Things are loaded, the appropriate mode is selected, “start” is pressed, and upon returning, instead of freshly washed clothes, you were greeted by complete silence and water in the washing machine.
Surely something has happened.
And before finding out the reasons for this unfortunate incident, you first need to save the linen from souring and spoilage.
How to drain water from a washing machine? This will be discussed in this article.
A problem has been detected - the water does not drain itself
But how open the doorwhen the tank is full? Yes, and it will not work, most likely, because your washing machine probably has protection against opening when the minimum water level is exceeded. How to organize a drain for a washing machine in such a situation?
Five ways to drain water from washing machines
Regardless of the brand, there are five ways to drain water from washing machineif she didn't do it herself. To implement the plan, you will need a basin, a flat screwdriver (knife) and rags for the floor.
Here are a few ways to drain water from a standing washing machine.
No. 1. With drain hose
The sequence of actions is as follows:
disconnect the drain hose from the sewer cuff (or siphon) and remove it from the hose attachment bracket to the washing machine, if any;- we lower the end of the hose pulled out of the sewer cuff (or siphon) into the basin;
- we lower the hose as low as possible entirely to let the water drain into the basin under its own pressure.
So, most likely, it will turn out to drain the water from the washing machine Indesit, Ariston and Samsung.
But draining water from a Bosch or Siemens washing machine in this way may not work. These manufacturers often have internal protection against involuntary draining of water, and this method is unlikely to help you in this case.
In order to understand whether or not it will be possible to drain the water in this way, read what is written about this in the instructions for the washing machine.
No. 2. With a drain filter
If you remove the bottom panel located at the bottom front of the washing machine, then you can find a special filter there that protects the drain pump from all kinds of gizmos that fall into the drain from clothing pockets.
With the participation of this filter, you can also drain the water from the washing machine:
- remove the bottom panel (usually you need to pick it up with a knife or screwdriver)
- gently tilt the washing machine and lean it against the wall so that a basin fits under the washing machine; act with caution, the pelvis should not pop out;
- turn the filter handle to the left (only so that it does not fall out) and drain the water into the basin.
With this method, you will most likely have to do some extra work with a rag to collect splashed water from the floor.
No. 3. With emergency drain hose
If the washing machine does not drain the water on its own, you can use the emergency hose.Of course, this is possible only if it is provided for by the design of your washing machine.
You can find it in the same place as the drain filter: in the lower compartment under the decorative panel.
It is necessary to carefully pull out the hose tube, remove the plug and send the free end of the tube into the basin.
No. 4. With the help of a hatch
If the previous tips did not help, you can scoop water out of the washing machine right through the hatch:
- if water is visible in the window of the door, then the washing machine must be tilted away from you and leaned against the wall, otherwise water will gush out of the washing machine as soon as you open the door and flood the floor;
- then open the door and scoop out the water manually (use a large light mug or ladle).
This is a rather extreme method, because it is long, troublesome and you won’t be able to fully exhaust it.
No. 5. With a drain pipe
There is one last way how to drain the water from the washing machine.
Use the drain pipe.
During blockages, it happens that even twisting the drain filter, it is impossible to drain the water.
If this happened in your case, then by removing the blockage, you will not only be able to finally open the washing machine, but also, perhaps, get rid of the reason for its stop.
How to do:
- you will find the drain pipe under the back wall of the washing machines (the wall will have to be removed), directly under the drum;
- put rags and a basin under the nozzle, this is necessary to avoid a flood;
- disconnect the pipe from the pump by removing the clamp;
- if water has poured, pour it into a basin;
- if the water does not pour, then it is necessary to eliminate the blockage that has arisen (this can be done directly with your fingers).
The disadvantage of this method lies in its complexity, but you will probably drain the water from the washing machine, and also, possibly, eliminate the reason for the stop.
Economics of the problem
Not always the washing machine stops with water due to a serious breakdown, as in the example of a clogged pipe.
In some cases, you can correct the situation yourself.
But if, nevertheless, your washing machine broke down, and the question arose of how to drain the water, then invite masters.
Below you will find the main causes of this malfunction and an approximate repair estimate:
| Pump | Drain pump burnt outand water is in the washing machine. Solution: pump replacement |
3400 - 5400 rubles |
| Drain filter | The drain filter collects small objects from dirty water that have fallen there during the washing process. Over time, the filter can become clogged and stop letting water through.
Solution: filter cleaning |
1000 - 1500 rubles |
| Control module / programmer | With this malfunction, the failed board gives incorrect signals to the pump, and the water does not drain.
Solution: repair or replacement of the control module |
Repair:
2200 - 4900 rubles from 5400 r. |
| Pressure switch | The sensor incorrectly detects the water level and the washing machine stops the cycle Solution: sensor replacement |
1500 - 3800 rubles |
* The prices in the table are calculated and include both the cost of spare parts and the cost of the work of the master. Finally, the specialist will orient you at the price only after a diagnostic examination of the breakdown.
If the question arose of how to drain the water from the washing machine, and you cannot cope with this problem without outside help, call the master by phone.
Within a day, the problem will be solved, and you will calmly take care of your worries, without worrying about the safety of your linen and a possible flood.
In addition, you will receive a guarantee for all work performed and used spare parts.
You will not regret that you turned to the master and chose highly qualified masters.
