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

During a single wash cycle, the drain hose of a washing machine drains several dozen liters of wastewater. If you use your machine daily, or even four times a week, it's easy to imagine the strain this hose is subjected to. After a period of heavy use, the hose can become clogged with debris and dirt. Liquid begins to drain poorly, and in some cases, the drain stops altogether. Let's figure out how to clean the drain hose in a Samsung washing machine at home to ensure it runs as smoothly as before.

We separate the hose from the machine

First, prepare for the work. Be sure to de-energize the machine and shut off the water inlet valve. After that, you can begin disconnecting the drain hose from the machine body and the sewer outlet.

The algorithm of actions will be as follows:

• Tilt the Samsung washing machine back, preferably resting the body against the wall;
• cover the floor under the machine with dry rags;
• open the special door behind which the trash filter is hidden;
• unscrew the leak sensor;
• find the place where the rubber hose is attached;
• loosen the clamp;
• Gently pull the hose towards you.

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

The other end of the drain hose is even easier to disconnect. Find the spot where the tube connects to the drain pipe or trap. Then, loosen the retaining clamp and release the end of the drain hose. Disassembly is complete, and you can begin cleaning.

Cleaning procedure

Once you have the hose in your hands, you should carefully inspect it for defects. If there are cracks on the surface or the casing is damaged in some places, the drain hose will have to be replaced. Otherwise, there is a high probability that leaks will occur in the near future.

To clean the hose, you'll need a special Kevlar cable. The end of the cable has a small brush that effectively removes deposits from the walls of the hose and quickly clears clogs. The cleaning procedure is 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 is treated;
• Rinse the drain hose under strong pressure of warm water.

If you can't find a Kevlar cable, you can make your own. To do this, you'll need a long steel wire. Using pliers, bend the end and tightly wrap a small piece of fabric around the "hook." It's important that the homemade brush matches the diameter of the hose. The cleaning process is the same: insert, remove residue, and rinse.

Typical causes of clogging

A clogged drain hose in a Samsung washing machine is inevitable – particles of detergent, hair, and lint from clothes will eventually settle on the walls of the element. This type of clogging is completely natural for any automatic washing machine, regardless of brand or model. Users can slow down the process by following these guidelines:

• wash clothes in special bags;
• use a tap water softener;
• After completing the washing cycle, run the machine "empty" to rinse the inside of the unit;
• take care of the machine in a timely manner;

Experts recommend performing a comprehensive cleaning of the SMA once every 3 months.

• Use high-quality washing powders and gels designed specifically for automatic machines;
• Check pockets of clothes for debris, brush hair out of laundry, shake out clothes before loading them into the drum.

Don't neglect cleaning the drain hose. 10 minutes is enough to clean the element. This will help the machine continue to perform its intended functions.

   

Readers' comments