How to clean the pump in a Whirlpool washing machine

Frequent use of a Whirlpool washing machine can cause the pump to become clogged. If immediate action isn't taken, the pump will eventually develop more serious problems and eventually fail. To avoid this, let's learn how to clean the drain pump in a washing machine.

How do you know if the problem is in the pump?

If you're having problems with your pump, you'll notice a number of telltale signs that will help you easily determine if it's faulty. These include:

• buzzing and hissing when draining water after washing;
• the water drains for a very long time with difficulty;
• Sometimes the water does not drain at all if the pump is very clogged.

What's causing these "symptoms" in your washing machine? We've already established that a clogged pump is to blame, but why does it happen? The point is that the drainage system needs to be cleaned periodically, and if this is not done, all the debris that gets there during washing clothes (hair, dust, threads) or from the drain pipe will gradually clog the pump. Also, some cheap detergents are poorly soluble, and the residues they leave behind also remain in the system. This leads to malfunctions later on.

Let's prepare the machine for repair

So, open the manual and carefully look at the location of your Whirlpool washing machine's pump to avoid wasting time searching for it and damaging other components. Once you're confident you've figured it out, gather two types of screwdrivers: a flathead and a Phillips head, an open-end wrench, and a flat container. The container is needed to prevent water from leaking from the pump onto the floor. First, disconnect the unit from the power supply and water supply for your own safety and to avoid any unexpected problems.

Before dismantling the pump, clean the filter and drain any remaining water.

Now you can begin disassembling the washing machine. Open the small door on the baseboard (located at the front bottom). The filter is located there. Gently unscrew it counterclockwise. Depending on the model, the filter may also be secured with an additional bolt. In that case, unscrew it with a screwdriver!

Cleaning the pump

The pump is located at the bottom of the machine, so to speak. Sometimes the bottom of the machine is uncovered, while other times manufacturers install an additional panel there. To access the pump, you'll need to remove this panel. You can also position the machine to access the contents of the bottom of the machine.

Once you've located the pump, loosen the hose clamps and remove the pump. You'll need to remove everything holding it in place: bolts, clamps, and fasteners. Once you're done, remove the pump and begin cleaning.

The pump consists of two parts: the volute and the pump itself, complete with impeller. Cleaning requires disassembling the pump, but this isn't difficult: just remove a few screws that hold the parts together. Now you can take a closer look at the impeller. Usually, this is where the problem lies: all the debris gets wrapped around it and prevents the pump from functioning properly during operation. Remove any debris from it, reassemble the pump and put it back in place.

Place the machine back in its original position, connect all utilities, and run a wash cycle to check how the water drains. If everything is fine, you've done it. If the problem persists, the pump needs to be replaced; it's faulty. Here are a few simple rules to avoid premature draining. pump breakdowns.

1. Use special detergents for washing machines.
2. Do not wash clothes with a lot of decorative elements in machines not intended for this purpose.
3. Clean periodically.

That's it! Maintaining your pet's health isn't really that difficult; you just need to do it regularly, otherwise you'll only run into worse problems!

   

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