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Maintenance & Repair

Washing Machine Maintenance & Repair

Specialize in washing machine and dryer repair — a growing market in urban Ethiopia.

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3 Months
Duration
2
Batches/Week
10
Max Class Size
90%
Hands-on

Course Overview

Washing machines are becoming common in Ethiopian homes and hotels. When they break, finding a qualified repair technician is difficult. This 3-month course teaches you to diagnose and repair all types of washing machines — top-load, front-load, semi-automatic, and fully automatic.

You'll learn motor diagnostics, pump repair, electronic control board troubleshooting, drum replacement, and plumbing connections. This is a specialized skill with growing demand and good earning potential.

What You'll Learn

Washing Machine Types & Mechanisms

Understand top-load, front-load, semi-automatic, and fully automatic washing machine designs and mechanisms.

Motor & Drive System Repair

Diagnose motor faults, replace drive belts, repair clutches, and service transmission assemblies.

Pump & Drainage Systems

Test and replace drain pumps, clean filters, clear blockages, and repair water inlet valves.

Electronic Control Boards

Diagnose control board faults, replace electronic modules, program settings, and test sensors and switches.

Curriculum Breakdown

Month 1

Washing Machine Fundamentals

Washer types and technologies, component identification, safety procedures, and basic mechanical systems.

Month 1

Motor & Drive Systems

Motor types, belt replacement, clutch repair, transmission diagnosis, and drum bearing replacement.

Month 2

Plumbing, Pumps & Water Systems

Water inlet valves, pressure switches, drain pumps, hose replacement, and leak diagnosis.

Month 3

Electronics, Dryers & Final Assessment

Control boards, timers, sensors, dryer repair, parts sourcing, and final practical exam.

Tools & Equipment You'll Use

Multimeter
Socket Set
Screwdriver Set
Pliers Set
Spring Clamp Tool
Bearing Puller
Level
Water Pressure Gauge

Your Instructor

Meron Ayele

Home Appliance Specialist

Meron has 7 years of experience repairing washing machines, dryers, and other home appliances. She has trained over 150 technicians in appliance repair.

Course Details

Duration 3 Months
Schedule Weekday or Weekend batches
Hours per week 10 hours (2 sessions x 5 hours)
Format In-person, hands-on
Certificate TVET-aligned certificate
Prerequisites None
Tuition Contact for pricing (installments available)

Course FAQ

Yes, the course covers all types of washing machines commonly found in Ethiopia.

No, you'll learn the plumbing aspects as part of the course.

Yes, with increasing washer adoption, skilled repair technicians are hard to find.

Specialize in Appliance Repair

Growing demand for washing machine technicians. Enroll now.

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