None Washer Dryer: not draining
What is this symptom?
If your washer dryer is not draining, you may notice water lingering in the drum after a wash or dry cycle. This issue can lead to unpleasant odors and mold growth. Common causes include a clogged drain hose, debris in the drain pump, or a faulty drain pump. Addressing this problem promptly is essential to maintain the efficiency of your appliance.
Possible Causes
Clogged drain hose
How to Identify: Water stays in drum; inspect hose for kinks, bends, or blockages; reduced or no water flow out of hose.
Part: Drain hose
Clogged drain pump or internal debris
How to Identify: Water not draining even after hose/filter cleaning; unusual noises from pump area; pump may be blocked by small objects.
Part: Drain pump
Faulty drain pump (motor failure)
How to Identify: No sound or weak sound from pump when attempting to drain; electrical test of pump shows no operation.
Part: Drain pump motor
Water level sensor or control board malfunction
How to Identify: No drain action despite clear hoses and filters; error codes persist; diagnostics point to sensor/control errors.
Part: Water level sensor / control board
DIY Solutions
Check and clear drain hose
- Unplug machine and turn off water
- Move unit to access back, inspect drain hose for kinks or bends
- Disconnect hose and flush with water to clear debris
- Reconnect hose ensuring correct height and no sharp bends
Clean lint/trap filter
- Locate lint/trap filter access (often bottom front)
- Place towel/bucket to catch water
- Unscrew/filter cover and remove accumulated lint and debris
- Rinse filter and replace securely
Inspect and clean drain pump debris
- Unplug and tip unit carefully to access bottom panel
- Remove cover to expose drain pump
- Inspect pump inlet/outlet for debris and remove
- Reassemble and test draining
Next step
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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.
Pressure Switch
Detects the water level inside the tub and signals when to start or stop filling.
Main Control Board
The central brain of the appliance that controls all components, cycles, and timings.
Model-compatible Washer Dryer 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.
Dryer Vent Cleaning Kit
Helps remove routine lint buildup from an accessible dryer vent path. It does not diagnose or repair an E-code or failed component.
Lint Trap Cleaning Brush
A narrow brush for routine cleaning around an accessible lint screen and housing.
Dryer Vent Hose Kit
A replacement exhaust duct option for visibly crushed or damaged external venting. Check diameter, length, local code, and installation clearance.
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Professional Repairs
Replace drain pump assembly
Control board or water level sensor repair/replacement
When to Call a Professional
Preventive Maintenance
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Clean lint/trap filter: Filter blockages that impede drain flow
Frequency: weekly to monthly -
Inspect drain hose alignment: Hose kinks or bends that restrict drainage
Frequency: quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions
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References & Sources
- Washer machine not draining - maintenance guide Repair-Blog
- Comprehensive drain troubleshooting Repair-Blog
Community Analytical Insights
Guidance from available sources; statistical claims are shown only for samples of at least 10 discussions
Common Issues Reported by Users
- Drain pump malfunction (2 mentions)
- Clogged filter (1 mentions)
- Pressure switch failure (1 mentions)
User Suggested Solutions
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Check and replace the drain pump
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Clean the filter
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Sources
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