The washing machine does not drain the water - what should I do?

Washing machine for today is available in almost every apartment, because without her help it is difficult to imagine a comfortable life, to which most of the owners are accustomed. However, however technically and costly the technique you have purchased is, unfortunately, it has the property of failing. In this article we will share with you recommendations on the situation, if the washing machine does not drain the water - what to do, and also try to understand the most common causes of such a malfunction.

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Why does not the sink in the washing machine work?

One of the most common malfunctions of household appliances is the failure of the washer to drain the water. However, before you understand the causes of the malfunction, you need to find out how the problem manifests itself.

Typically, if the sink does not work in the washing machine, users will experience the following troubles:

1. Very slow drainage of water, at which the program fails.
2. When washing in some modes the outflow of water occurs, and on some - no.
3. During the execution of the program, the process stops when the water is drained. The very process of removing liquid from the tank does not happen.
4. During the main wash everything is fine, but when rinsing, the machine refuses to drain the water.
5. After draining, the spin mode is automatically locked.

Unfortunately, such breakdowns occur quite often, but any of the following reasons can precede them:

• the connecting pipe between the tank and the pump is clogged with debris;
• the pump filter is clogged;
• a foreign object entered the pump;
• the siphon or a sewer drain has hammered;
• there was a breakdown of the pump;
• the hose on which the water is drained is clogged.

Important! Despite the seeming complexity of the situation, in most cases, you can repair your washing at home. However, if you are not confident in your own resources or want to save time, you can use the help of specialists of the service center.

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Where to start?

Before starting the repair of the washing machine, it is necessary to disconnect it from the mains and prepare a set of tools and materials that can come in handy during operation:

• rag;
• a small container for collecting the remaining water in the system;
• set of cross-shaped and flat screwdrivers of different sizes;
• pocket torch.

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How to fix the washing machine by yourself?

If your washing machine is buzzing and not draining the water, you can try to perform an independent restoration of its operability by gradually performing the following actions.

Clean the filter

After disconnecting the unit from the mains, first of all, check the filter located at the bottom of the housing from the front side.

Important! In the process of the check you make, some water may pour out onto the floor, so you must prepare a small container for collecting it or a rag in advance.

After unscrewing several fastening bolts, remove and carefully inspect the filter. If the filtering mechanism is clogged, then simply free it from extraneous things.

Perhaps this simple action will help you get rid of the trouble. But if the discharge of water still does not function properly, then you can proceed to the next stage.

Check the nozzle

Carry out a preventive cleaning of the branch pipe, which connects the tank of the washing machine and the pump - the pumping equipment. To obtain access to the component, follow the instructions below:

1. Remove the bolts securing the fastening of the drain assembly.
2. Pull out the nozzle and remove the clamp.
3. Drain the water from the nozzle into the pre-prepared dishes.

It's time to check if the nozzle of your household appliance is clogged. To do this, it is enough to squeeze it slightly in different places.

Important! If there is hardening under the fingers of the hand, the problem is a blockage that must be removed.

After cleaning the nozzle, assemble the entire structure in its original condition and test the washing machine.

Impeller

If your problem is not resolved, then continue troubleshooting. The next step is to check the impeller of the pump for jamming. This component is located directly behind the filter.

Check that there is not any foreign object in the impeller that could cause the malfunction.

To do this, you must first try turning the impeller. If the rotation occurs and you do not observe any foreign products, then - there everything is in order.

Important! If you find something superfluous, such as a button or a coin, carefully remove the device that interferes with the rotation of the impeller, and after collecting the washer, conduct its test run.

Check and change the pump

To check the serviceability of the drain pump, you need to remove the filter, as you did before. After that, turn on the appliance in the mains, set the washing program to spin, and flashing the filter opening with a regular flashlight, observe the pump impeller, which you have already checked for foreign objects.

If the part does not move, then the drain pump has broken down.

Important! If you have installed a breakdown, then it's time to move on to replacing the failed part. Otherwise, contact a service center for assistance.

Before you carry out self-repair of the washing machine, you need to not only diagnose the problem, but also to purchase a replacement component. When servicing washers it is recommended to use original parts manufactured by the manufacturer. You can purchase the required accessory in a specialized shop for parts for washing machines or in the service center of the manufacturer's company.

By purchasing a new pump, you only have to dismantle and replace the failed part. You can do this according to the following instructions:

1. Remove the drainage unit of the washing machine.
2. Remove the drain pump.
3. Disconnect the wires connected to it.
4. Install a new pump.
5. Connect wires and other spare parts.
6. Assemble the washing machine and bring it to its original working state.

After assembling the washing machine, check its functionality by carrying out a test wash. If there is a leak, then - some place of connection was unsuccessfully fixed. Correct this error, and again perform a check of the operability of the washing machine.

Important! If you yourself have not been able to determine the cause of the problem, then you can not do without the services of a professional master.

In this article, we told you what to do if the washing machine does not drain the water, and what kind of malfunction can be the cause of the problem. We hope that in the future your home appliances will please correct and trouble-free work for a long time.