We change, remove, get rid of blockages in the washing machine filter

Often, most problems with a washing machine can be solved by cleaning or changing the washing machine drain filter. Manufacturers do not advise performing such a procedure yourself. In fact, you don’t have to call specialists, but perform this operation yourself; this will require a little patience and straight hands, which will help save some money on repairs. In order to prevent possible breakdowns of the machine associated with a clogged filter, it must be removed and cleaned of accumulated contaminants twice a year as a preventive measure.

If you neglect this recommendation, the machine will gradually begin to draw and subsequently drain water more and more slowly. As a result, there is a possibility of its complete failure. In order for the washing machine to start working normally again, most often it is enough to simply clean its filter. How to do this correctly and what subtleties exist can be understood by studying this article.

Drain filter element

How to properly clean the filter element

In modern models of washing machines you can find two types of filters. One of them filters the water entering the drum, and the second filters debris when draining the water.

• The first filter helps eliminate the possibility of particles of rust, scale and sand getting into the drum of the machine through tap water;
• At the same time, a filter installed on the drain prevents the pump from breaking due to coins, buttons or debris getting into it.

Often, it is the filter located at the water drain that is cleaned. The drain filter in a washing machine is often installed at the bottom of the body behind a plastic protective cover. The protective cover can be easily removed by hand without using any special tools. The process of removing such a cover is very simple:

• The lid looks like a regular round plastic cap;
• Holding the special recess in the plug, you need to twist it counterclockwise, which will help you quickly and easily unscrew it.

In rare cases, in some models of cars this part is fixed with a bolt, which is unscrewed with a regular screwdriver.

It is recommended that before removing the lid, prepare a container for the remaining water to drain. The container should be low, but at the same time sufficiently voluminous. A deep metal tray is ideal.

Scheme for removing and cleaning the filter element

Rules for cleaning the drain filter

If the washing machine has stopped and the stop error appears on the display panel due to a violation of the dirty water drain cycle, one of the possible options for stopping is a clogged drain filter. Experts recommend following the following instructions to figure out how to clean the filter in your washing machine:

1. Disconnect the electrical appliance to avoid injury from electric shock.
2. Shut off the water supply to the washing machine. As a rule, it has to be moved and tilted.
3. Having decided on the location of the pump, open the decorative strip. It is secured with hooks, so a screwdriver is required to open it. If you pull the top edge and the bar does not budge, it means that it is moving to the side, from right to left.
4. There is usually water left in the filter. In order not to flood your neighbors, you need to prepare a floor cloth and a low container. Place this container under the filter location, lifting the front part of the washing machine. Some models are equipped with gutters to drain remaining water.
5. Unscrew the filter. By design, they come in two types. The first type is a one-piece design. The second is the plug and the element itself (Zanussi, Elektrolux, LG). Some manufacturers additionally secure the plug against unscrewing with an additional screw for safety. Therefore, you must first unscrew the screw and then the filter.
6. Remove retained debris. Rinse the structure under running water. Check for any remaining debris in the housing. To do this, shine a flashlight inside. It happens that threads and hair wrap around the impeller shaft, completely blocking the rotation of the engine. To remove them you will have to remove the pump.
7. Check the integrity of the silicone insulating gasket on the filter element. If it is damaged, it may leak in the future.
8. Install the catcher in place without distortion. Tighten the plug firmly until it ends.
9. Connect the washing machine to the plumbing system and electrical circuit. Check for leaks. Set rinse mode. After the water starts draining, check the filter for leaks.
10. Close the decorative trim.

The user manual that comes with the machine contains a detailed description of cleaning for a specific model.

Washing machine drain filter

After all the water has flowed out, you can take out the filter element itself and clean it of debris. Before returning it to its place, the filter must be thoroughly rinsed to remove any deposits that have accumulated during the operation of the machine.

Sometimes the filter is clogged so much that it cannot be unscrewed. In this case, you will have to place the washing machine on its side and remove the pump to gain access to the filter from its reverse side. There is also a possibility that such measures will not help and you will have to completely dismantle the entire structure.

To avoid problems with unscrewing the filter, it is recommended to clean it regularly to eliminate the possibility of excessive contamination.

Important: Regular cleaning of the drain filter element allows you to find small items of clothing, coins, and lost buttons.

Filter element clogged with paper

How to clean the water fill filter element

Not every washing machine has a filling filter for a washing machine. The main task of this filter is to clean the water entering the machine from rust, sand and all kinds of pollution. Structurally, this filter element is a fine mesh, which gradually becomes dirty during operation. For this reason, it must be regularly cleaned of accumulated dirt.

Removing the fill filter using pliers

The filter must be screwed in all the way. Otherwise, water may start leaking.

If you don't know exactly where the filter is located, then you need to know that this element is located directly next to the fill valve. The tap water supply hose is attached to this valve.

The process of cleaning the inlet filter:

• First you need to turn off the water;
• The next step is to unscrew the tap water supply hose;
• After this, the filter element itself is pulled out using pliers;
• To clean it, you can use a regular toothbrush with stiff bristles;
• At the end you will need to put everything back together in reverse order.

If the water in your region is very hard, then you will need to do a similar procedure about three to four times a year.

Important: to extend the life of the washing machine and its filter elements, you can install a special external water filter device.

External flow filter

Cleaning the filter in an Indesit machine

One of the most common and popular brands of washing machines is Indesit. This Italian manufacturer has managed to win the trust of consumers due to the high quality and reliability of its products. With proper care and proper use, equipment from this brand will last 7-12 years without any problems.

It is only necessary to regularly clean the filter elements, and also use special chemicals to prevent the formation of scale. In order to thoroughly clean the filler filter element, you must:

• You will need to turn off the water and unscrew the plastic nut securing the inlet hose to the valve. The hose is often attached to the top of the back of the machine;
• After the hose is unscrewed, you can release the plastic filter itself. For these purposes, you can use pliers or a flat-head screwdriver;
• At the next stage, it must be thoroughly washed to remove rust and dirt. If it is very clogged, then there is still no point in replacing it with a new one, because after cleaning and washing, it will be able to fully perform its functions again;
• After completing this procedure, the filter device can be returned.

Cleaning the drain internal filter of the Indesit washing machine can also be quite easy and simple. It is located at the bottom of the front of the car. In different models it can be either on the left or on the right, but it is always covered with a hatch.

To clean it, just open the hatch, unscrew the filter counterclockwise, remove all accumulated dirt and insert it back. However, it is worth considering that before such an operation you need to do some preparatory work.

Draining water into a separate container

This is due to the fact that when you unscrew the cap, water will flow out of the machine. Therefore, it is recommended to lay a rag near the machine before doing this. The plug should be unscrewed with extreme caution, because it is made of rather fragile plastic. After you finish cleaning the filter element, you need to screw it tightly into the seat to prevent water leakage.

Drain hose and filter under the false cover

Washing the filter in a Samsung washing machine

Modern Samsung washing machines have two water purification filter devices installed at once. Due to the fact that now plastic pipes are increasingly used in apartments, the water supply filter rarely becomes clogged due to the absence of rust particles in tap water. You can periodically wash this filter mesh as a preventative measure.

At the same time, the drain filter gets clogged quite often. Most manufacturers advise users to inspect and clean the drain filter twice a year.

In Samsung machines, the filter device is hidden under a decorative cover located on the front of the machine.

In any case, getting it is quite easy and simple. The only obstacle may be excessive contamination.

In all Samsung models, the filter element has a special recess that facilitates the process of unscrewing it. You should always unscrew the plug counterclockwise and quite carefully so as not to damage it.

After the polyphosphate drain filter for the washing machine has been cleaned, screw the lid all the way to prevent water from leaking. You need to make sure that the filter is screwed on evenly and tightly, otherwise you can simply flood your neighbors when draining the water.

Important: The procedure for cleaning the filter element is carried out twice a year, and also when an error is displayed on the screen of the 4E machine.

Removing the drain filter element

Location

design features , but generally it’s easy to figure out where the filter is located in the washing machine. The washing machine drain filter is located at the bottom under the tank near the pump. On the front side it is hidden by a hatch or a removable decorative panel.

The table shows the locations of traps for well-known brands of washing machines.

Most washing machines with small loads of laundry (up to 3.5 kg) are usually not equipped with drain traps.

Cleaning the filter in a Bosch washing machine

Modern models of washing machines from Bosch also use two filter elements to fill and drain water. Each of these filter elements must be cleaned regularly as they become dirty during operation and operation of the machine. To clean the pump filter in a Bosch machine, you first need to understand where exactly it is located. To do this, just pay attention to the decorative cover located at the bottom of the front of the washing machine.

If there is no separate hatch, then in order to get the filter you will need to unscrew the decorative panel at the bottom of the machine. This panel is easy to remove as it is attached to just two plastic clips. Before removing the drain filter, you need to drain all remaining water from the machine using a special drain hose. To do this, you need to prepare a separate container and a rag. After the water has flowed out of the drain hose, you can safely unscrew the filter device because a lot of water will no longer flow from under it.

Fixing bolts

If the filter element has rarely been serviced, it can literally become stuck to the threaded connection. In advanced cases, you will have to remove the entire pump. It is not recommended to carry out such an operation yourself, as you can damage an expensive structural element.

Remains of water from under the filter element
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Possible problems

If there is a need to deal with the drain snail, you must first disconnect it. After the owner of the washing machine tries to do this, the following may happen:

1. When you try to unscrew the drain filter, it remains completely motionless.
2. It starts to spin, but after it has gone through a quarter of a turn, the rotation stops and it is impossible to move it any further.
3. Sometimes it unscrews completely, but despite this it is impossible to pull it out.

The instructions do not provide instructions if one of the listed situations occurs.