Samsung Washing Machine: stops mid-cycle, not draining completely
What is this symptom?
If your Samsung washing machine stops mid-cycle and leaves water in the tub, it indicates a drainage issue. Common causes include a clogged drain filter or hose obstruction, which can prevent proper water drainage and disrupt your wash cycle. Understanding these problems can help you seek the right solutions.
Possible Causes
Clogged drain filter or hose obstruction
How to Identify: Water remains in tub at stop; visible debris in filter or hose; slow or no draining.
Part: Drain filter / Drain hose
Faulty drain pump
How to Identify: Machine stops with water in tub; filter/hose clear; unusual noise from pump area; no continuity when tested with multimeter.
Part: Drain pump
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Confirm the diagnosis before ordering. An error code can identify the system involved, but it does not prove that a specific part has failed.
Most relevant component to inspect
Drain Hose
Carries waste water from the drain pump to your home's standpipe or sink drain.
- Typical part-only price
- $15 - $30
- DIY difficulty
- Easy
- Estimated time
- 15-30 mins
Where can I find the model number?
Check the rating label around the door, lid, frame, rear panel, or inside the appliance cabinet. Use the complete model number, including suffixes.
Verify the complete model and part number on the retailer's compatibility page before ordering.
Other parts options
Check related components first; use model search as a fallback.
Drain Pump
Pumps waste water out of the appliance during the drain cycle.
Model-compatible Washing Machine parts
Enter the complete model number to browse compatible replacement parts. This is a model-based parts search, not a diagnosis that a specific component failed.
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Optional routine care
Maintenance supplies
These products support cleaning or routine upkeep. They are separate from the possible repair components above and are not claimed to fix this error code or symptom.
Washing Machine Cleaner Tablets
Routine tub-cleaning supplies for residue and odor control. They do not repair a mechanical, drainage, or electronic fault.
Braided Washer Inlet Hoses
A maintenance replacement option for visibly worn external fill hoses. Verify thread size, length, and hot/cold connection requirements.
Washer Drain Hose Holder
Helps secure an external drain hose at the standpipe. It does not correct an internal pump or control fault.
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Preventive Maintenance
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Clean drain filter: Blockages causing incomplete draining
Frequency: monthly -
Inspect drain hose positioning: Kinks and flow restriction
Frequency: every 3 months
Frequently Asked Questions
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References & Sources
Community Analytical Insights
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Common Issues Reported by Users
- Clogged drain filter or hose
- Faulty drain pump
- Control board malfunction
User Suggested Solutions
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Check and clean the drain filter and hose. Locate the drain filter (usually at the front bottom of the machine), unscrew it, and remove any debris. Also, check the drain hose for kinks or clogs.
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Test the drain pump for functionality. Unplug the machine, access the drain pump, and check for blockages or damage. If the pump is faulty, replace it with a new one.
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Inspect the control board for any visible signs of damage or burnt components. If necessary, consult a professional for diagnosis and replacement.
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