When is a Whirlpool dishwasher repair needed, what are the causes of the malfunctions and how do I fix them myself? You will find the answers to these questions in the article.
The American brand Whirlpool has maintained its market position for more than a century, but products of this brand came to the EU much later. Despite this, the Virpul dishwasher conquered the Europeans and ended up in Russia, confidently recommending itself. But, technology - there is technology, so some parts fail faster than others, and some malfunctions are caused by third-party factors.
Whirlpool dishwasher error codes are compiled and described in detail in a separate article.
Causes of damage to the Virpul dishwasher
If the dishwasher does not work, the cause may be:
- Failure of drain pumps - the machine stops draining water due to a pump breakdown or due to natural wear of the part.
- Leaks - in branch pipes or in places of consolidations. Caused by the complexity of the design of the PMM hydraulic system.
- Poor water supply, or a blocked tap of a water pipe.
- Short circuits of wires, a blown heater and other reasons cause the machine to trip, so the machine stops working.
- Power surges are dangerous for dishwashers equipped with electronic control. Changes in the network can lead to a complete breakdown of the module, then it will require repair or replacement.
- Residues on the dishes clog the filters, which can cause errors and breakdowns.
- Power problems are caused by a broken outlet or a damaged power cord.
- Detergent compositions of poor quality. Manufacturers of well-known brands of dishwashers recommend using certain detergents that will not harm the equipment. If you decide to save on "chemistry", then it is more than offset by the cost of repairs.
- Non-observance of the rules for the use of PMM - loose closure of the door, improper loading of dishes, washing of items that cannot be placed in the machine.
Now you know why the dishwasher refuses to work. We proceed to repair typical malfunctions of the Virpul dishwasher.
How to repair a dishwasher with your own hands
We offer you to familiarize yourself with the most typical failures for PMM Virpul. There are few of them, but you need to know what to do and how to fix the failure - with your own hands or call the master.
Impellers do not work
If the sprinklers stop spinning and spray water, then the circulation pump is to blame for the breakdown. The part is needed for the circulation of water in the system when washing dishes. If the pump does not work correctly, then the water that must be sprayed does not flow to the impellers. Sprayers stop spinning and supply water, the washing process stops.
Troubleshooting is about replacing a broken pump. To do this, you need to know how to disassemble your Whirlpool model. If you can’t cope at home, contact the service for qualified assistance.
Dishwasher does not drain
Most Whirlpool models may display error codes such as E6 or F4. The cause of the breakdown may be a drain pump - it drains the water from the machine after washing or rinsing the dishes. If the pump fails, then the water remains in the system and the PMM is blocked.
To fix the problem, replace the pump.
Also, the water does not drain if the plastic elbow in the sewer system is clogged - at the place where the drain hose is connected. It is easy to neutralize the damage with your own hands - just clean the knee. If you can’t do it yourself, consult your plumber.
The washing mode does not turn on
Not sure how to start a mode if it doesn't turn on? If the control module is to blame for the breakdown, it is unlikely that pressing the buttons on the panel again will help the machine start up. When there is a failure in the module, it stops sending “commands” and the wash cycle does not start.
On how to turn on the machine when the module breaks down, a service worker knows thoroughly. In most cases, the firmware of the unit is required, less often, its complete replacement.
Now you know the typical breakdowns of dishwashers manufactured by Virpul. To eliminate some of them, tools and special efforts are not needed. We recommend entrusting complex failures to specialists in order to avoid even more expensive repairs - no one is safe from an error.
Be especially careful if the Virpul dishwasher is still under warranty - after independent intervention, the coupon will simply “burn out”.