How to clean the drain hose of a Samsung washing machine?

How to clean the drain hose of a Samsung washing machineDuring one washing cycle, several tens of liters of waste water flow through the drain hose of the washing machine. If you use the machine daily, or even 4 times a week, it is not difficult to calculate how much stress the hose is subjected to. After some time of active use of the machine, the part may become clogged with debris and dirt. The liquid begins to be poorly removed through the drainage; in some cases, the drainage of water stops altogether. Let's figure out how to clean the drain hose in a Samsung washing machine at home so that the machine works as before.

“Separate” the hose from the machine

First you need to prepare for the work. Be sure to turn off the power to the equipment and close the water inlet valve. After this, you can begin to disconnect the drain hose from the body of the machine and the sewer outlet.

The algorithm of actions will be as follows:

  • tilt the Samsung washing machine backwards, preferably resting the body against the wall;
  • cover the floor under the machine with dry rags;
  • open the special door behind which the garbage filter is hidden;
  • twist the leakage sensor;
  • find the place where the rubber pipe is attached;
  • loosen the clamp;
  • gently pull the pipe towards you.

It is advisable to clean the debris filter and the pump impeller at the same time as the drain hose.

The second end of the drain hose is even easier to disconnect. It is necessary to find the place where the tube is connected to the outlet of the sewer pipe or siphon. Afterwards, loosen the retaining clamp and release the end of the drain hose. Dismantling is complete, you can start cleaning.separate the drain hose from the machine

Cleaning procedure

After you have the hose in your hands, you should carefully inspect it for defects. If there are cracks on the surface or the shell is damaged in some places, the drain hose will have to be replaced. Otherwise, you can most likely expect leaks in the near future.

To clean the hose, you will need a special Kevlar cable. At the end of the rod there is a small brush that will effectively remove plaque from the walls of the tube and quickly deal with the blockage. The algorithm for cleaning will be as follows:

  • insert the cable into the drainage hose, moving the rod, clean off the dirt layer;
  • repeat the procedure until the entire inner surface of the tube has been treated;
  • Rinse the drain hose under strong pressure of warm water.rinse the drain hose

If you can’t find a Kevlar cable, you can make an analogue of it yourself. To do this you will need a long steel wire. Using pliers, bend its end and tightly wrap a small piece of fabric around the “hook”. It is important that the homemade brush is sized to match the diameter of the hose. The cleaning process is similar: insert, remove plaque, rinse.

Typical causes of blockage

A blockage in the drainage hose of a Samsung washing machine is inevitable - particles of washing powder, hair, and lint from things will, one way or another, settle on the walls of the element. This clogging is more than natural for any automatic machine, regardless of the brand and model. Users have the power to slow down pollution; to do this, it is enough to follow the following recommendations:

  • wash clothes in special bags;
  • use a tap water softener;
  • after completing the washing cycle, run the machine “idle” to rinse the insides of the unit;
  • take proper care of the machine;

Experts recommend carrying out a comprehensive cleansing of the SMA once every 3 months.

  • use high-quality washing powders and gels designed specifically for automatic machines;
  • check the pockets of items for debris, clean hair from laundry, shake out clothes before loading them into the drum.

Don't neglect cleaning the drain hose. It takes 10 minutes to clean the element. But this will help the machine continue to perform its functions.

   

Reader comments

  • Share your opinion - leave a comment

Add a comment

We recommend reading

Washing machine error codes