Disassembling the AEG washing machine

The need to disassemble the AEG washing machine arises suddenly. The equipment begins to leak, knock, or vibrate strongly, which indicates problems with the crosspiece, tank, or bearing assembly. Local repairs cannot be avoided here - it is necessary to dismantle almost all elements of the system. You can get to the bearings and drum at home. In order for the complete disassembly of the machine to take place without unpleasant surprises and “extra” parts, you must act strictly according to the instructions.

How to remove the drum correctly?

Before you start disassembling the AEG washing machine, you need to prepare. The first thing the machine does is to disconnect it from all communications and move it to a place convenient for dismantling - to the center of the room or workshop. The second step is to equip the work area by covering the floor with oilcloth and rags. We immediately collect the tools: screwdrivers, a screwdriver, a hacksaw, a set of wrenches, a hammer and a drift. Having prepared, we begin the repair. Disassembly begins by removing the top cover:

• Using a 8mm socket, unscrew the bolts holding the top cover (they are located in the upper corners of the rear panel);
• we move the “top” by pushing it back, and, removing it from the grooves, disconnect it from the body;
• we take out the powder receptacle (you need to release the latch by pressing on the plastic tab in the rinse aid compartment);
• use a screwdriver to pry up the outer clamp located on the hatch cuff and slightly stretch the spring and pull it off;
• remove the rubber band and insert it into the drum;
• we release the screws that were “hidden” behind the powder receptacle;
• Using a 7mm head, unscrew the bolts securing the instrument panel from the sides of the front panel;
• using a screwdriver, disconnect the board from the case;
• remove the technical hatch door and unscrew the bolts holding the front panel;

When disconnecting the drain pipes, be careful - the remaining water in the pipes will flow out of them!

• unhook the bottom panel from the body, not forgetting to release the drain pipe;
• remove the front panel by first pulling it towards you and then lowering it, thereby releasing the latches;
• disconnect the wiring from the UBL;
• loosen the fasteners on the central and upper counterweights, remove the blocks;
• disconnect the drain pipe;
• dismantle the shock absorbers, interference filter and intake valve;
• unhook the pressure switch hose from the drum and remove the level sensor itself;
• unscrew the bolts holding the metal bar and remove it to the side;
• We remove the dispenser from the body by unscrewing the screw, loosening the clamp in the lower left part and unhooking the pipe.

The front and top parts are finished. Now you need to turn the machine around backwards and work on the back side. Using a 7mm head, we unscrew the screws around the perimeter of the panel, after which we disconnect the “door” and get free access to the crosspiece and the drive. Then be sure to:

• pull the drive belt off the pulley;
• disconnect the wiring from the heating element;
• we remove the conductors from the engine chip.

The tank, freed from pipes, wires and parts, can be finally dismantled. To remove the container, you will have to loosen the structure by removing the container from the provided latches and grooves. There is no need to worry about the weight of the drum - without counterweights it is quite light.

"Halving" the tank

The complete disassembly of the AEG washing machine does not end with dismantling the tank. The removed container should be placed on a soft “stand”, for example, an old car tire.It is important to position the part with the cross facing up for subsequent cutting and knocking out the shaft.

AEG washing machines often have one-piece tubs, which must be cut by hand when disassembling.

Before you begin “halving,” you must completely empty the tank of remaining parts. This is done so that when cutting with your own hands you do not damage the components and mechanisms. So, for security reasons:

• the pulley wheel is unscrewed with a 17mm head;
• the electric motor is freed from the fasteners using the 8-head;
• the heating element is dismantled using a 10 tool;
• shock absorbers are removed from the grooves;
• the pipe comes off.

The next step is cutting. The procedure will require a drill, drill, bolts, screws, degreaser, heat-resistant sealant and a saw with the minimum possible thickness. You will also need a marker to mark the locations for new fasteners. Then we proceed like this:

• drill holes in the marked places, aligning the drill;
• turn the tank over so that there is a drain hole at the bottom;
• carefully saw the tank strictly in the center of the seam (it is important to cut to the middle, then return to the starting point and start cutting in the opposite direction);
• remove the drum.

Now we remove the oil seal, and use a drift and hammer to knock out the bearings. Afterwards, thoroughly clean the seat using WD-40. That's all - disassembly of the AEG is complete.

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