How to replace the drain hose in an Indesit washing machine?

If the drain hose is leaking, duct tape won't solve the problem—it needs to be replaced as soon as possible. The same approach applies if the corrugated hose is the wrong length or is heavily clogged. However, this simple procedure requires effort, attention, and patience. To replace the drain hose in an Indesit washing machine, you'll have to get inside the machine and do some serious cleaning. It's also important to choose the right corrugated hose and identify the cause of premature rubber wear.

Replacement instructions

Indesit machines have no bottom, making drain hose replacement quicker and easier. However, some challenges remain, so remember to exercise caution and care. We prepare screwdrivers, pliers and rags, and then get to work. The instructions for replacing the drain hose look like this.

• We disconnect the machine from the sewer, water supply and electricity network.
• We drain the remaining water through the emergency drain.
• We provide free access to the washing machine by moving it away from the wall by 1-1.5 meters.
• We cover the surrounding area with old rags or newspapers.
• Tilt the machine back enough to provide maximum access to the bottom. If necessary, turn the unit over onto its right side.
• We find the place where the hose is attached to the drain pump.
• We loosen the clamp holding the sleeve.
• We disconnect the second end of the corrugated pipe on the body.
• We take out the rubber.
• We inspect the new hose and, having screwed it onto the fitting, we secure it with a clamp on the pump.

Check several times whether the clamp is securely seated on the hose.

• We connect to the body.
• We return the washing machine to its place.

Be sure to check the system's performance by running a test wash. Wait for the system to drain and then check the outer wall of the hose for dryness. If water droplets appear where the pump connects, stop the cycle and tighten the clamps further.

Reasons for installing a new part

The drain hose bears a tremendous load, carrying waste water into the sewer. It attaches directly to the pump, is made of polypropylene, and is able to withstand aggressive chemicals and sudden temperature changes. Despite this, it is often subject to mechanical stress, clogging, and wear. The need to replace the drain hose arises for several reasons.

• Incorrect length. The hose supplied with the washing machine isn't always the correct length. Adding additional hose parts is not recommended. It's best to disconnect the short hose and replace it with a longer one.
• Damage. Frequent compression of the hose often causes kinks and subsequent leaks. Cracks are also possible due to careless handling.
• Blockage. Although rare, it can happen that large debris or a thick layer of scale prevents the hose from functioning properly.

In private homes, washing machine users may also encounter mice chewing through the hose. In any case, replacement is necessary. Fortunately, corrugated hoses are now inexpensive, so there's no need to experiment with electrical tape and sealant.

Which hose should I buy?

It is also not difficult to purchase a replacement hose. You need to remove the old sleeve and use the sample to buy a similar one from a store that sells spare parts for Indesit washing machines. Another option is to measure the distance from the pump to the sewer. But in addition to the length, it's also important to determine the type of corrugated pipe:

• standard – “classic” made of ordinary polypropylene, 1-5 m long;
• telescopic – has a compressed shape and the ability to stretch 3 times;
• coiled - collapsible, consists of modules of 50-55 cm.

Typically, the need to replace a hose is rare. But it's best to approach the issue with the utmost care to resolve the problem once and for all.

   

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