Error F4 in the Atlant washing machine: meaning and solution

Error F4 in Atlant cars without display

Atlant SMAs that are not equipped with a screen, when error F4 occurs, indicate a problem by flashing indicators. Which lights blink depends on the model.

• Atlant SoftControl. The error is indicated by flashing the “Rinse” LED.
• OptimaControl models. Code F4 is shown by blinking the “Wash” light.

Error interpretation

Error F4 on the display of the Atlant machine indicates that there is a problem in the drainage system and it is not possible to drain waste water from the tank. Before you call a technician and panic, you should find out whether there is a reason to panic and understand what the problem is.

On washing machines without a screen, the on/off light and the second indicator in the bottom row will light up.

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Error F4 - when you can fix it yourself

In some cases, the F4 error occurs due to trifles that can be fixed without the help of a wizard:

• Drain filter clogged . Before entering the drain pump, the water is cleaned with a special filter to remove threads, lint and other small debris. When clogged, the filter partially or completely blocks the drainage of water. To remove the blockage, you need to unscrew and clean the filter. Cleaning instructions can be found in your machine's owner's manual. If it is lost somewhere, see the instructions section for Atlant machines on our website.
• Kink in the drain hose . It is necessary to inspect the hose from the SMA to the sewer . If the hose is kinked or crushed, it must be released.
• Blockage in the sewer. A common cause of error is when the washing machine drain is connected to the sink siphon. The siphon becomes clogged and blocks the drain. To check for a clog, disconnect the drain hose from the drain and place the free end in the sink or toilet. Afterwards, turn on the wash cycle, wait until the water fills, and switch the program to drain. If the water drains freely and the error disappears, the problem is in the sewer system. You need to clean it yourself or call a plumber.
• Control unit failure. Sometimes the ATLANT control module produces a one-time “glitch”. Try turning off the power to the washer for 10-15 minutes. This time is enough for the board to “overload”. Then plug the SMA into the network. If the error disappears, it is a one-time module failure.

Causes of the failure and how to resolve it

The problem with the drain may be due to blockage or breakdown. First you need to check those problem areas that can lead to F4, but access to them is not difficult. You can find out why the machine does not drain water here.

The sewer is clogged

If there is a problem with the sewage system in the apartment, then it needs to be solved immediately . The washing machine cannot drain water from the drum if the drains are clogged.

This situation most often occurs when connecting a drain hose to a siphon in the kitchen, which may be clogged with food waste.

You can check that this is the case in this way - disconnect the hose from the siphon and throw it into the bathtub or sink. If water flows, then the problem with water drainage is not related to the washing machine. The solution is cleaning the sewer in the apartment .

Kink in the drain hose

If the hose that leads from the washing machine to the drain is crushed by furniture or twisted, water may not flow through it. As a result, the waste liquid remains in the tank, and the washing machine cannot proceed to the next stage of operation. It is necessary to inspect the surface of the hose to determine its condition and straighten it.

Despite its density and reliability, the hose may become seriously deformed. If there is any doubt about its condition, it is better to replace the part.

Clogged drain filter - how to fix it?

The drain filter is a unit that in washing machines serves to catch foreign objects from waste water that accidentally fall into the tank. It is located at the bottom of the facade panel behind the door.

The filter is a part that needs to be cleaned periodically . To do this, turn the filter counterclockwise. In this case, some water flows onto the floor.

If you remove the filter for cleaning when the washer is empty, not too much water comes out. But if there is a lot of water in the tank, then all of it may end up on the floor. To avoid a flood, you need to prepare in advance - prepare low containers for collecting water and rags.

How to clean the filter in Atlanta - on video:

One-time failure - what to do?

A failure in the control module is not a common, but quite possible situation that can happen to Atlant. If this is the case, then you should reboot - turn off the device for a quarter of an hour and turn it on again.

Blockage in the drain system of a household appliance

The Atlanta drain system is a whole unit that includes several parts. The blockage can be in any of them:

• water pump;
• pipe branch;
• hose;
• filter.

The user has free access only to the filter. Getting to the remaining nodes to clean them is more difficult. It may be necessary to disassemble the drainage system and check the permeability of each of them.

Pump failure

Pump - what is it? This is an element of the washing machine that drives water through itself and directs it to the sewer. If F4 lights up on the screen and the water does not drain, it could be either a blockage or a pump failure .

The impeller, the element of the pump with blades, often suffers. Coins that get into the drainage system, for example, can lead to breakdowns. If the pump fails, it is replaced.

Control block

The block is a board with radio elements connected by tracks. If one of them is burned out or the tracks are damaged, the signal to drain from the control module may not pass through. Even after gaining access to the board, it is not always possible to immediately understand what the problem is - diagnostics are needed.

When damaged radio elements are identified, they are replaced with new ones, and the tracks are resoldered . As a last resort (if repair is impossible), the circuit is replaced with a new one.

You can watch the repair of the control module in Atlanta in the video:

The firmware has crashed

If the firmware fails, various malfunctions in the operation of the washing machine are possible. The solution to the problem is flashing. It can be carried out by a specialist familiar with radio electronics.

Wiring damage

The electrical circuit involved in draining contains a control module and a pump. The remaining elements are purely mechanical and are not connected to electricity.

If the wires in this circuit are damaged or the contacts are loose, signals may not pass between the pump and the control module. In this case, the pump does not receive a drain command.

You can check the condition of the wiring only by gaining access to it . If there are damages, they are repaired. If necessary, change the entire cable. Attention is also paid to the condition of the terminals. If necessary, carry out cleaning.

Possible faults requiring repair

Unfortunately, it is not always possible to eliminate the error with code F4 on your own. According to the experience of RemBytTech specialists, in more than half of the cases it is a breakdown. Here are the most common faults that cause the error.

Drain pump - from 1,700 rubles.

Due to a broken part, the drain does not work.

Signs

The Atlant washing machine has not drained the water and the F4 code is on.

How to fix

The pump needs to be replaced.

Blockage in the drain tract - from 1200 rubles.

The most common places for blockages are the drain pipe, filter, hose or sewer. The water cannot leave the machine or leaves too slowly.

Signs

The Atlant washing machine has not drained the water and the F4 code is on.

How to fix

It is necessary to carry out diagnostics, find the location of the blockage and eliminate it.

Control unit - from 2100 rub.

The tracks have rotted or burned out or the radio elements (relays, resistors, etc.) on the board in the drain pump control circuit have failed. Sometimes the reason is a firmware failure.

Signs

The machine stopped with water and showed error F4. As a rule, the code lights up before draining: during washing or rinsing. In some cases, the error may appear and disappear.

How to fix

Board diagnostics required. Based on its results, the master:

• solders suspicious traces of the microcircuit;
• replaces failed elements;
• reprograms the board firmware.

In case of serious damage (for example, processor failure), the control module is replaced.

Damage to wiring and/or contacts in the drain pump circuit - from RUB 1,600.

For this reason, the signal is interrupted, the control board “does not see” the drainage system and generates an error. Damage is caused by vibrations (the cable with wires frays) and corrosion (contacts rot), and in private homes mice or rats often chew through the wiring.

Signs

SMA Atlant does not drain the water and issues code F4.

Home repairs

Before calling a technician to repair the machine, it is worth taking simple steps to eliminate error F4. It is possible that you can eliminate it yourself.

Eliminating a failure in the control system

In such a situation, you should turn off the machine using the power button, and then remove the plug from the outlet for 10 minutes. After turning it on again in case of an accidental failure, the device will work without problems.

Removing filter blockage

Threads, debris, loose change from pockets or loose buttons clog the filter, preventing water from passing through. A special sensor reacts to this and reports a problem. To remove the blockage, you need to manually drain the water - there is a special hole with a lid on the front panel at the bottom.

Water drain hole

Important! Even if the machine generated an error before the start of the program, there may still be water in the drain, so it is recommended to place rags before opening.

Next, all that remains is to remove the filter, clean it of debris and install it in place. Most likely, after this the device will turn on without any error messages.

Cleaning the drain hose

Sometimes the filter does not retain debris, and it ends up in the hose, where, due to its small diameter, it gets stuck and causes a problem with turning on. In this situation, the water is drained as described above, the hose is disconnected from the device and cleaned under a strong stream of running water. After installing it in place, you need to turn on the machine in spin mode.

Cleaning the sewer

Sometimes the failure is caused by the device being unable to drain water because the drain or drain is clogged. It is not difficult to check whether this is true: you need to remove the drain hose from the sewer or siphon and direct it to another place (for example, a bathtub). If the device then works without error, then cleaning the sewer is required. This can be done using special chemicals, but it is more effective to use a steel cable.

Drain cleaning cable

When should you call a specialist?

The situations described above can be resolved independently, but error F4 is not always resolvable at home. Below is a description of when professional repairs will be required.

• the coil from the engine to the pump came off;
• the pump motor burned out;
• The impeller on the pump broke.

• the control board burned out;
• due to moisture, oxidation of the board elements occurred;
• firmware failure;
• control processor is faulty.

If the culprit is a software failure, then the board will need to be re-flashed.

There is probably no power supplied to the pump or tank full sensor, or the signal from them is not sent to the control board.

The best way to solve a problem is to prevent it from occurring, so timely prevention and cleaning will prevent you from encountering such malfunctions at all.

Candy washing machine error codes

E01 - The system has detected a malfunction of the CM door locking device (the hatch does not lock, the indicators do not light up) E02 - Alarm about problems in the water filling system (the water level does not reach or exceed the nominal level), possible reasons: valve malfunction, clogged filter E03 - Alarm about problems in the water drainage system (there is no drainage or the drainage time has been exceeded) E04 - Signal about problems in the water filling system (the water level exceeds the established norm) E05 - The system signals about problems with the temperature sensor - there is no water heating, washing does not stop E07 - The system signals about problems with the drive motor - the tachogenerator is faulty E09 - The system signals problems with the drive motor (the shaft does not rotate) - problems with control

Instructions for diagnosing washing machine faults

Do-it-yourself washing machine repair - more than 50 detailed PHOTO INSTRUCTIONS for self-repair .

DIY repair

If your Bosch car shows error F 04 on the display, to solve the problem you will need to check the parts and components of the SM.

Tip: To quickly locate a leak, look carefully at where the leak started.

Fence hose

Carefully inspect the hose for damage or cracks that could lead to water leakage. If everything is in order, inspect the connection between the hose and the machine. There is a gasket there that could wear out. Then you need to install a new gasket.

Drain filter

If you have previously unscrewed the filter, you may not have installed it securely. A reliable sign of a filter leak is water under the washer. Unscrew it and reinstall it, tightening it tightly.

Hopper and dispenser

A sign indicating problems with the dispenser will be leakage on the front panel of the Bosch washing machine. The dispenser hoppers become filled with powders and rinses, which means there is a chance of clogging.

What to do: pull out the dispenser all the way, press the locking element in the middle and pull it out of the machine. Rinse the hopper and dispenser under pressure.

It happens that a high pressure of water entering the dispenser causes a leak. Turn the supply valve to reduce the pressure.

Now turn on the SM and see if error F04 disappears. If the code no longer lights up on the display, then everything is in order.

Hatch cuff

The cuff is leaky or damaged by small objects during washing. Water flows from under the hatch and a puddle forms under the SMA.

How to change it:

• Open the hatch door, pull the cuff.
• Use a screwdriver to pry up the metal clamp and pull it out.
• Remove the top panel of the Bosch washing machine.
• Unscrew the bolt securing the inner collar of the cuff.
• Remove the clamp from the grooves.
• From the outside of the hatch, remove the cuff along with the clamp.
• Install the new element in reverse order. Video to help you:

Tank connection

After making sure that all the parts are normal, you find that the error code F 04 has not disappeared. A puddle forms under the car.

Perhaps the connection between the filler pipe and the tank has become loose. If a malfunction is detected, you need to remove and dry the pipe. When installing, place it on glue.

It happens that the reason lies in the inlet pipe from the valve. To inspect, you need to remove the top cover of the Bosch washing machine, as shown in the photo. If necessary, install a working pipe.

Tank damage

This durable element of the machine can also fail. Reasons: loading items with sharp parts, small items in the pocket. If a defect in the tank is discovered during inspection, it must be replaced.

Drain pump

If, when checking the pump, you find wet spots underneath it, the internal seals are probably worn out. Need a replacement.

To avoid leaks, inspect and clean your Bosch washing machine filters on time. This will help prevent error F04 from appearing.

The SMA must be installed correctly and evenly, and the hoses must be properly connected and the connections strong.

How to avoid breakdowns in the future

But first of all, I would like to note that any breakdown can be prevented by your careful attitude to the equipment. If you follow the basic requirements for operating your device, you can significantly reduce the likelihood of it breaking:

• Do not allow foreign objects to get into the machine drum, as they may interfere with the drain,
• Use only high-quality laundry detergents and add them in the right quantities,
• Carry out periodic inspections and, if necessary, maintenance at a service center.
• Connect your device only to working outlets with a voltage of 220 volts.

What does error F4 mean for an Atlant machine?

Any automatic washing machine can handle washing a large volume of clothes, and many of them indicate faults with a special code on the display. Russian models, for example Atlant, are no exception. We will consider cases of error f4 and its solution in this article.

Atlant washing machines are equipped with a special system that is capable of diagnosing Atlant faults in components and parts.

The machine notifies the user of a breakdown with certain codes that appear on the control screen. Error f4 often appears when draining is difficult.

Atlant machines without a screen in the event of a similar breakdown simply will not drain the water, and the second indicator will light up.

At the final stage of washing, the control program provides for draining, and then error f4 may appear. The indicator indicates that the unit has not coped with the task, and it is impossible to drain the water. In this case, the owner of the machine must find out the cause of the breakdown himself or with the help of a technician.

The main reasons for the f4 indicator error are a clogged drain, a broken drain pump, and a broken connection between the drain pipe and the sewer. Sometimes you will need to replace some parts of the machine.

Owners of the Atlant washing machine should know the decoding of the f4 code to immediately solve problems with the device. First of all, carrying out independent actions, the user of the machine can check the drainage system for functionality by turning off the pump.

Most often, in this case, routine cleaning of the drain hose and filters will help correct the situation. If damage is found on the hose or filter, they must be replaced immediately.

The sunroof sensor, motor, pump valve, and contact wires may also be damaged, which requires professional repair.

If the f4 indicator error on the Atlant machine, you should immediately contact a washing machine repair specialist. This code may indicate serious malfunctions of the Atlant, so you need to consult a technician who can repair or replace parts.

How to eliminate f12 in a washing machine

Error F12 in the Atlant washing machine informs their owners about the lack of rotation of the drum drive motor or its incorrect operation.

Inappropriate motor operation can be caused by:

• Poor contact on the wiring block of the electric motor and control module or a broken wire. It is necessary to check and clean the terminal contacts, restore the wires in case of a break and lay them in such a way as to prevent their further chafing or breaking during operation of the washing machine.
• The resulting break in the windings. They occur when the washing machine drum is heavily overloaded with laundry or the tub bearings are jammed. Do not exceed the washing machine load. Before jamming, the bearing assembly, during the last washes, informs about its malfunction by gradually increasing noise in the spin mode;
• Atlant washing machines are equipped with commutator motors that have rubbing brush components. Over time, they wear out and the circuit in the motor power supply breaks. The brushes must be replaced with new ones. Replaced parts must match those being replaced. In this case, it is necessary to carry out a full inspection and preventive maintenance of the entire engine and cleaning of contacts and manifold lamellas;
• Voltage surges or motor breakdown often lead to a triac malfunction. This electronic component of the control unit directly controls the engine speed. When replacing it, it is also necessary to pay attention to the integrity of the soldering of the relays that turn on and reverse the movement of the motor. If there are cracks in the soldering, it is necessary to restore the reliability of the connections using soldering equipment. After soldering, you need to remove any remaining flux using alcohol-containing solutions.

If any fault codes occur on the Atlant washing machine, measures should be taken to eliminate them. Repair of the Atlant washing machine can be done with the help of specially trained technicians or you can handle the repair yourself. Any housewife can cope with such fault codes as the door error (the hatch door is not closed).

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