Error F-05, F5 in the ARISTON washing machine: what does it mean in Hotpoint Ariston and how to fix it. Washing machines are designed by manufacturers to operate without failure for many years, but over time, these complex household appliances malfunction due to wear and tear of their component parts and components.
Newer models of machines are equipped with an intelligent system for recognizing emerging faults, and when they occur, the product informs with an error code on its display. This makes it easier for us to cope with our assistant’s illness, sometimes on our own, without the help of specially trained people.
Often, the reasons for the failure are not related to any malfunctions of the household appliance, but appear due to improper use of the washing machine. Such reasons may include inappropriate voltage in the supply network, incorrect installation and connection of the product, exceeding the permissible load, the ingress of foreign objects when loading the drum with laundry, and many others.
Error f-05 on an Ariston washing machine is a common problem with a failed washing program. Error f05 occurs due to wear of some parts and due to foreign objects and deposits in the washing machine.
But in both cases, you can deal with the malfunction on your own; this does not require a large number of tools and devices; the most important thing is to be patient and follow the exact instructions of people competent in this matter.
What does error f05 mean in an Ariston washing machine?
If the Ariston washing machine shows code f05 on the display some time after turning it on, this means that there are some problems with switching the washing mode to the rinse mode, or from rinsing to the spin mode.
In this case, the machine stops the specified program, but in most cases of such an error, the water remains in the tank. The washing machine has many parts and components that are controlled by an electronic module.
The electronic module, in turn, when performing a given program, relies on the readings of certain sensors, which inform it about the completion of all steps of the washing cycle. One of these sensors is a pressure switch. This unit is responsible for monitoring the filling of the tank with water to the required level and also informs the control unit when the used cleaning solution is completely drained.
If there are any incorrect pressure switch readings that do not correspond to the program, the electronic unit stops the washing machine and displays a fault code. If there is no water drainage, there is code f05.
Error F 05 - what to do, and in what cases you can fix it yourself
- Control failure. Washing machine electronics sometimes make mistakes. And the drain error message appears randomly. To resolve the failure, you need to restart the SMA. To do this, turn off the machine with the power button and unplug the plug from the socket for 5 minutes. Then plug it back in and press the on/off button. If the error was false, code F 05 will no longer appear.
- There is a blockage in the filter. Often the water does not drain due to debris trapped in the drain filter of the Ariston washing machine. Animal hair, threads from clothes, and debris from pockets gradually accumulate and clog the gap, so water stops passing through. For normal operation of the washing machine, the blockage must be removed. To do this, first drain the water from the drum manually, for example, through an emergency drain hose or any other method described in the article “How to drain water from a washing machine if it is broken.” Then open the small hatch (it's usually located at the bottom of the car in the right corner of the front side), unscrew the drain filter and remove any debris. Before unscrewing the filter, place a cloth under the washer to avoid leaving the floor with residual water. After cleaning, carefully screw the filter back and turn on the wash. If error F05 disappears, then the cause has been eliminated.
- Clogged drain hose . Sometimes lumps of debris slip through the pump into the drain hose and block the water from draining. To solve the problem, similar to the previous point, first, drain the water from the tank manually. Then disconnect the hose from the washing machine and drain. Then find the plug, mash it and rinse the hose under a strong stream of water to remove the blockage. Reconnect the hose, start any washing program, wait until the Hotpoint Ariston washing machine fills with water, then force the spin program on. If the error does not appear, and the machine drains the water and spins the laundry, then the cause of its occurrence has been eliminated.
- Blockage in the sewer. A clogged siphon or sewer pipe is a common cause of error F 5 on the Ariston SMA if the drain is installed directly into the sewer system and not into the bathtub or toilet. Diagnosing the problem is easy! Pull the opposite end of the hose out of the drain, lower it into the bathtub, toilet or bucket and force the spin program on. If the error disappears and the machine drains the water and starts spinning the laundry, it means your drain is clogged. You can clean it using a cable and special tools, but the siphon needs to be disassembled and washed.
We also recommend that you read the “Troubleshooting” section in the instructions for your Hotpoint-Ariston washing machine. It lists common problems that you can solve on your own. If the above recommendations do not help, and error F 05 still prevents the Ariston washing machine from operating, call a specialist for professional repair.
Reasons for error f05 on an Ariston washing machine
Error F05 in the Ariston washing machine occurs for a number of reasons:
- Electronics can sometimes malfunction due to inappropriate voltage in the supply network or failure of some electronic components that make up the entire control unit.
- It is best to let a specialist in this field of repair deal with such a malfunction.
- Independent attempts may lead to additional financial costs for the purchase of a new expensive module;
- A common cause is a clogged drain system.
It occurs in different places in the drain line:
- In the pipe from the tank to the drain pump. An obstacle to draining water there can be made by small things that were pulled in during washing from the drum. Such items can be children's clothes, socks, handkerchiefs, parts of candy packaging, etc.;
- In the drain pump filter. This filter element is designed to prevent foreign objects from entering the drain pump to prevent it from jamming. Gradually, a lot of toothpicks, ear sticks and clothing accessories collect in the filter. With their accumulation, it becomes difficult for the drained water to pass into the sewer and when the drain command is given, code F05 appears on the Ariston washing machine;
- The drain pump itself is faulty. The drain pump in washing machines includes a “wet rotor” in its design, rotating on bushings directly in the drained water itself. Due to the strong hardness of the water, the shaft and bushings wear out and the rotor jams in the stator. This can happen at first unnoticed by users due to the pump operating “every once in a while.”
- The machine can perform the washing mode flawlessly and switch to rinsing, but during one of the rinses refuse to drain the water completely, and the module will receive positive readings from the pressure switch. But experienced housewives begin to notice poor quality of washing due to such incorrect operation of the pump, which then completely fails and code f05 appears. A jammed pump impeller can also be caused by a piece of toothpick passing through the filter.
- Threads from clothing can also get wrapped around the pump shaft;
- Drain hose clogged. It occurs gradually through the growth of scale deposits on the internal walls, gradually narrowing the passage for draining water. The weak points are the connections between hoses and sewers; in these places the internal diameter is smaller than usual and becomes overgrown with scale faster. When connecting the washing machine drain to the siphon of a sink or washbasin, the siphon sump may become clogged;
Possible faults requiring repair
We have been troubleshooting Ariston and Hotpoint Ariston washing machines since 2003. 5878 passed through the hands of the masters ! The table contains typical breakdowns that cause the drain error F 05 / F 5 on the Ariston SMA.
Malfunction of the pump (drain pump) - from 1,700 rubles.
The reason may be:
- broken pump motor coil;
- pump motor short circuit;
- impeller damage
In old cars, the main reason for pump failure is the exhaustion of the clock life. With new ones, small objects get into the pump.
Signs
Hotpoint Ariston SMA does not drain water, hangs on washing or rinsing and shows error F 05.
How to fix
The pump needs to be replaced.
Clogged pump (drain pump) - from 1200 rubles.
Small parts, for example, parts of a children's construction set, rubber bands, hairpins, bra underwires, slip through the drain filter, get stuck in the pump and block its operation.
Signs
When trying to drain the water, the Ariston machine buzzes, but does not drain the water, and then writes error F5.
How to fix
It is necessary to disassemble the pump and clean it of debris.
Clogged drain pipe - from 1200 rubles.
The pipe is located between the tank and the drain filter and sometimes becomes clogged with small items of clothing (buttons, socks, handkerchiefs, etc.), parts of material (for example, threads of runners, rugs, bedspreads) or the contents of clothing pockets (most often, coins).
Signs
When trying to drain the water, the Ariston machine buzzes, but does not drain the water, and then writes error F5.
How to fix
The pipe needs to be cleaned.
Failure of the control board (electronic controller) - from 2000 rubles.
Main reasons:
- burnt/oxidized tracks on the board;
- damaged radio components in the circuit (resistors, diodes, capacitors, relays);
- firmware failure;
- failure of the microprocessor.
Signs
In the Hotpoint Ariston machine, the program gets confused and code F05 is displayed. The error may appear during any program cycle (washing, rinsing or spinning) and even immediately after starting the program (before the water is filled).
How to fix
A module with a failed processor cannot be repaired and must be replaced.
In other cases, most often, they make do with repairs. It is necessary to eliminate damage to the board (restore tracks, replace radio components). If the firmware fails, you need to reflash the electronic controller. If repair attempts are unsuccessful, it is necessary to replace the control module completely.
Faulty pressure switch - from 1,700 rubles.
Due to a breakdown, the water level sensor does not generate a signal about an empty tank. It still seems to him that there is water in the drum, although the machine has drained the water.
Most often, the cause of a pressure switch failure is damage to the membrane or a short circuit in the sensor connection circuit.
Signs
Ariston washing machine:
- during washing or rinsing, drained the water and stopped, displaying code F 05;
- stuck on the spin cycle without completing the program and shows this error, the door does not open
How to fix
The pressure switch needs to be replaced.
Problems with power supply to nodes - from 1600 rubles.
There is no supply voltage at the pressure switch or drain pump or the signal between these components and the control board is interrupted.
The reasons may be:
- oxidized or broken contacts;
- broken wires;
- short circuit in the wiring to the pressure switch or pump.
Signs
Ariston washing machine:
- stopped at washing, rinsing or spinning;
- randomly turns on the drain;
and gives error F5 / F05.
Ways to eliminate error f05 in an Ariston washing machine
If you decide to resolve error f05 in the Ariston washing machine on your own, then you should look for the cause in the following order:
- First of all, disconnect the machine from the electrical network;
- Then move it away from the wall so that by tilting it back you can place a container (in the form of a bowl or basin) under it with a volume of about 7-10 liters and unscrew the drain pump filter. The water will drain from the tank, pay attention to the presence of foreign objects in the filter, water in the container and in the sink itself (from which the filter was unscrewed);
- The pump impeller in the shape of a cross is clearly visible in the sink. Scroll it and make sure it rotates freely;
- If, when dismantling the filter, the water does not drain from the tank, then the blockage has formed directly in the pipe leading from the tank to the drain pump. It is necessary to remove it and clean it of things that have fallen there;
- If the pipe and filter are clean, the pump impeller rotates freely, then check the drain hose from the pump to the sewer. This can be done from different ends using air pressure or water from the tap. If the hose is connected to the sewer through the sink siphon, check the siphon sump and clean it;
- We check the pressure switch tube with air pressure, and also inspect the pressure switch contacts for the presence of oxidation;
- If all the steps taken are unsuccessful, then we dismantle the drain pump. To do this, unscrew it from the body of the washing machine complete with filter, remove the hoses and wires from it, and take it out. Then we disconnect it from the filter housing. We check the resistance of the stator winding with a multimeter; it should be in the range of 170-230 Ohms. We check its shaft for the presence of transverse play by shaking it by the impeller. If possible, remove the rotor from the pump and check for wear on the shaft. If wear is visible, the pump should be replaced.
- The fact is that mechanical wear on the shaft and bushings provokes the rotor to jam in the stator, and this can happen at the initial stage of wear and not every time the drain is turned on. A malfunction of the drain pump can only be eliminated by replacing it with a new analogue; the original part is best suited. Moreover, today there are few manufacturers of drain pumps of decent quality.
How to avoid error f05 on an Ariston washing machine
It is impossible to completely avoid the occurrence of error f05 due to the inevitable temporary wear of the drain pump itself, but you can slow down its production. You can also avoid unnecessary blockages in the drain system.
For this:
- When putting laundry into the drum of the machine, carefully check the contents of the pockets and the reliability of fastening the clothing accessories;
- Wash small items in special bags;
- To avoid scale formation, use only high-quality water and detergent when washing;
- When connecting the washing machine, pay special attention to the installation of the drain hose. It should not have sharp bends, where a jam forms. Also, the drain hose should be connected to the sewer at a height of 50-60 cm from the floor level, but it is not recommended to connect it too high. It should not be much longer than the required size, this will make it difficult for the pump to freely drain waste water;
- Periodically, it is necessary to carry out preventative maintenance on your washing machine to remove grease, scale and other unwanted deposits. This procedure will not only clean the machine of dirt but also prevent the appearance of unpleasant odors on clothes after washing;
- To avoid damage to the electrical parts of the machine, the device should only be used when the required voltage is stable and in well-ventilated areas. It is not allowed to use electrical appliances during a thunderstorm.
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