How to replace the heating element in a Haier washing machine?

If after 20 minutes from the start of a high temperature wash the hatch glass remains cold, it means that the water is not heating up. In most cases, the reason for this is a broken heating element. It is dangerous to operate a machine with a faulty tubular heater, so you need to check the element as soon as possible. Let's figure out how to perform diagnostics and replace the part if necessary.

We purchase the necessary spare part

You can replace the heating element in a Haier washing machine yourself, without calling a technician. This procedure is quite simple and quick and does not require any special knowledge. No special tools are needed either – you will need a screwdriver, a drill, a 10 mm socket and a multimeter. It is important to purchase a suitable heater. It is better to dismantle the faulty heating element and take it to the store. In order not to make a mistake with your choice, you must:

• Remember the marking applied to the tubular heater (the designation is engraved on the part),
• Dictate the serial number of the Haier washing machine to the sales consultant.

It is very important to correctly determine the power of the heating element. Most Haier models have 1800-watt heaters.

"Indesit" heaters cost half as much. They are completely compatible with Haier washing machines in terms of power and design. Buying a new heating element for a washing machine is not a problem. You can order the part online on the manufacturer's website or direct intermediaries. Another option is to contact a service center, specialists will help you select a heater.

Heater Replacement Instructions

Even a "newbie" can change the heating element with his own hands. The work will take about 15-20 minutes. It is very important to follow safety regulations - before you start disassembling the machine, be sure to de-energize it, turn off the water supply tap. The washing machine must be moved away from the wall to gain access to the rear part of the body. The further algorithm of actions will be as follows:

• Inspect the back wall of the automatic machine, find the technical door (it takes up most of the panel),
• Take a screwdriver or a drill, unscrew the bolts located around the perimeter of the service hatch, and move it aside,
• Find the heating element. It is located below, under the washing machine tank, on the left side,
• Disconnect the power terminals from the heating element. It is better to take a photo of the wiring diagram to avoid mistakes during reassembly,
• Disconnect the temperature sensor contacts,
• Take a 10 mm socket and unscrew the central nut of the heater,
• Remove the heating element from the "nest".

It is worth noting that the temperature sensor is not removed from the Haier heating element. Therefore, when replacing, you will have to either buy a branded heater with a thermistor or buy a similar element of another brand and figure out how to disconnect the thermistor from the standard part. Then you can proceed to installing a serviceable tubular heater. Install the new heating element in the socket, secure it in the housing with a nut.

Having fixed the tubular heater, you should put all the terminals back in place. It is important not to make a mistake with the location of the wires, so it is better to focus on the previously taken photo. Then it remains to fix the door of the technical hatch, screwing all the screws back. If you are not sure that the problem is in the heater, test it with a multimeter. A working heating element, with a power of 1800 W, should produce a resistance of 25-28 Ohms.

Switch the tester to the resistance measurement mode, apply the probes to the heater contacts. If the screen displays a value close to the standard, the heating element is in good condition. A one on the multimeter display indicates a break inside the element, zero indicates a short circuit in the part.

Additionally, the heating element is checked for breakdown. The multimeter is switched to the buzzer mode, one tester probe is applied to the heater terminal, the other to the body. If the device beeps, then the tubular element is faulty. This is how you can replace the heating element yourself. After completing the repair, you should check the machine. Start a high-temperature wash with an empty drum, make sure that the water is heated. Also, check for leaks in the tubular element area. If everything is in order, you can use the washing machine without fear.