Let's consider replacing the bearing on the LG washing machine with your own hands at home. LG brand SMAs have proven themselves to be reliable and unpretentious, while having a stylish design that many consumers like. But even such washing machines are prone to breakdowns. One of them is wear on the drum bearings. And as a result - increased noise during spinning, sometimes becoming so loud that further operation becomes unbearable. In this case, replacement is necessary.
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Wear can be determined by significant play of the drum in different directions. Quite often in this case the belt begins to fly off if the machine is not equipped with a direct drive motor. If you wish and have the necessary tools, you can actually carry out such repairs yourself at home. To do this you need to remove the bearing.
- Preparation for repair
- Disassembling the LG washing machine
- Replacing bearings
- Assembling an LG washing machine
- Video
- Catalog of LG washing machines
Preparation for repair
Please note that sufficient space is required to complete the work. You will have to completely disassemble the car, removing additional equipment. Then you will need to take out the tank, divide it and pull out the drum. Please consider these points before starting repairs.
Repaired washing machine
Important! First of all, we disconnect the machine from electricity and sewerage. We also disconnect the inlet hose, having first shut off the water supply through it to avoid flooding.
The work will be carried out on an Ldzhi washing machine with a Direct Drive system with a 7 kg load of laundry. This model has a steam cycle, but this does not affect anything. You just have to dismantle the additional element. The device of other models is the same.
We prepare the tools:
- Slotted, Phillips, and Torx screwdrivers.
- Pliers.
- Wire cutters.
- Hammer.
- Punch.
- Ratchet socket wrenches.
- Penetrating lubricant like WD-40.
Possible difficulties
Difficulties that may arise when replacing bearings in an LG washing machine:
- If there is a feeling that when knocking out the bearing it does not come out or moves out unevenly, the cover must be turned over and the actions on the reverse side must be corrected.
- If the bearing wear is significant, this can lead to wear on the cover. In this case, it will have to be replaced.
- To avoid damaging its integrity during the process of removing the cuff, the clamp must be removed carefully.
- Sometimes some water remains in the hoses and tubes. You need to be careful not to get it on the electronics.
Replacing bearings
Note that there are specialized bearing pullers. But the cost of such a mechanism is: 4-5 thousand rubles. There is no practical sense in purchasing them for one-time repairs. Therefore, we use a hammer and a metal drift, which can be a chisel. This is the best option.
Let's start with the oil seal. We pry it off with a strong screwdriver and pull it off. If it doesn’t work right away, then soak it in a penetrating lubricant.
Then we knock out the outer bearing. Place the tank on a stand and strike with a hammer, moving the drift in a circle. As a rule, this is the easiest dismantling.
Then remove the inner one in the same way. If difficulties arise, use VD-40. This procedure is quite loud, so it can be moved outside so as not to irritate the neighbors.
Important! When dismantling, it is allowed to hit the inner rim of the bearing. During installation - absolutely not!
Installed new bearing
We clean and dry the seat and begin installing the new repair kit. We carry out the work in reverse order. We install the oil seal last. Before installing it, apply lubricant to the skirt, as well as the internal spring. For convenience, we use old bearings, cleaned of oil and dirt. That is, we hit them. This will avoid distortion during installation.
It is recommended to fix the oil seal using glue or self-tapping screws.
After cleaning the tank, carefully inspect the shaft, especially the oil seal seat. LG is the only company that has this part made of stainless steel. If repairs are carried out a long time after the bearings begin to fail, this area may be damaged by rust. For small flaws, the situation can be corrected using fine sandpaper. If there is significant damage, then boring or seating of an additional ring is necessary. In this case, an oil seal with a different standard size is selected.
When does it need to be changed?
The following signs will indicate that it is time to replace the bearing in your washing machine
Extraneous noise that occurs during washing or while rinsing clothes. This may include metallic clanging, knocking and grinding sounds.- Poor quality spinning. Due to the destruction of the bearings, the drum does not pick up speed, so the laundry remains wet.
- Washing machine imbalance. When the drum rotates, it will sway violently from side to side.
- Damage to the edges of the cuff. This may serve as an indirect sign of bearing wear.
You can determine that it’s time to change a part even without disassembling the washing machine. To do this, just unplug it, place your hand on the top of the drum and swing it. It should move with the tank on the springs, but there should be no play between them. If there is free play, it means the bearing has begun to deteriorate.
Assembling an LG washing machine
Front Panel Installation
When connecting a tank, it is recommended to apply high-temperature plumbing silicone to the joint to eliminate possible leaks due to deformation of the rubber gasket.
All steps for assembling the washing machine are performed in reverse order and do not cause any difficulties.
Adviсe:
- When disassembling, you can photograph the stages sequentially.
- All screws and self-tapping screws are screwed back in. This will avoid confusion.
How much does a master's work cost?
If you cannot cope with replacing the bearing on your own, you should contact a specialist. You can find a specialist by looking at an ad in a newspaper or on the Internet. Another option is to contact a service center. If the machine is under warranty, the repairs must be paid for by the manufacturer of the household appliance.
In a workshop, bearings are inserted using a special press, so it will be installed efficiently and will not fly out of the socket. The cost of repair work starts from 3,300 rubles.
To minimize the risk of encountering scammers, you need to contact trusted professionals or large service centers with a positive reputation. You also need to check with a specialist in advance how much the repair will cost.
Stage 6. Freeing the tank from fasteners
After removing the front wall, access to all elements of the washing machine opens. Disconnect from the tank;
- pipelines to the filling valve;
- pipe to the drain pump;
- rotor and wires to the stator (in direct drive models);
- wires going to the heating element, temperature sensor and electric motor;
- drainage pump wiring;
- pressure sensor pipe.
We also dismantle both counterweights (larger in the upper part of the washer and smaller in the lower) and shock absorber mounts. After this, unhook the springs and pull the tank out of the washing machine body.
Tools and accessories
At the first sign of a malfunction, it is difficult to understand that the problem is worn out bearings. The “symptoms” will not be expressed enough, and not everyone will be able to guess why the direct-drive washing machine began to knock. As time passes and the unit wears out more, wear marks may appear on the back of the tank. Also, when rocking the drum with your hand, you will notice quite a bit of play, and when spinning, the machine will begin to hum and make noise like a rocket engine. With such obvious signs, it is easier to diagnose a breakdown.
You need to change the bearings on an LG machine as soon as possible, otherwise the shaft will gradually collapse, and there will be a need to change the tank-drum assembly completely.
Before repairing the machine, you should prepare the tools and parts that will be needed in the process. First you need to purchase bearings and an oil seal for a direct drive washing machine. It is important to find out the model and serial number of your “home assistant” and buy spare parts that are suitable for it. Here are a few examples of what size components will be required for certain machines:
- models F 1068 LD, ElG WD 1030 R, WD 1274 FB, WD 8022 CG, WD 8023 CB, WD 8050 FB, WD 8074 FB, WD 10130, WD 10150 S – oil seal 37x66x5/12, bearing 205-206;
- LG WD 1050 F, LG WD 1074 FB – oil seal 35.75x66x5, bearing 205-206;
- LG WD 6002 C, ElG WD 6007 C and WD 6212 – oil seal 25x50x10, bearing 203-204.
What is an oil seal? This is an O-ring that protects the bearing from water. In most cases, it is the damaged rubber band that causes the knot to collapse. If cracks appear on the gasket, liquid seeps into the metal elements, washing away the lubricant, which accelerates wear.
To change components yourself, prepare the following equipment:
- screwdrivers (positive and negative);
- hammer;
- bit;
- a set of keys of different diameters;
- pliers;
- WD-40 aerosol;
- metal pin;
- moisture-resistant sealant (required when reassembling the tank).
For a comfortable renovation you need a lot of free space. The ideal option is to take the direct drive washing machine to the garage. If this is not possible, disconnect the equipment from the house communications and drag it to the center of a spacious room. When all the tools and components are ready, you can begin disassembling the machine.
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