Like all appliances, your washing machine may stop working from time to time. It’s frustrating when you’re trying to wash your laundry, but you’re faced with a washing machine that won’t drain. If your Whirlpool washing machine is not draining, here are three potential causes to check for. To ensure your safety, always disconnect the washing machine from power before you attempt to make repairs.
Occasionally, small objects may become caught in your washer’s drain pump. You can remove the drain pump to find out if anything is blocking it. If your washing machine will not drain, but your drain pump is not obstructed, the pump may need to be replaced.
If your washer’s drain hose is kinked or bent, the washer will not be able to drain properly. The drain hose may also be obstructed by a small article of clothing. Check your drain hose and remove any obstructions, and straighten it if it’s bent. Make sure the hose is placed less than eight feet above the floor. Placing it higher than 96 inches above the floor can interfere with draining.
When the washer’s lid is open, the switch assembly prevents the washing machine from spinning. The washer will not drain if the lid switch assembly is damaged. You can test your lid switch using the following steps.
For more assistance with your Whirlpool washer, and additional appliance repair tips, contact us at Twin Cities Appliance.
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