Why does the water in the air conditioner compartment not drain away after washing?

If the washing device has finished working, but you find residual water in the washing powder or conditioner tray, it is recommended to urgently perform machine diagnosticsto identify the exact cause of the problem. A similar problem can occur in a device of any brand - Bosch, Indesit, Ariston, Candy, Samsung, LG. Stagnation of water in the compartment indicates that certain interruptions have occurred in the system. We invite you to figure out together why water remains in the air conditioner compartment in your washing machine.

What should you check?

It is possible to carry out the necessary measures to diagnose the washing machine yourself if you know the nuances that should be given priority attention. There are several reasons why water remains in the washing equipment compartment:

1. Check the pressure with which the liquid enters the washing machine. It is likely that it does not match required indicator. You can clarify this by listening to how your machine works. If water intake takes a long time and strange noises are heard, this means that the water supply system does not have the required pressure.By the way, the same signs indicate that the inlet valve is partially open;
2. make sure that there is no blockage in the compartment that could form from air conditioner residues;
3. check the quality of the detergents used and air conditioners.

Troubleshooting Possible Problems

A small amount of water remaining in the compartment is considered normal and no troubleshooting steps should be taken. It's another matter when compartment completely filled with water. Here you need to start looking for the cause, because you can eliminate it on your own. The most characteristic are:

1. improper control and care of the compartment into which laundry detergents and conditioners are poured is organized. Manufacturers of washing devices advise periodically washing the compartment to remove any remaining product from it. If you forgot about this recommendation and the compartment becomes clogged, you will have to remove the entire hopper and rinse it thoroughly under high water pressure;
2. The washing machine is not installed level. If there is an inclined angle forward, there will always be water left in the compartment intended for the air conditioner after washing. Read the accompanying instructions and install the machine in accordance with its requirements;
3. Low quality laundry detergents are used. It is likely that the reason lies precisely in this - the remains of the air conditioner clog the compartment, and water remains in it. Rinsing is carried out, and it is recommended to try other formulations the next time you wash;
4. excessive amounts of washing powders and conditioners. You may have poured too much detergent into the compartment. Check what the instruction manual says on this issue, reduce the measured dose of powder and conditioner;
5. The water pressure in the pipes has weakened, or you have not fully opened the tap. The latter is easy to check, but to clarify the pressure you will have to check how water flows from the tap at another point in the system.

Where else can water remain in a washing machine?

It happens that after the washing process is completed, water is found in other places of the machine.

Loading hatch seal

In this case, there is no reason to worry - the situation is completely normal. But if water remains here constantly, then mold may form on the rubber seal and an unpleasant odor will appear. Experts recommend after the washing process is completed Wipe the sealing element dry, removing any remaining water from its folds. Also, the loading door must be kept slightly open.

Water remains in the drain system filter

This is also not considered a breakdown, but the order of connecting the drain hose to the sewer system should be checked. As determined by the installation rules, the drain hose is attached to a certain height from the floor surface or a loop is made. If you neglect this condition, the washing machine will not be able to work normally - water will constantly pour out and enter the system again.

The work process is not completed, water remains in the drum

Check which program you have chosen to operate the machine. Many machines have a stop mode without draining water. If you have installed just such a function, you will have to additionally activate the process of draining waste water. A second explanation for this problem could be pump malfunction.

Cleaning the filter yourself

The procedure is simple, but requires certain skills.As a rule, it will take no more than ten minutes to complete:

• the washing machine is disconnected from the power supply and water supply;
• The hose is disconnected from the body. You must act carefully, as there is some water left in it;
• carefully remove the filter, the mesh of which is thoroughly washed with water or a solution of citric acid;
• Once all the activities have been completed, all that remains is to carry out the assembly in reverse order.

We repair the valve

It happens that water remains in the compartment due to the failure of the water intake valve. You can replace this part in the washing machine yourself. First of all, we need to decide where the element we are interested in is installed. After this, the following activities are performed:

1. the washing machine is disconnected from the communication networks, the water intake hose is disconnected from the valve;
2. certain body panels are removed to gain the necessary access to the valve;
3. the wires and pipe are disconnected from the failed element;
4. the valve is removed from the machine. It can be secured with latches or screws.

A working analogue is mounted in the vacant space, the wiring is connected, and the body panels are installed. Now all that remains is to connect the machine to the water and electricity supply to perform a functional test.