Lg Washer Drain Pump Filter Leak

This may be perceived as a washer leak.

Lg washer drain pump filter leak.

Pull the drain hose carefully into the pan and remove the plug from the hose allowing the water to drain completely. Access the drain pump at the lower left corner of the washer and manually drain the washer using the black drain hose on the left side. Make sure the filter is inserted properly and securely closed. After ensuring both pieces are secure run a speed wash or quick cycle to ensure the leaking has stopped.

Troubleshooting if the washer drain pump is causing the leak. Tighten the drain hose cap stopper screw. Our front load washer has a very slow leak from the left front corner the drain pump filter area. The water should be poured quickly to mimic the drain action of the washer.

Lg washer leaking from drain pump filter if the whole gallon drains without leaking your drain is probably fine. The amount of water will vary according to when the leak in the cycle occurred. This can cause water to splash out and onto the floor over sudsing can occur if you re not using an he branded detergent in the machine. If water overflows contact a plumber immediately.

Open and remove the acces panel by pulling the tab downward and out revealing the drain hose and drain pump filter. Make sure the stopper screw on the drain hose is not stripped or damaged. How to test the drain hose standpipe. It is a model wm8000hwa 5 2 cu.

Check the drain pump area for any type of leak. Pour a pitcher of water into the standpipe. Ensure that the plug is fitted in place on the manual drain hose and inspect the hose for cracks or splits. After all the remaining water is drained from the drain hose twist the pump filter counter clockwise to remove it from the washer.

If the home drain standpipe is clogged or is restricted water will overflow onto the floor. Mega capacity turbowash washer with steam technology the filter filter housing door and door seal are clean.