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Error Code: Washer Difficulty: Moderate
Problem: Long drain error – washer taking >8 minutes to drain water
How to Fix Washer Error
- Unplug washer and turn off water supply.
- Remove lower front panel by unscrewing 3 torx screws at bottom.
- Place towels underneath and slowly remove drain pump filter cap (turn counterclockwise) to drain residual water.
- Inspect and clean pump filter of coins, hairpins, and debris.
- Manually rotate impeller inside pump housing to verify free movement (should spin 360° without binding).
- Check drain hose for kinks, clogs, or improper height (must not exceed 96 inches above floor).
- Verify drain hose isn’t inserted >
- 5 inches into standpipe causing siphoning.
- If impeller is broken or pump doesn’t run during drain cycle, replace drain pump assembly W
- Test operation after repair.
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Still Not Working?
If the replacement part didn’t fix the issue, you may have a wiring problem or main board failure.
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