To ensure personal comfort and simplify life, almost every person surrounds himself with various equipment that flawlessly copes with the tasks assigned. For example, washing. Modern washing machine carries out a full cycle of washing, rinsing, and, if there is an appropriate function, drying the laundry. However, the functioning of the equipment may be impaired due to several reasons, including clogging. There are two ways to solve the problem: by contacting a service center and by cleaning it yourself. In practice, solving such a problem is quite simple - it is only important to follow the algorithm of actions proposed in the following article. So, we’ll look at how to clear a clogged drain in a washing machine and bring the unit back to life.
Types of blockages
The term “clog” is used to define a mechanical obstruction that has accumulated in a certain area of the drain hose. Depending on the specifics of the blockage, there are two options – mechanical and natural.
- Mechanical. The filtration system becomes clogged due to foreign objects entering it, for example, buttons, shreds.
- Natural. The accumulation of small debris particles, that is, fluff, fabric fibers, occurs gradually, eventually leading to clogging of the drain hose.
The formation of a blockage leads to a blockage of the system, resulting in a software failure. It’s easy to determine: most models of washing machines, for example, Samsung And Bosch, stop working, stopping in the drain mode. It is also possible that the problem may manifest itself as a strong hum of the unit, or an independent transition to the rinse mode or a repeated wash cycle.
Operating principle and system design
To know how to clean the drain system, it is recommended that you first familiarize yourself with the basic principles of its operation. Water used during the washing or rinsing process first of all enters a corrugated storage tank connected to a special cleaning filter in which all small particles of debris.
Next, the water is discharged into the so-called impeller, after which it enters the sewer pipe. The liquid is discharged through the pressure created by the rotational force of the impeller. In accordance with these principles, almost all washing machines operate, for example, models from Atlant. A blockage can form in any of the specified areas of the system.
A simple solution to the problem
First, it is recommended to clean the washing machine filter. Often the problem is solved after this procedure. For most models, for example, Indesit or Ariston, the filter is accessible from the bottom of the front panel. If the filter is completely clean, proceed further.
Cleaning the drain hose and disassembling the system
If cleaning with soda does not bring the desired result, you need to disassemble the drainage system, since there is a high probability of the formation of a mechanical obstacle that must be eliminated. What to do in this case? First, it is important to ensure your own safety. To do this you need:
- Disconnect the washing machine from the electrical network.
- Turn off the water supply tap.
- Place the equipment on its side to facilitate access to the drainage system.
Parsing is carried out in accordance with the following algorithm:
- First you need to remove the bottom panel. It is important to note that in top-loading washing machine models, the side panel must be removed.
- Next, unscrew the bolts that hold the filter in the system.
- Squeeze the clamp, then release the drain hose from the pump and remove it from the housing.
To assess the degree of contamination, it is necessary to inspect the drain hose. If there is a large accumulation of debris, it must be removed using a Kevlar cable. This must be done with careful movements, first on one side and then on the other side of the drain hose. Additionally, you need to clean the hose with a stream of hot water.
If there is not only a blockage in the cavity of the drain hose, but also plaque on the walls, it is advisable to clean it. If you do not do this, after some time the problem of clogging the drain system will arise again.To remove dirt from the drain hose, you need to keep it for several hours in a container with a solution prepared as follows: pour a third of a glass of citric acid with two liters of hot water.
Prevention measures
Timely preventive measures will help eliminate the need to clean the drain hose of your washing machine:
- At least once every three months, it is recommended to clean the drain filter located on the front panel of the washing machine of debris.
- From time to time it is recommended to carry out a full wash cycle at a temperature of 90 degrees without laundry, but with soda added to the drum.
- Before washing, clothes must be fastened with all buttons and hooks.
- When washing small items in the washing machine, for example, underwear, socks, it is recommended to use special bags, otherwise there is a possibility of things getting into the drain hose.
- Before loading items into the washing machine, it is important to remove household debris from pockets.
