The Washing Machine Does Not Drain Water - Why And What To Do In This Situation, Features Of Repairing Samsung, Indesit, LG And Other Companies, As Well As User Reviews

2024 Author: Bailey Albertson | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-17 12:53

What to do if the washing machine won't drain

Any technique can become unusable. This is always frustrating and fraught with repair costs. At the same time, it is good if only you yourself suffer from the breakdown. The fact is that a washing machine failure can threaten a flood for neighbors. Therefore, it is important to act correctly. One of the most frequent breakdowns of washing machines, leading to disastrous consequences, is a violation of the drainage of water from the drum. …

Content

• 1 Symptoms of such a breakdown
• 2 Possible causes of water drainage failure
• 3 Preparing to troubleshoot

• 4 Self-repair of the washing machine

  • 4.1 Cleaning the filter

    4.1.1 Video: Removing the Filter from the Washing Machine

  • 4.2 Checking the washing machine connection
  • 4.3 Checking the impeller
  • 4.4 Checking the pump
  • 4.5 Video: troubleshooting washing machine draining
• 5 Features of the repair of various models
• 6 Extending the life of the washing machine
• 7 Reviews of different models

Symptoms of such a breakdown

It can be problematic for a layperson to determine the cause of this breakdown on the fly. To begin with, we will analyze the possible manifestations of the problem, and based on this, we will already try to understand the reason:

• you find that the water is draining, but at a low rate. In this case, certain errors may appear on the display of the current mode;
• the wash cycle is carried out normally, but before the water is to be drained. At this moment, nothing simply happens, and then the wash continues in accordance with the mode;
• the water is drained from the drum, but not always. Some washings may work correctly, while others may not;
• water drains off normally during normal washing, but this does not happen when rinsing;
• the water is completely or partially drained, but a violation of the washing regime occurs.

All these signs point to different reasons for the same breakdown. What is it fraught with? You will not be able to continue washing correctly until you have coped with it, and if you do something wrong, all the water from the drum of your machine may end up on the floor.

Possible causes of water drainage problems

To find out the cause of water drainage problems, it is worth performing a number of checks:

• first of all, check directly the drain hose - if it is accidentally bent or, less likely, clogged - this will prevent the water from draining, no matter how hard the washing machine tries. To fix the problem, just straighten the hose and check its permeability;

  

  Make sure the drain hose is flowing normally

• almost the most common cause of this breakdown is a clogged washing machine filter. It could be clogged with wool, various debris from pockets, or simply fibers of clothing. And there is nothing strange in this, because periodic cleaning of the filter is a standard procedure for caring for washing machines;

  

  Eliminate dirt on your washing machine filter

• in addition to the filter, the branch pipe could also become clogged. Usually small items of clothing like handkerchiefs or socks fall into it;

  

  Check if anything has fallen into the outlet of the washing machine.

• there may also be malfunctions of the pump itself, which pumps water for drainage. This is a very serious breakdown and can be determined using sound. If your machine is humming and is clearly trying to drain the water, but it does not drain, the problem must have arisen in the drain pump;

  

  Your washing machine pump may need to be replaced

• The electronics inside the car can also be damaged. Still, modern washing machines are very complex technical devices, which means that their "brain", microcircuits, which are responsible for certain capabilities of the equipment, are capable of breaking;

  

  Electronic breakdowns are very expensive for the consumer

• Excessive loading of the washing machine can be the cause of many problems, and problems with draining water are no exception. Try not to overload the washing machine and put no more laundry in the drum than indicated in the instructions;

  

  Do not load excess laundry into the washing machine.

• there is also a possibility that no breakdown has occurred. Perhaps you have selected a mode for things made of delicate fabrics, which excludes draining of water during washing and rinsing. Of course, if the water does not drain even after the end of the wash, then, most likely, a breakdown is still present.

  

  Make sure that the mode in which you are crawling implies draining

Preparing to troubleshoot

Since the breakdown is somehow connected with the presence of water in the drum, it is worthwhile to prepare in advance for the fact that it may be on the floor. Make sure you have on hand:

• rag;
• a container with which you can collect water;
• dry towels.

When everything is ready, you can start repairing.

Self-repair of the washing machine

If you are not completely confident in your technical knowledge and skills in repairing household appliances, then do not try to repair the washing machine yourself. In this case, contacting the masters can only save you money and nerves, because any breakdown with careless handling can be aggravated.

Filter cleaning

In most washing machine models, it should be easy to reach and clean the filter. Follow these steps:

1. Open the front compartment where the filter of the washing machine is located.

   

   Open the compartment on the front of the washing machine to access the filter

2. Turn it by the handle and remove it when it is in the desired position. Be prepared for some water to spill onto the floor during extraction.

   

   Remove the filter of the washing machine to check

3. Examine the filter for contamination, and if the cause of the breakdown is indeed a blockage, then rinse it under running water, manually removing all obstructions to the water flow.

   

   Make sure the filter of the washing machine is clean

4. Insert the filter back into the clipper and close the front cover. The problem must be resolved.

Video: removing the filter from the washing machine

Checking the washing machine connection

If the problem has not been resolved, then it is necessary to check the pipe. It is a tube-like element that connects to the pump of the washing machine. To access it, you should do the following:

1. It is required to remove the bottom panel of the machine, which is usually bolted. Thus, you will gain access to the pipe, pump and other drain elements.

   

   To access the pipe, you will have to unscrew the bolts

2. Loosen the clamp that secures the nipple and pull it out. Be prepared that there will be water in it and drain it into the prepared container.

   

   When removing the pipe, be prepared to drain the water from the machine

3. Carefully probe the entire length of the pipe. This way, you will find a blockage if it has formed. If it really is, it is necessary to get rid of it with the help of available means.

   

   Make sure there is no foreign object or blockage in the pipe

4. Then put the pipe back in place and fix it again with a clamp.

Impeller check

The impeller is located just behind the filter, and the efficiency of the pump also depends on its operation. You can check it without removing it - just twist it from side to side. If it does not spin a full turn, then, probably, some thing got into it, and it must be removed. Do this and the problem will be solved.

You just need to check that the impeller of the washing machine turns when exposed to

Pump check

A pump, or a drain pump, is a mechanism that cannot be repaired at home. If the point is in it, then it remains only to perform its replacement. But to check if the pump is really a problem, you can as follows:

1. Remove the filter again as described above.

2. Turn on the spin mode in the washing machine, wait until the water is collected.

   

   Wait until water is drawn into the washing machine

3. Using a light source such as a mobile phone or flashlight, look through the filter hole where the impeller is visible.

4. If it is stationary, and you have already checked it earlier, then it is most likely a pump. And therefore, it needs to be replaced.

   

   Take out the filter of the washing machine and look through the hole

5. After purchasing a new pump for your washing machine, replace it. Carefully study where the wires were attached to the old pump, and connect them to the new one in the same way.

   

   It will not work to repair the pump at home, you need to replace it

6. Finish collecting your washing machine. The problem has been fixed.

Video: troubleshooting washing machine draining

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Features of the repair of various models

The main points of repair for a problem with water draining do not change, regardless of the make of your washing machine. And the instructions above are universal. But some models are more likely to be damaged in one way or another, while others have minor features in the repair procedure:

• LG washing machines have mechanical breakdowns, but electronics rarely fail. This should be taken into account when diagnosing;

  

  LG washing machines have reliable electronics

• Ardo washing machines are very reliable in comparison with modern counterparts. But at the same time, they can now only be purchased second-hand, and therefore it is worth carefully checking the condition of the device before buying;

  

  It is now impossible to buy a new Ardo washing machine

• Indesit modern editions are unfortunately an unreliable technique. Most often, their electronics fail, which, in turn, can lead to a variety of problems (including water drainage);

  

  Modern Indesit machines are not very reliable

• Samsung has recently been using cheaper parts to assemble the washing machine, which sometimes breaks down. You should be especially careful with the Diamond series washing machine, in the machines of this series debris often gets into the filter, which leads to pump breakdown;

  

  Due to the use of cheap parts by samsung, the pump can break quite often

• Ariston washing machines are somewhat similar to Indesit. Electronics often break down in them, and if you buy a washing machine from this company, you will surely face many problems and money spent on repairs;

  

  Ariston also produces very unreliable equipment.

• Beko equipment is comparable in quality to LG and will be a worthy purchase;

  

  The Beko washing machine minimizes the risk of breakage

• Bosh manufactures reliable washing machines that can last for decades. But even they sometimes fail with pumps, which can be expensive to replace. If such a machine has stopped draining water, most likely the matter is in the pump;

  

  Bosh produces reliable equipment, but sometimes pumps fail

• Electrolux washing machines are elite devices at a high price. Unfortunately, the high-quality stuffing of such equipment does not always withstand power surges in our power grids. But with the pump, problems usually do not arise;

  

  The electrolux washing machine is poorly adapted to our power surges

• Siemens is owned by the same company as Bosch. In this connection, their washing machines almost do not differ in the features of repair, and they rarely break;

  

  Siemens washing machine repairs are rarely required

• European-made Zanussi washing machines have almost no typical problems, so you should not face a refusal to drain water. But similar cars from the Ukrainian manufacturer are not so good - motors sometimes fail in them;

  

  The quality of Zanussi washing machines depends on the place of assembly

• Candy as a washing machine manufacturer offers good quality products. The only drawback in this case is expensive spare parts. Therefore, any breakdown is fraught with ordering expensive equipment from abroad, although breakdowns themselves will be extremely rare.

  

  Candy makes high quality hardware, but parts can be tricky to get

We extend the life of the washing machine

Many breakdowns, including water drainage problems, arise from improper use of the washing machine. In order for the technique to serve you for many years, you should follow a number of simple rules:

• load laundry within normal limits;
• do not use powders for hand washing or poor quality mixtures;
• carefully examine pockets and folds of clothes before washing to avoid foreign objects falling into the machine;
• even if no damage has occurred, periodically clean the filter. This will allow you not to overload the pump when it is clogged;
• do not make several washes in a row without a break;
• try to use clean water - this will reduce the rate of filter contamination and, as a result, save you from problems;
• take care of the machine itself. Clean it from time to time, both inside and out. About once a year, let the machine run "empty", that is, without linen, at high degrees and with all cleaning agents.

Reviews of different models

Studying the reviews will help you understand which of the washing machine models are more reliable.

If your washing machine refuses to drain the water, that's not a reason to panic. It is not so difficult to eliminate such a breakdown, the main thing is to determine what is wrong. And now that you know the main causes of this problem, its solution should not be difficult for you.