If you are having issues with your AEG washing machine heating system, you’ve come to the right place. This detailed guide provides easy-to-follow steps on how to fix this issue…
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AEG Washing Machine Heating Not Working — How To Fix
If your AEG washing machine heating isn’t working, the following are issues to look for…
1. AEG Washing Machine Heating Not Working — Failed Heating Element
If your AEG washing machine heating cycle isn’t working, it is most likely that the heating element has failed. Before rushing to replace this part, you should test it with a multimeter. Follow the steps below to do this…
Front Loaders
Take following steps to test the heating element in your AEG front loader washing machine…
Step 1. Avoid leakage and electrocution by disconnecting your machine from the power outlet and turning the water faucets off.
Step 2. Go to the back of the machine, then disconnect the COLD and HOT water supply hoses from the inlet ports (ensure that you keep a rag nearby in case water spills).
Step 3. Use a Philips screwdriver to loosen the nuts securing the top panel. Slide the panel backwards carefully, then lift it off the machine.
Step 4. Take out the screw holding the drain hose retainer to the back of the machine. Pull the retainer off and set it aside.
Step 5. Disconnect the power cord’s grounding wire at the back of the machine. Unplug the power cord wire connector.
Step 6. Using needle-nosed pliers, release the power cord wire retainer from the little slot on the support rail mounted on the rear panel. Take out the screws securing the support rail to the cabinet.
Step 7. Lift the support rail off and set it aside. Remove the screws holding the rear panel to the machine. Lift the panel off the appliance, then support it against the cabinet.
Step 8. Reach underneath the tub, then unplug each wire connector attached to the heating element (ensure that you note where each plug goes).
Step 9. Use a 10mm socket wrench to loosen the bolt securing the heating element to the bottom of the tub. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, carefully pry the heating element out of the tub.
Step 10. Get a digital multimeter, then turn the control dial to the lowest setting for ohms of resistance.
Step 11. Place one multimeter probe on each of the heating element connector terminals. For a working element, the meter should give a reading between 1 and 50 ohms.
Step 12. If the readings are much higher than the number mentioned, the heating element is damaged and should be replaced.
Step 13. If the element’s readings came out all right, push it back into the housing at the bottom of the tub. Secure the heating element by tightening the 10mm nut.
Step 14. Plug each connector into its appropriate terminal on the element. Mount the rear panel on the cabinet, then apply the screws.
Step 15. Place the support rail on the rear panel, then apply the Philips screws. Snap the wire retainer into the slot on the support rail.
Step 16. Push the retainer back onto the drain hose, then tighten the screw. Plug the power cord’s connector and grounding wire back in at the back of the machine.
Step 17. Mount the top cover on the cabinet, then slide it into place. Apply the Philips screws to secure the panel.
Step 18. Connect the HOT and COLD water supply hoses to the appropriate ports at the back of the washing machine.
Step 19. Turn your washer’s water faucets back on, then reconnect the power cord to the electrical outlet. Ensure that your AEG washing machine heating works properly by running a cycle.
Dryers
Test the heating element in your AEG dryer by following the steps below…
Step 1. Disconnect your appliance from the power outlet before starting this procedure in order to avoid electrocution.
Step 2. Go to the back of the cabinet, then use a Philips screwdriver to take out the nuts holding the top cover. Pull the panel backwards about an inch or so, then lift it off the cabinet.
Step 3. Loosen the screws at the top of the control panel. Pry the panel off the mounting plate at the front of the cabinet (use a flat-blade screwdriver if needed).
Step 4. Unplug the user interface wire connector from the control panel, then set the panel aside.
Step 5. Open the door of the dryer, then release the lint filter housing by taking out the screws on the front panel.
Step 6. Tilt your washing machine backwards carefully, then place a support underneath (if needed, get someone to assist you).
Step 7. Use your Philips screwdriver to loosen the bolts under the front panel. Lower the dryer onto the floor carefully.
Step 8. Remove the nuts at the top of the front panel. Lift the panel off the front of the machine carefully. Unplug the door switch connector behind the front panel. Set the panel aside.
Step 9. Unplug the user interface and drum light connectors from the main control board on the drum (take note of where each plug goes).
Step 10. With your Philips screwdriver, take out the nuts securing the control board’s support bracket to the front bulkhead. Lift the bracket out of place carefully and support it.
Step 11. Take out the screws securing the front bulkhead to the drum. Lift the bulkhead off the cabinet carefully and set it aside.
Step 12. Reach under the drum, then push the idler pulley inwards a bit to release tension on the drive belt.
Step 13. Carefully unhook the drive belt from the idler and motor pulleys. Lift the drive belt and drum out of the cabinet carefully, then set them aside.
Step 14. With your Philips screwdriver, loosen the nuts securing the housing of the heating element to the heat duct at the back of the machine.
Step 15. Remove the screws holding the heating element housing to the base of the cabinet. Pull the heating element out of place.
Step 16. Use your screwdriver to take out the nuts securing the thermal fuse and high-limit thermostat to the heating element housing.
Step 17. Pull the fuse and thermostat off the housing and set them aside. Unplug each wire connector from the heating element (ensure that you take note of where each plug goes).
Step 18. Take out the nuts holding the support brackets to the heating element housing. Pull the bracket off.
Step 19. Take the heating element out of the cabinet. Get a digital multimeter, then turn the control dial to the lowest setting for ohms of resistance.
Step 20. Place a multimeter probe on each connector terminal on the heating element. For a working connection, you should see a reading between 1 and 60 ohms.
Step 21. If the reading on the multimeter is much higher than the number mentioned above, the heating element is damaged and needs to be replaced.
Step 22. If the heating element’s readings came out all right, align the housing with the support bracket, then tighten the screws.
Step 23. Mount the thermostat and thermal fuse on the heater housing. Secure them by tightening the Philips screws.
Step 24. Plug each connector into its appropriate terminal on the heating element. Place the heater housing against the heat duct, then tighten the screws to secure.
Step 25. Apply the nuts to secure the heater support bracket to the base of the cabinet. Carefully lift the drive belt and drum, then guide them into the cabinet.
Step 26. Reach under the drum, then hook the belt onto the motor and idler pulleys in a zig-zag formation. Turn the drum by hand to ensure that the drive belt is properly aligned.
Step 27. Lift the front bulkhead, then mount it onto the drum. Secure the bulkhead by applying the Philips screws.
Step 28. Push the control board’s mounting bracket back against the front bulkhead, then apply the Philips screws.
Step 29. Plug the user interface and drum light connectors back into the control board. Lift the front panel, then plug the door switch back in.
Step 30. Snap the front panel onto the cabinet, then tighten the nuts at the top with your Philips screwdriver.
Step 31. Open the door of your washing machine, then tighten the screws on the front panel to secure the lint filter housing.
Step 32. Tilt your appliance backwards, then support it. Apply the screws under the front panel. Lower the machine onto the floor.
Step 33. Plug the interface connector into the control panel. Snap the panel onto the mounting bracket at the front of the machine. Apply the nuts at the top of the control panel.
Step 34. Place the top cover on the cabinet, then snap it into place. Apply the Philips screws at the back of the cabinet.
Step 35. Plug your washing machine into the electrical outlet. To ensure that your AEG washing machine heating works, try running a cycle.
2. AEG Washing Machine Heating Not Working — Blown Thermal Fuse (Dryers)
If your AEG washing machine heating isn’t, you should check to ensure that the thermal fuse isn’t blown. Follow the steps below to inspect and replace this part…
Step 1. Unplug your appliance from the electrical outlet before starting this repair in order to avoid electrocution.
Step 2. From the back of the machine, take out the screws holding the top cover using a Philips screwdriver. Slide the panel backwards a few inches, then lift it off the machine.
Step 3. Use your screwdriver to take out the nuts at the top of the control panel. Using a flat-blade screwdriver if needed, carefully pry the control panel off the front of the cabinet.
Step 4. Disconnect the user interface connector from the control panel, then set the panel aside. Unplug the drum light and user interface wire connectors from the main control board mounted on the drum.
Step 5. Tilt your washing machine backwards carefully, then place something underneath to support it. Loosen the Philips screws under the front panel.
Step 6. Lower the dryer back onto the floor. Open the dryer’s door, then take out the nuts on the front panel securing the lint filter housing.
Step 7. Remove the Philips screws at the top of the front panel. Lift the front panel off the appliance carefully. Disconnect the door switch connector at the back of the panel, then set the panel aside.
Step 8. Use your screwdriver to take out the nuts holding the control board’s support bracket to the front bulkhead. Carefully lift the control board out of place and support it.
Step 9. Take out the Philips screws securing the front bulkhead to the front of the cabinet. Carefully lift the bulkhead off the front of the appliance and set it aside.
Step 10. Reach under the drum carefully, then move the idler pulley inwards a bit (this releases the tension on the drive belt).
Step 11. Unhook the drive belt from the idler and motor pulleys. Pull the drive belt and drum out of the cabinet, then set them aside.
Step 12. With your Philips screwdriver, take out the nuts holding the damaged thermal fuse to the heater housing. Pull the thermal fuse off.
Step 13. Unplug the two wire connectors from the terminals on the damaged fuse. Discard the old thermal fuse, then prepare the new one for installation by unpacking it.
Step 14. Mount the new fuse on the heater housing, then apply the Philips screws to secure it plug each connector into its appropriate terminal on the new fuse.
Step 15. Lift the drum and drive belt, then carefully guide them into the cabinet. Reach underneath the drum, then loop the belt around the idler and motor pulleys in a zig-zag formation.
Step 16. To ensure that the belt is properly aligned, rotate the drum by hand. Remount the bulkhead on the drum, then use your Philips screwdriver to apply the nuts.
Step 17. Mount the control board’s bracket on the front bulkhead. Secure the bracket by tightening the Philips screws.
Step 18. Plug the user interface and drum light wire connectors into the corresponding terminals on the control board.
Step 19. Lift the main front panel, then plug the door switch connector in. Carefully mount it on the machine. With your Philips screwdriver, apply the nuts at the top of the panel.
Step 20. Open the door of your machine, then tighten the nuts on the front panel to secure the lint filter housing.
Step 21. Tip your appliance backwards a bit, then get someone to help you support it. Use your screwdriver to apply the screws underneath the front panel.
Step 22. Lower your machine back onto the floor. Plug the user interface connector into the terminal on the control panel.
Step 23. Snap the control panel onto the front of your appliance. Secure the panel by tightening the Philips screws at the top.
Step 24. Mount the top cover on the cabinet, then push it forwards. Secure the panel by applying the screws at the back.
Step 25. Plug your dryer back into the power outlet. To find out if your AEG washing machine heating works, try running a cycle.
3. AEG Washing Machine Heating Not Working — Failed Thermostat (Dryers)
Your AEG washing machine heating will not work properly if the thermostat fails. Read on for detailed steps on how to replace this part…
Step 1. Unplug your washing machine from the power outlet before starting this repair in order to prevent electrocution.
Step 2. Go to the back of the cabinet, then take out the Philips screws holding the top cover. Pull the cover backwards a few inches, then lift it off.
Step 3. With the screwdriver, loosen the bolts at the top of the control panel. Pry the control panel off the mounting bracket at the front of the dryer. Unplug the user interface connector from the control panel, then set the panel aside.
Step 4. Unplug the drum light and user interface wire connectors from the main control board at the top of the machine.
Step 5. Open the door of your appliance. Use your Philips screwdriver to take out the nuts on the front panel securing the lint filter housing.
Step 6. Get someone to help you tilt your washing machine backwards a bit and support it. With your screwdriver, take out the nuts under the front panel.
Step 7. Carefully lower your washing machine onto the floor. Remove the Philips screws at the top of the front panel. Lift the front panel off the cabinet, then disconnect the door switch connector at the back.
Step 8. Set the front panel aside. Take out the screws holding the control board’s support bracket to the front bulkhead. Lift the board assembly out of place and support it.
Step 9. Remove the screws holding the front bulkhead to the machine. Pull the bulkhead upwards, then carefully detach it from the cabinet. Set the bulkhead aside.
Step 10. Carefully reach under the drum, then pull the drive belt off the idler and motor pulleys. Lift the drum and belt out of the cabinet, then set them aside
Step 11. Use your Philips screwdriver to take out the nuts securing the thermostat to the heater housing. Pull the thermostat off the heater.
Step 12. Unplug each wire connector from the thermostat. Discard the old thermostat, then prepare the new one for installation by unpacking it.
Step 13. Mount the new thermostat on the heater, then apply the Philips screws to secure it. Plug each connector into its appropriate terminal on the thermostat.
Step 14. With the new thermostat in place, lift the drum and drive belt, then carefully place them in the cabinet.
Step 15. From underneath the drum, loop the belt around the motor and idler pulleys in a zig-zag pattern. Turn the drum by hand slowly to ensure that the drive belt sits properly.
Step 16. Remount the front bulkhead on the drum, then secure it by tightening the Philips screws. Hook the control board’s support bracket against the bulkhead, then apply the nuts.
Step 17. Plug the user interface and drum light connectors into the corresponding terminals on the main control board.
Step 18. Lift the front panel carefully, then plug the door switch wire connector at the back. Mount the front panel on the cabinet, then use your Philips screwdriver to apply the nuts at the top.
Step 19. Open the door of the appliance, then secure the lint filter housing by applying the Philips screws.
Step 20. Carefully tip the dryer backwards, then place a support underneath. Apply the screws underneath the front panel to secure it.
Step 21. With the screws in place, carefully lower the washing machine onto the floor. Reconnect the interface wire connector to the control panel.
Step 22. Snap the panel back onto the front of the appliance. Using your Philips screwdriver, tighten the nuts at the top of the control panel.
Step 23. Remount the top panel on the machine, then slide it into place. Secure the panel by applying the nuts at the back.
Step 24. Connect your dryer to the electrical outlet, then try running a cycle to ensure that your AEG washing machine heating works.
AEG Washing Machine Overheating — How To Fix
Is your AEG washing machine heating too much? If so, the following are issues to look for…
1. AEG Washing Machine Overheating — Overloaded Motor
If your AEG washing machine is overheating, it is most likely the result of an overloaded motor. To reduce the load on the motor, turn the appliance off and take some clothes out of the drum. If the motor is still overheating, it indicates that the motor is failing. To check the motor in your washer, follow the steps below…
Front Loaders
Follow the steps below to check the drive motor in your AEG front loader washing machine…
Step 1. Avoid any chances of electrocution by disconnecting your washing machine from the power outlet before starting this repair.
Step 2. Prevent leaks by turning the water faucets off. Go to the back of your washing machine, then disconnect the HOT and COLD water inlet hoses (use pliers if needed).
Step 3. Using a Philips screwdriver, take out the nuts at the back of the cabinet securing the top panel. Pull the panel backwards a few inches, then lift it off.
Step 4. With your screwdriver, loosen the nut securing the drain hose retainer at the back of the machine. Slide the retainer off and set it aside.
Step 5. Unplug the power cord’s grounding wire at the back of the machine. Disconnect the power cord wire connector.
Step 6. Use a pair of needle-nosed pliers to release the power cord wire retainer from the slot on the rear panel.
Step 7. Loosen the Philips screws holding the support rail to the top of the rear access panel. Lift the rail off the machine and set it aside.
Step 8. Remove the nuts holding the rear cover to the machine. Lift the panel off carefully, then support it against the cabinet (please note that the drain hose will still be attached to the panel).
Step 9. Look under the tub, then hold your hand close to the drive motor (ensure that you do not touch it). If you feel an abnormal amount of heat coming from the motor, it indicates that it is faulty.
Step 10. If you need to replace the motor, unhook the belt from the pulleys and disconnect the wire connector.
Step 11. Remove the bolts at the bottom of the tub assembly securing the drive motor using a 5/16 inch nut-driver. Pull the motor off the tub and out of the cabinet (ensure that the motor has cooled down first).
Step 12. Once you’ve acquired your new drive motor, mount it at the bottom of the tub, then apply the bolts to secure it. Plug the power connector into the new motor.
Step 13. With the grooved side facing inwards, hook the drive belt onto the motor and drive pulley. Ensure that the belt is properly in place by turning the drive pulley.
Step 14. Mount the rear cover onto the machine, then tighten the Philips screws to secure it. Slide the drain hose retainer back on, then apply the nut.
Step 15. Place the support rail on the rear access panel, then secure it by applying the nuts. Push the wire retainer back into the little slot on the support rail.
Step 16. Reconnect the power cord’s wire connector and grounding wire. Mount the top cover on the cabinet, then slide it into place.
Step 17. Secure the top panel by applying the Philips screws. Connect the HOT and COLD water supply hoses to the corresponding ports at the back of the machine.
Step 18. Reconnect the power cord into the outlet, then open the water faucets. Try running a wash cycle to see if your AEG washing machine is overheating.
Dryers
Check for an overheating motor in your AEG dryer by following the steps below…
Step 1. Ensure that your washing machine is unplugged from the electrical outlet before starting this procedure in order to avoid electrocution.
Step 2. From the back of the appliance, loosen the bolts holding the top cover to the cabinet using a Philips screwdriver. Pull the panel backwards about an inch or so, then lift it off.
Step 3. Remove the Philips screws at the top of the control panel. Pry the control panel off the front of the cabinet (if needed, use a flat-blade screwdriver).
Step 4. Disconnect the wire connector attached to the control panel, then set the panel aside.
Step 5. Open the door of your dryer, then take out the Philips screws on the front panel securing the housing of the lint filter.
Step 6. Get someone to help you tilt your dryer backwards carefully and place a support underneath. Take out the screws at the bottom of the panel.
Step 7. Lower your machine back onto the floor. Remove the Philips screws at the top of the front panel. Carefully lift the panel off the machine, then disconnect the door lock connector at the back.
Step 8. Set the front panel aside. Unplug the drum light and user interface connectors from the main control board at the top of the drum.
Step 9. Take out the screws on the front bulkhead securing the control board bracket. Move the bracket out of place and support it.
Step 10. Remove the Philips screws holding the front bulkhead to the drum. Lift the bulkhead off carefully and set it aside.
Step 11. From under the drum, move the idler pulley inwards to release the tension on the belt. Pull the belt off the idler and motor pulleys.
Step 12. Carefully take the drive belt and drum out of the cabinet. Hold your hand over the drive motor in the cabinet (be careful not to touch it). If an abnormal amount of heat is coming from the motor, you’ll need to replace it.
Step 13. To replace the drive motor, you’ll need to pry the retaining clips off, loosen the blower wheel, and disconnect the wire plug.
Step 14. Once your new drive motor is in place, lift the drum and drive belt and guide them into the cabinet.
Step 15. Loop the belt around the two pulleys in a zig-zag formation. Turn the drum by hand to make sure the belt is properly in place.
Step 16. Snap the front bulkhead onto the cabinet, then secure it by tightening the Philips screws. Mount the control board bracket against the front bulkhead, then apply the nuts.
Step 17. Plug the two wire connectors into the appropriate terminals on the control board. Lift the front panel, then plug the door lock connector in.
Step 18. Mount the front panel onto the machine, then use your Philips screwdriver to apply the nuts at the top.
Step 19. Open your machine’s door, then tighten the lint filter housing screws on the front panel. Tilt the appliance backwards a bit, then place something underneath to support it.
Step 20. Use your screwdriver to apply the screws under the front panel. Lower the machine onto the floor.
Step 21. Plug the interface wire connector back into the control panel. Mount the panel on the support bracket at the front of the machine. Use your screwdriver to tighten the screws at the top.
Step 22. Mount the top panel on the machine, then slide it into place. Apply the Philips screws at the back to secure the panel.
Step 23. Plug your dryer back into the electrical outlet, then try running a cycle to see if it is overheating.
2. AEG Washing Machine Is Overheating — Damaged Blower Wheel (Dryers)
If your AEG dryer overheats during spin cycles, the blower wheel is damaged and needs to be replaced. Follow the steps below to replace this part…
Step 1. Disconnect your washing machine from the power outlet before starting this repair in order to prevent electrocution.
Step 2. Use a Philips screwdriver to remove the nuts at the back of the machine holding the top cover. Slide the cover backwards a few inches, then lift it off.
Step 3. Remove the Philips screws at the top of the control panel. Carefully pry the control panel off the front of the cabinet. Unplug the user interface connector from the control panel, then set the panel aside.
Step 4. Open the door of the machine, then use your screwdriver to loosen the two screws on the front panel securing the housing of the lint filter.
Step 5. Get someone to help you tilt the washing machine backwards, then place a support underneath.
Step 6. Take out the Philips screws under the front panel. Carefully lower the machine onto the floor.
Step 7. Loosen the screws at the top of the front panel. Lift the panel off the appliance, then unplug the door switch connector at the back. Set the panel aside.
Step 8. Disconnect the user interface and drum light plugs from the control board at the top of the machine (ensue that you note where each connector goes).
Step 9. Use your screwdriver to remove the nuts on the front bulkhead securing the control board’s mounting bracket. Lift the bracket off the top of the drum, then support it.
Step 10. Loosen the bolts holding the front bulkhead to the machine. Lift the bulkhead off the machine, then set it aside.
Step 11. Carefully reach under the drum, then push the idler pulley inwards a bit (this releases the tension on the drive belt). Pull the belt off the pulleys.
Step 12. Lift the drive belt and drum out of the cabinet, then set them aside. Use a pair of pliers to secure the motor shaft.
Step 13. While securing the motor shaft, use a 7/8 inch socket wrench to loosen the blower wheel. Pull the wheel out of the housing, then discard it.
Step 14. Prepare the new blower wheel for installation by taking it out of its packaging. Push the new blower into the housing, then tighten the nut using your socket wrench.
Step 15. With the new blower wheel in place, push the drive belt and drum back into the cabinet.
Step 16. From under the drum, hook the drive belt onto the idler and motor pulleys in a zig-zag formation.
Step 17. Ensure that the drive belt is properly in place by rotating the drum. Once the belt is in place, remount the front bulkhead on the cabinet and apply the Philips screws.
Step 18. Place the control board’s bracket against the front bulkhead. Apply the screws to secure the bracket.
Step 19. Plug each wire connector into its appropriate terminal on the control board. Lift the front panel carefully, then plug the door switch connector in.
Step 20. Mount the front panel onto the cabinet, then use your Philips screwdriver to tighten the nuts at the top.
Step 21. With someone assisting you, tilt your washing machine backwards carefully and place a support underneath. Apply the Philips screws at the bottom of the panel.
Step 22. Lower your washing machine onto the floor. Open the dryer’s door, then tighten the two screws on the front panel to secure the lint filter housing.
Step 23. Plug the interface wire connector into the control panel. Snap the panel onto the front of the machine.
Step 24. Secure the control panel by tightening the Philips screws at the top. Place the cover on the cabinet and slide it into place. Apply the nuts at the back to secure the panel.
Step 25. Plug your dryer back into the electrical outlet. Try running a cycle to see if your AEG washing machine heating problem has been fixed.
