10

TLE – Industrial Arts:

Electronics Product
Assembly and Servicing
Quarter 1 – Module 3
Diagnose Faults of
Electronically Controlled
Domestic Appliances
(Week 3)

0
 What I Need to Know

This module contains information and suggested learning activities in Maintaining

and Repairing a Washing Machine. Additionally, pre-testing and disassembling-
assembling procedures of a washing machine are included to comply with the
standard operating procedure. There are forms to accomplish for proper
documentation.

This module covers only one lesson;

● Diagnose Faults of Electronically Controlled Domestic Appliances

After going through this module, you are expected to:

1. observe systematic pre-testing procedure in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions;
2. check and isolate circuits using specified testing procedure;
3. document results of diagnosis and testing accurately and completely
within the specified timeframe;
4. explain identified defects and faults based on the result of diagnosis and
testing; and
5. provide data/information regarding the status and service ability of the
unit as per procedure

What I Know

Use a separate sheet in answering the test. Be sure to write the following:

Name: ________________________________ Grade and Section: __________________

Yr. Level & Subject (Specialization): ______________ Module No.: _______________
Name of the Activity (e.g., What I Know) _________________ Date: _______________

Directions: Choose the letter of the best answer.

1. A magnetic wire that is wound around a metal core, creates an

electromagnetic field when energized.
A. Relay C. Yoke
B. Coil D. Triac
2. It refers to a domestic appliance that washes clothes and linens.
A. Blender C. Vacuum Cleaner

1
 B. Microwave Oven D. Washing Machine
3. In a washing machine, it serves as a washing tub.
A. Drain Hose C. Pulsator
B. Drum D. Top Cover
4. It is a hand tool used in holding, gripping and cutting of wires.
A. Blade cutter C. Screwdriver
B. Pliers D. Soldering iron
5. It is a measuring instrument used to measure resistance, voltage and
current.
A. Ammeter C. Voltmeter
B. Multimeter D. Wattmeter
6. An input receiver that detects input signals coming from forward and reverse
motors.
A. Sensor C. AC supply
B. Relay D. Comparator
7. It is a device that is responsible for the conversion of electrical energy into
mechanical energy to facilitate an act of washing.
A. AC cord C. Spin timer
B. AC motor D. Wash timer
8. A circuit that controls the amount of power supplied to the motor.
A. Comparator C. Drive belt
B. Power controller D. AC cord
9.In a washing machine, it serves as a passageway out of water.
A. Drain Hose C. Pulsator
B. Drum D. Top Cover
10. It is a rotating part inside the tub of a washing machine and responsible for
making the water spin.
A. Drain Hose C. Pulsator
B. Drum D. Top Cover

What’s In

Use a separate sheet in answering the test. Be sure to write the following:

Name: ________________________________ Grade and Section: ________________

Yr. Level & Subject (Specialization): ___________ Module No.: ________________
Name of the Activity (e.g., What I Know) ________________ Date: ______________

Directions: Label the parts of the washing machine.

2
 19. 1.
18. 2.
17.
3
4.

5.
16.

15.
6.

14.
7.

13.

12. 8.

11. 9.
10.

What’s New

Electronics technicians help design, develop, test, manufacture, install, and repair
electrical and electronic equipment such as communication equipment, medical
monitoring devices, navigational equipment, and computers. They may be employed
in product evaluation and testing, using measuring and diagnostic devices to adjust,
test, and repair equipment. Electronics technicians may also work as sales workers
or field representatives for manufacturers, wholesalers, or retailers giving advice on
the installation, operation, and maintenance of complex equipment and may write
specifications and technical manuals.
Common washing machine problems can range using too much detergent, to water
covering your floor. Some are easy fixes and others may require hiring a professional
to diagnose and do the repairs. However, in most cases, with a little bit of
troubleshooting you'll be able to at least have a good idea where the problem
originated.
There's never a good time for your clothes washer to act up, but taking action sooner
vs. later can help keep a small problem from developing into something far greater.

3
We've compiled a list of the most common washer problems to help you troubleshoot
and plan your next step of resolving your situation.

What is It

Pre-Testing and Troubleshooting a Washing Machine (Electronically

Controlled)

Procedure and Techniques in Pre-Testing an Electronically Controlled Washing

Machine
1. Be sure you understand how the washing machine operates. If possible, read the
operation’s manual first for its function and additional features.
2. Determine what the problem really is.
3. Perform preliminary inspection to locate where the problem has originated.

4. Perform closer inspection into the suspected parts or components.

5. Use appropriate instruments in initial testing of the appliance. (With the aid of
an ohmmeter, connect the test prods to the AC plug, turn on the timer switch and
observe the pointer of the ohmmeter. If resistance is observed, the power line as
well as the motor is in good condition. If the pointer did not move it means an open
circuit.)

6. Plan your approach to repair the problem.

Diagnosing and Troubleshooting Procedure/ Guide:

SYMPTOM: Washer is not energized.

POSSIBLE DEFECT PROCEDURE CORRECTIVE MEASURE

Power cord Check the continuity of the Replace power cord if

power cord using ohmmeter. necessary
Fuse Check the continuity of the Replace fuse if necessary
fuse using ohmmeter.
Timer Check for the continuity of Replace timer if necessary
the timer using ohmmeter.

SYMPTOM: Washer is energized but not spinning.

POSSIBLE PROCEDURE CORRECTIVE MEASURE
DEFECT
Starting capacitor Check the condition of the Replace starting capacitor if
capacitor using ohmmeter. necessary

4
Disconnected Check the continuity of the Replace/reconnect capacitor
capacitor capacitor wiring using wiring if necessary
ohmmeter.
Broken belt Check the size/ specification Replace belt
of the belt for replacement.

SYMPTOM: Pulsator doesn’t rotate normally.

POSSIBLE DEFECT PROCEDURE

Loose belt Check the fitness of the belt from the motor to the
pulley.

Check the motor fixing screw/nut.

Gear box assembly Unplug the unit from the power source. Turn the
pulsator clockwise (cw) and counterclockwise (ccw)
and see if the pulley responds accordingly. If not, the
assembly is defective.

Timer Turn on the washing machine and observe the

interval of motor rotation(cw/ccw). If the interval is
not normal, the timer is defective.

SYMPTOM: Abnormal Noise and Vibration

POSSIBLE PROCEDURE CORRECTIVE
DEFECT MEASURE
Friction between Unplug the unit from the power Tighten screw.
pulsator and source. Turn the pulsator
wash tub clockwise (cw) and
counterclockwise (ccw) and
check the tightness of the screw.
Check the pulsator for Replace pulsator
misalignment or deformed spline.
Presence of Check for unnecessary materials in Remove foreign
foreign matter between the pulsator and wash tub. material/s with care.

Over tightened Check the belt for its tightness. If Adjust the wash motor
belt too tight, loosen the two nuts of the accordingly.
wash motor prior to adjustment.

5
 What’s More

Use a separate sheet in answering the test. Be sure to write the following:

Name: ________________________________ Grade and Section: _________________

Yr. Level & Subject (Specialization): _________ Module No.: ___________________
Name of the Activity (e.g., What I Know ________________ Date: _______________

Directions: Write the name of the parts of the washing machine. Give a possible
SYMPTOMS you encounter in these defective parts of the machine and How to
fix it?

DEFECTIVE PARTS SYMPTOMS HOW TO FIX IT?

1.
2.

________________________

____________________

_____________________

6
 What I Have Learned

● Washing Machine is a domestic appliance that washes clothes with

the aid of water and detergent.
● Top Cover is used to cover the tub.
● Pulsator is a rotating part inside the tub and responsible
for making the water spin.
● Drain Hose is an outlet that serves as a passageway out for
water after spinning has been done.
● Side Cover Tub is the main casing/housing for the parts of the
unit.
● Drum serves as a washing tub.
● Water Supply Hose is an inlet of water.
● Tub is a drum-like component in which water, clothes and
soap are put together prior to washing/spinning.
● Yoke: Heavy-duty frame that encloses and supports the parts of the
relay.
● Coil: Magnetic wire that is wound around a metal core. Creates an
electromagnetic field when energized.
● Armature: A relay moving part. The armature opens and closes the
contacts. An attached spring returns the armature to its original
position.
● Contacts: The conducting part of the switch that closes or opens a
circuit.
● Coil is a wire wound around a metal core. If this coil of wire is energized,
an electromagnetic field is produced causing the COM terminal to
connect with NO terminal.
● Relay is an electrically operated switch.
● Triac is one type of thyristor that functions as an electrically controlled
switch for AC loads.

What I Can Do

Pre-Testing and Diagnosing/ Troubleshooting an Electronically Controlled

Washing Machine (ECWM)
Use a separate sheet in answering the test. Be sure to write the following:

7
Name: ________________________________ Grade and Section: __________________
Yr. Level & Subject (Specialization): ______________ Module No.: _______________
Name of the Activity (e.g., What I Know) _________________Date: ________________

Directions: Provided with the resources, perform the procedure and techniques in
pre-testing and troubleshooting a washing machine.

Resources:
Service manual of ECWM
Washing Machine (functional and defective)
Activity sheet/ Forms
Tools and Equipment Needed
Pliers
Screwdrivers
Volt-Ohm Milliammeter
Cleaning materials
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Procedure:
1. Let one of your classmates acts as the owner of the washing machine subject for
maintenance or repair.
2. Perform the procedures in accepting and pre-testing an appliance.
3. Accomplish the receiving and repair form and copy the form for diagnosis/
troubleshooting in a separate sheet to be filled-up with necessary information as
you perform the activity.
4. Provide information regarding the status and serviceability of the appliance.

Receiving and Repair Form

Customer’s name: _______________________________________________________

Address: ________________________________________________________________
Product/ Brand name: ___________________________________________________
Serial no: ________________________________________________________________
Complain: _______________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
Washing Machine Checklist
CONDITION
PARTS
GOOD DEFECTIVE
Top Cover
Pulsator
Drain Hose
Side Cover Tub
Drum
Water Supply Hose
Tub
AC cord

SYMPTOM:

8
 POSSIBLE PROCEDURE CORRECTIVE
DEFECTIVE MEASURE
PART

Remarks:

Student’s Signature____________________ Date prepared: _____________

Teacher’s Signature____________________ Date checked: _____________

Criteria Not Yet Sometimes Always Score

Observed Observed Observed
1 3 5

Proper use of tools and equipment

Used of PPE

Forms for recording results is

available

Testing area well ventilated and safe

from hazards

First aid tool kit for emergency is

prepared

Assessment

Use a separate sheet in answering the test. Be sure to write the following:

Name: ________________________________ Grade and Section: __________________

Yr. Level & Subject (Specialization): ____________ Module No.: ________________
Name of the Activity (e.g., What I Know) ______________ Date: _________________

Directions: Read each statement carefully and write the letter and word/s of
your answer on a separate sheet.

1. It is an audio/ sound signal device to confirm or indicate that a task

programmed, or set is done or a problem occurred.
A. Buzzer C. Sensor

9
 B. AC cord D. Comparator
2. It is used to transmit power from the electric motor to the transmission through
the drive belt.
A. Motor C. Motor pulley
B. Lid switch D. Water filter
3. A magnetic wire that is wound around a metal core, creates an
electromagnetic field when energized.
A. Relay C. Yoke
B. Coil D. Triac
4. It refers to a domestic appliance that washes clothes and linens.
A. Blender C. Vacuum Cleaner
B. Microwave Oven D. Washing Machine
5. In a washing machine, it serves as a washing tub.
C. Drain Hose C. Pulsator
D. Drum D. Top Cover
6. It is a hand tool used in holding, gripping and cutting of wires.
A. Blade cutter C. Screwdriver
B. Pliers D. Soldering iron
7. It is a measuring instrument used to measure resistance, voltage and
current.
A. Ammeter C. Voltmeter
B. Multimeter D. Wattmeter
8. An input receiver that detects input signals coming from forward and reverse
motors.
A. Sensor C. AC supply
B. Relay D. Comparator
9. It is a device that is responsible for the conversion of electrical energy into
mechanical energy to facilitate an act of washing.
A. AC cord C. Spin timer
B. AC motor D. Wash timer
10. A circuit that controls the amount of power supplied to the motor.
A. Comparator C. Drive belt
B. Power controller D. AC cord
11.In a washing machine, it serves as a passageway out of water.
A. Drain Hose C. Pulsator
B. Drum D. Top Cover
12. It is a rotating part inside the tub of a washing machine and responsible for
making the water spin.
A. Drain Hose C. Pulsator
B. Drum D. Top Cover
13. It is an electronic device that automatically blows if a short circuit occurs.
A. Capacitor C. Fuse
B. Switch D. Resistor
14.It is used to cover the tub.
A. Drain Hose C. Pulsator
B. Drum D. Top Cover
15. It is responsible for transmitting mechanical energy from the AC motor to
the pulley of gear assembly.
A. AC motor C. Drive control
B. Drive belt D. Pulley

10
 11
https://www.thespruce.com/washing-machine-repair-guide-4154046
Online Sources:
Learners Manual Consumer Electronics Servicing NC IIFirst Edition 2014
Books
References
What’s In
1.Timer control
2. Agitator
3. Tub
4. Lid switch
5. Water level control assembly
6. Motor pulley
7. Motor
8. Transmission
9. Water hose
10. Water pump
11. Spin assembly
12. Spin pulley
13. Water filter
14. Off balance switch
15. Water inlet valves
16. Drain Hose
17. Water supply hose
18. Wash selector
19. Water level control
Answer Key