AEG, Miele.
Partial Leakage Protection
Let's see how partial protection works.
Models providing such protection have a special pan, inside which a float with an electric switch is installed. When a leak occurs, water is collected in the pan, when it reaches a certain limit, the float rises, exerting an effect on the switch.
The plus is that with a leak the washing machine automatically stops working, the drain pump drains the water.
Important! You can find out about the leak by the error code on the display. For instance, E1 code appears in the EJ, and in the Samsung brand model - E9.
If there is water in the pan of the washing machine, it is necessary to drain it, and then carefully inspect the equipment, finding the cause of the malfunction.
A partially protected washing machine is a model that only operates when water flows inside the appliance. In the event of a hose rupture, a flood is guaranteed anywhere. In such a situation, it is best for you to purchase inlet hoses with valves.
Varieties of hoses:
- A hose equipped with a block with a peephole is connected to the water supply. Inside the block is a plunger that is held by a spring.
When the hose breaks, water enters, the spring weakens, and the plunger prevents water leakage. The peephole turns red, warning of danger.
The spring-loaded hose protector guarantees quick response, so you can prevent the flood and breaking the washing machine.
Important! Such a hose has one significant drawback - after it is activated and notifies of a leak, it will have to be dismantled.
- This hose is identical in principle to the first type of operation, the only difference is that several magnets are turned inside the unit and turned to each other. Due to this, the plunger is held before the water flows into the protective unit.
This hose, like the previous one, must be replaced immediately after activation. - Hose with electromagnetic safety valve. As long as the power cord of the washing machine is not connected to the network, the plunger shuts off the water supply. When you turn on the machine, the valve opens.
Menalux protection is the installation of a special hose that guarantees reliability and prevents leakage.
Complete leakage protection - a guarantee of reliability and stable operation
In models equipped with full protection, the Aquastop system with the following elements is provided:
- pallet;
- float;
- hose with solenoid valve.
The principle of the system is to operate when:
- tank leakage;
- rupture of nozzles;
- high level of formation of foam, its output.
In addition, an emergency operation occurs if the main and protective valves do not work. You can turn off Aquastop by installing a valve that automatically stops the water supply.
Conclusion: how to protect the machine from leakage
If you are concerned about the problem of water leakage, it is recommended to purchase more expensive models of washing machines that provide partial or full protection against overflow.
Only high-quality machines with positive reviews will cope with washing clothes and will last you for many years without serious breakdowns and leaks.