The variety of washing machine models leads to the fact that in the absence of operating instructions, a simple action - choosing a compartment for loading washing powder - becomes a problem.
Information about where exactly you need to pour the powder and fill in the conditioner will help you avoid mistakes and set up the Indesit washing machine for high-quality work.
Where and how to pour the powder product correctly?
The powder receptacle in the Indesit washing machine is a special retractable tray located in the upper left corner of the front panel. The tray is divided into three sections, each of which is intended for detergent used by the machine at a certain stage of washing:
- The compartment marked with the icons “I”, “1”, “A” is used when the pre-wash mode is started. This compartment can be filled with both dry washing powder and liquid and gel detergents.
- The compartment marked with the icons “II”, “2”, “B/B” is filled with dry powder or liquid detergents used for the main wash.
- The compartment with the image of a flower or the “*” icon is used for conditioners and rinses.
Since emollients are produced in liquid form, the compartment marked flower additionally has a fill limiter (division or mesh) above which the tray cannot be filled.
If for some reason there are no markings on the compartments, in order not to make a mistake about where exactly you need to pour (fill in) the detergent, you need to focus on the size of the trays .
So the largest compartment is responsible for the powder necessary for the main wash. The medium-sized tray is used when starting the prewash. The smallest compartment is necessary if the housewife wants to improve the quality of washing with softening agents, conditioners and antistatic agents.
What happens if you put it in the wrong place?
It is not without reason that the powder receptacle is divided into compartments. The whole point is that the machine gradually selects the required amount of detergent in accordance with the specified program. Gradual mixing of powder with water ensures the highest quality and safe washing.
Should we expect serious problems if the powder is poured in the wrong place? No. The only thing that can happen in a situation where the powder is poured into the wrong cell is that the quality of the wash will suffer .
Differences for Indesit washing machines with vertical and horizontal loading
Unlike Indesit washing machines with horizontal (front) loading, in which the powder receptacle is located in the upper left corner of the front panel, in washing machines with vertical loading the tray for household chemicals is hidden from view. You can see it only by lifting the hatch cover.
The powder receptacle in top-loading washing machines consists of several pockets into which detergent is poured (filled) to a certain level . The inscriptions on the pockets will tell you where to put the powder.
As with horizontal-loading washers, the symbols “I”, “1”, “A” indicate that this compartment is used for pre-washing. The icons “II”, “2”, “B/B” will tell you that powder for the main wash is poured into this compartment, and fabric softener is poured into the tray with a flower.
Atlant machine breakdowns: we repair them ourselves
Are Atlant washing machine malfunctions and their elimination your main problem today? Let's look at common failures one by one.
SMA Atlant does not start
If you were unable to turn on the washing machine, then start by checking the outlet, using any other working electrical appliance.
If the socket is working, then proceed to check the surge protector and controller. The entire electrical component of the machine is hidden under the top cover - removing it is easy: just unscrew 2 bolts.
Having found the electrician, check the wiring and terminals - you will notice oxidized or burnt-out components with the naked eye. Having carefully examined everything, arm yourself with a tester and test the network filter and cable. If the cable is faulty, replace it. Often stores offer the cable already complete with a surge protector - if you need to replace both parts, you will save a lot.
If you understand that the problem is not in the electrics, but in the electronics, which is also confirmed by the non-working start button of the washing machine, be prepared for the fact that repairing it yourself in this case is almost impossible. You need a good knowledge of not only the electrical circuit of the Atlant washing machine, but also electronics. It is better to trust a specialist - repairs can be much cheaper than eliminating the consequences after tampering with electronics yourself.
Heating element: self-check and replacement
The Atlant washing machine needs to be partially disassembled. To find the heating element, check it and replace it, follow this scenario:
- Remove the back panel.
- Find the heating element (usually it is located under the drum). First you need the water heater terminals.
- Remove all wires. Remove the terminals from the temperature sensor, if in your case it is built into the heating element itself. In certain models of washing machines, the temperature sensor is not built into the heating element and is installed near it.
- Taking the necessary tool, gradually unscrew the bolt in the center of the shank. Turn the nut just a couple of turns to the left. After that, try to direct it inside the body.
- Take a slotted screwdriver (minus) and hook the heater by the base. Slowly loosen the part and remove it, pulling it towards you.
- The new heating element is installed in the same way as the old one is removed. Before performing this operation, clear the installation area of debris.
This video shows how to replace a heater using an Indesit machine as an example:
Temperature and level sensors in the Atlant machine: checking and replacement
A breakdown of the water level sensor (pressostat) most often occurs during the intake and drainage of water from the machine. The sensor must inform the controller about the level of water collected so that it stops the collection process and the tank is not overfilled. In the same way, the sensor informs the module that the water has not been drained, so the machine cannot spin the laundry. If the sensor fails, then no signals are sent - you need to check and change the sensor.
Speaking about the failure of the temperature sensor, the trouble is that if it breaks down, the washing machine heats the water too much or, on the contrary, does not heat it at all. You can determine if the sensor is working properly as follows:
- Remove the back panel and remove the sensor (from the heater or tank, depending on where it is located in your SMA Atlant model).
- Arm yourself with a tester and check the resistance. After this, immerse the sensor in water and warm it up slightly for a couple of minutes. After heating the temperature sensor, measure the resistance again. If the measurements differ significantly, then everything works as it should (and then the breakdown should be looked for in the heater or controller). If the data is the same, then the sensor needs to be replaced.
How to fix breakdowns in the drainage and water intake system yourself
If the washing machine has stopped draining waste water, then the first thing that needs to be inspected is the water drain hose, then the filter and drain pump. If small debris gets into the filter, which accumulates there over time, the machine cannot push water through. As a result, this can all end not only in the fact that the water does not drain, but also in the complete stop of the machine’s operation.
Cleaning the drain filter should be tightly included in your household chores schedule - this will help protect the CM from breakdowns, blockages and unnecessary expenses for repairs. And cleaning the hose takes no more than two hours. The pump (drain pump) in all Atlant machines is located at the bottom of the body; to get it, you just need to lay the machine on its side and get to the pump from the bottom.
If you need to replace a drain hickey, this video will help you do it correctly:
Can it be placed directly into the drum?
There is a myth that by pouring washing powder directly into the drum of the washing machine, you can reduce detergent consumption. In fact, this is not true.
If washing powder is mixed with water in measured doses from the powder receptacle, the detergent is washed out of the washing machine drum very quickly, which has an extremely negative effect on the quality of the wash.
Also, pouring powder into the drum increases the risk of laundry damage (undissolved particles of bleaching substances can cause whitish spots and streaks on colored fabrics).
pour powder into the drum of the Indesit washing machine only in exceptional cases:
- there is a problem of lack of water pressure (as a result, the washing powder remains in the powder receiver tray);
- Due to internal problems, the washing machine does not pick up the detergent poured into the tray.
A special dispenser will help you pour washing powder into the drum correctly (without negative consequences for laundry and household appliances). This is a small plastic jar with a large number of holes in the lid.
The dispenser is filled with detergent and then placed inside the drum along with dirty clothes. The powder is gradually mixed with water through the holes of the dispenser, thereby ensuring maximum washing quality.
Pros and cons of machines of this brand
Atlant washing machines have been produced since 2003. The Belarusian company of the same name specializes exclusively in the assembly of units, purchasing components from foreign manufacturers. If we talk about the advantages of machines of this brand, we can highlight:
These are general advantages; the advantages of specific models need to be analyzed separately. If we talk about the disadvantages of Atlanteans, we should highlight:
Before buying a specific Atlant washing machine, you should carefully read its characteristics and study real customer reviews. This will help you understand all the pros and cons of the unit in advance.
Quantity
The amount of powder required for high-quality washing is determined by the following factors:
amount of dirty clothes (1 tbsp of powder is enough for 1 kg of dry laundry);- degree of soiling of the laundry (the more stains, the greater the powder consumption);
- water hardness indicator (high-quality washing in soft water requires less powder than in hard water);
- a specified washing program (in order to wash things in the “cotton” mode, you will need at least 6 tablespoons of powder, and in the “synthetic” mode, only 3 tablespoons of detergent).
Detailed information about the standards for using washing powder can be found on the manufacturer's packaging. Such recommendations should not be ignored.
Exceeding the norm is fraught with problems with drainage (foam, particles of undissolved powder clog the hoses). Also, do not reduce consumption. Saving powder means poor washing quality.
Features for other detergent compositions
The variety of laundry detergents makes you think about how to properly load them into the washing machine.
Gels
Concentrated gel-like liquid products cannot be poured into the main wash compartment (everything that gets into the tray will simply flow down the walls into the tank without having time to mix with water).
Gels or liquid powder are poured directly into the drum of the washing machine using special measuring balls with holes.
Air conditioner
Do not pour conditioner into the main wash compartment. Otherwise, the product will be washed out at the very beginning of the process and you can forget about the effect of soft tissue.
For the conditioner there is a special compartment of the dispenser (powder receptacle) marked with the symbol “*” or a flower.
Bleach
Products intended for removing stains from clothes (bleaches, stain removers) are poured together with washing powder into the pre-wash compartment.
There is no need to experiment by pouring bleach directly into the washing machine drum. Aggressive chemicals, not diluted with water, destroy fibers and change the color of the fabric.
Capsules
Gel capsules or tablets for washing are loaded directly into the drum (bottom) of the Indesit washing machine.
Reacting with water, the capsules quickly dissolve , ensuring complete removal of stains from clothing.
You should not put gel capsules or tablets into the powder receptacle. In a short time of supplying water to the tray, the capsules do not have time to completely dissolve, which significantly reduces the quality of the wash.
How much washing powder is needed for washing?
In this life hack we will tell you where to put the powder in the washing machine.
, pour into the washing machine and fill in all kinds of conditioners.
Most of us have already used automatic drum washing machines, although there are still those who use vertical, or even Malyutka-type machines. Especially for these people, and also for those whose wife has gone on a business trip or vacation, but needs to continue doing laundry for themselves and their children, we will tell you where to put the powder in the washing machine.
Adviсe
Do not pour aggressive detergents (bleaches, stain removers) into the washing drum. Direct contact of chemical reagents destroys not only fabric fibers, but the rubber cuff surrounding the entrance to the washing machine drum.
To protect the walls of the powder receptacle from mold and limescale, after each wash the trays are thoroughly cleaned of undissolved detergent particles. At least once a month, the powder receptacle is removed from the housing and washed under running water with a brush and soap solution.
You should not put the powder dispenser in the drum if you plan to wash at temperatures above 60°C (the plastic may become deformed).
Detailed operating instructions for Indesit washing machines are presented in this section.
Caring for the washing machine cuvette
In order for the powder receptacle to work properly for a long time, it is necessary to follow a number of recommendations.
After each wash, it is necessary to remove all remnants of laundry detergents (rinse aid, powder), as well as excess moisture, and then dry the cuvette, leaving it open. Periodically, air conditioner must be poured into the compartment. After soaking, the cuvette is removed from the niche and then thoroughly washed with a brush.
At the same time, the walls of the hole are also cleaned, where dust and accidentally spilled powder often accumulate.
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