Why the washing machine does not heat water during washing

One of the most common failures in washing machines is that it does not heat the water during washing. Those who are professionally engaged in the repair of washing machines know all the possible causes of this breakdown and can easily determine them. But for ordinary users, such a breakdown is equal to a disaster, because it is difficult to wash clothes in cold water. In the current economic situation in the country, not everyone can afford to call the master and try to fix the problem on their own.

Here we will analyze all the causes of breakdowns associated with heating water in the washing machine and help to eliminate them.

How to know that the machine does not heat water

First you need to make sure that the washing machine does not really heat the water. Many housewives, when taking clothes out of the washing machine, notice that it is cold, after which they decide that the machine has broken down and does not heat the water. In fact, the laundry after washing should be cold, because it is rinsed with cold water.

In order to determine whether the unit heats the water, you need to start washing after about 15 minutes, but before the first drain of the water feel the glass of the loading hatch with your hand. It should be hot or warm, depending on the heating temperature.If within half an hour from the start of washing the hatch remains cold, then you have a problem with heating the water or you have set the washing program incorrectly.

Wrong choice of washing program

As a rule, all washing machines have a variety of washing programs with different water heating temperatures. If it seemed to you that the washing machine stopped heating water, then first of all check which washing program you have set And what is the heating temperature.

Also on some models there is an opportunity to manually select the required washing temperature. Check if the washing temperature is correct and if it is sufficient. Also note that with a separate setting you cannot set the heating temperature higher than that set by the default washing program.

Heating element malfunction

If you are convinced that the water in the tank does not heat up and the washing programs are set correctly, then one of the most obvious malfunctions is the failure of the heating element (heater). But, before removing the heating element itself, need to check the wiring, which goes to him for defects. Although this is unlikely, wires can still be damaged during operation of the unit. If the wires are damaged, then you should solder them and insulate them, and then check the operation of the washer.

But, most often, the heating element itself fails, because it constantly heats up, then cools down, thereby reducing its lifespan. Also, the heating element is constantly in the water, which leads to the formation of scale on it, which also has a bad effect on its performance. To remove scale, you need to use one of the ways to clean the heating elementdescribed in the article at the link.

If you take good care of your washing machine and regularly descale it with Antiscale, then such a malfunction will visit you less often.

To check its performance, you will need a multimeter, with it you can check the integrity of the heating element, for more information on how to do this, see this video:

If you are convinced that the malfunction is exactly in the heater, then the next step is to buy a new one. TEN for washing machine.

Once a new heater is purchased, you just need to replace it, it's not very difficult to do, but you need to approach this matter responsibly. Different washing machines may have heating elements in different places, but usually you need to remove the back cover to access it, then find the heating element, disconnect the wires, unscrew it, remove it and then insert a new one, twisting everything back.
Detailed instructions for heating element replacement you can see in this video:

Broken water temperature sensor

The heating sensor in the washing machine is responsible for turning on the heater in time and turning it off when the water reaches the set temperature. If this sensor fails, then, accordingly, the washing machine can no longer heat water and replacing it will correct this situation. As a result of this breakdown the washing machine can continue washing for a long time or vice versa to finish it faster.

Check the temperature sensor can be done in the following way:

• Remove the sensor from the washing machine and measure its resistance with a multimeter.
• After that, place the sensor in hot water and measure its resistance again.
• If the resistance of the sensor is very different in the heated and cooled state, then it is working, if not, then the thermostat needs to be replaced.

How to replace the temperature sensor in the washing machine, see the video:

Broken programmer

If you have checked all of the above options and all the details are in good order, and the washing machine still does not heat the water, then it is most likely that the programmer in the washing machine has broken down, which is essentially its “brain” and controls all programs.

The programmer breaks due to various reasons: it can be a power surge, a faulty heating element, or just a factory defect.

In the event that a software module breaks down, it most often requires replacement and, in rare cases, must be repaired. Unfortunately, or fortunately, but without the help of a specialist here you are unlikely to be able to do. That's why we we recommend calling the masterwhich will help fix the damage.

Washing machine takes a long time to heat water

It often happens that the machine heats the water, but it does it much longer than the time set for it, and, as a rule, the owners do not even pay attention to it or simply close their eyes resigned to the problem.

However, this problem can lead to more serious consequences, such as failure of the heater and failure of the software module.

This situation arises due to the fact that over time, the heating element is formed large amount of scale, which prevents the normal heating of water.

To fix this problem you need in the powder tray put a couple of tablespoons of citric acid and run the longest washing program at the maximum temperature (90-95°C) with an empty drum, plus include an additional rinse. After washing, rinse the powder tray under water.

All of the above methods have been tested in practice and are used in the repair of washing machines, but in any case, you yourself are responsible for the malfunction of the equipment caused by your incompetence in the matter of repair. That's why we recommend that you call the master and entrust the matter to a professional.