The washing machine gives electric shocks, what to do?
Well! You can tell that an electric current other than love passes between you and your washing machine. Indeed, when you touch your washing machine, you get an electric shock. Especially if your hands are wet ... This is very unpleasant and above all worrying. React quickly to avoid receiving any more sparks. Read below the origin of this problem and solve it as soon as possible.
THE POTENTIAL CAUSES FOR THIS FAULT:
WARNING
Before you do anything to your appliance, make sure you disconnect it from the power supply.
There is a risk of electric shock.
Wear suitable protective gloves if you need to dismantle anything.
There is a risk of getting cut or injured.
A grounding defect of the electrical installation
Do you feel an electric shock when you touch your washing machine? Faced with this situation, start by checking that your electrical installation is properly grounded. Otherwise, stray currents will not be eliminated and it is your body that will ensure the passage between the machine and the ground. A tingling while in contact with the washing machine, especially when you touch the metal drum with wet hands, is not normal. Also check that the washing machine is plugged into a power outlet with a grounded stud (groundedsocket). If not, we recommend that you call an electrician to ground the electrical circuit of the washing machine.
Careful! Use a dedicated wall socket for each appliance (washing machine, dryer, dishwasher). It is forbidden to use an extension cord to connect a number of large household appliances.
The wiring of the washing machine is damaged
If your installation is properly grounded, these electrical discharges can be explained by the malfunction of an internal component. Sometimes, damaged wiring can cause the presence of an electrical current on the metal parts of the machine. Always unplug the device of course! Then disassemble the top panel to inspect the connectors for any cut, faded or bent wires. You can then intervene to repair the damaged cable and solve the problem.
The resistor is leaking electrically
A lack of insulation on the washing machine can also come from an electrical leak at the level of a defective resistor/coil. The heating element is located on the back of Ariston, Samsung and Indesit brand devices. On the other hand, you will find it at the front of Bosch, Siemens, Neff or AEG washing machines. Normally, this anomaly should cause your electricity meter to blow a fuse. If this is not the case, it will be necessary to control the resistance using a multimeter set to the Mega-ohm position. This test will be done once the device is electrically unplugged! Unplug all connectors from the resistor and place a tip on one of the 2 terminals of the heating element. The other tip will be positioned on the ground terminal or washing machine frame. If a value is displayed it is that the part is leaking and it will be necessary to change it. Do not hesitate to alternate the tips of the tester on the terminals of the resistor.
Buy a washing machine resistor
The drain pump is no longer properly insulated
Finally, more rarely, an Out of Service drain pump can cause an electrical current leak that will circulate through the metal walls of the machine and cause small discharges. Check the item and replace it if necessary.