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Washer Not Draining (Washing Machine)

Water left in the drum after a cycle is almost always a drain fault — a blocked filter, kinked hose, or failed drain pump.

Error codes tied to this symptom

Beko E03 Stops machine

The machine cannot drain within the expected time. On a Beko Washing Machine, code E03 points to the drain pump.

Candy E03 Stops machine

The machine cannot drain within the expected time. On a Candy Washing Machine, code E03 points to the drain pump.

Frigidaire E21 Stops machine

Water is not pumping out fast enough. On a Frigidaire Washing Machine, code E21 points to the drain pump.

Hoover E03 Stops machine

The machine is not draining within the expected time. On a Hoover Washing Machine, code E03 points to the drain pump.

Hotpoint F05 Stops machine

The machine is unable to drain its waste water. On a Hotpoint Washing Machine, code F05 points to the drain pump.

Indesit F05 Stops machine

The machine is unable to drain its waste water. On a Indesit Washing Machine, code F05 points to the drain pump.

LG OE Stops machine

Water was not expelled from the tub within the expected drain window.

Maytag DRN Stops machine

The washer is not draining properly. On a Maytag Washing Machine, code DRN points to the drain pump.

Maytag F9E1 Stops machine

Draining is taking longer than expected (over about eight minutes). On a Maytag Washing Machine, code F9E1 points to the drain pump.

Miele F11 Stops machine

The machine is having difficulty draining. On a Miele Washing Machine, code F11 points to the drain pump.

Samsung 5C Stops machine

The washer cannot drain the water away. On a Samsung Washing Machine, code 5C points to the drain pump.

Samsung 5C Stops machine

Water is not leaving the tub at the expected rate, or at all.

Samsung E3 Degraded

An overflow condition was detected, often from excess detergent.

Whirlpool DRN Stops machine

The washer is not draining properly. On a Whirlpool Washing Machine, code DRN points to the drain pump.

Whirlpool F9E1 Stops machine

Draining is taking longer than expected (over about eight minutes). On a Whirlpool Washing Machine, code F9E1 points to the drain pump.

Bosch E0018 Stops machine

The pump is blocked (obstructed). On a Bosch Washing Machine, code E0018 points to the drain pump.

Bosch E30 Stops machine

This error code could be caused by a number of issues — please check the following:The water pressure is low. On a Bosch Washing Machine, code E30 points to the drain pump.

Bosch E3610 Stops machine

This error code could be caused by a number of issues — please check the following:The drain pipe or water outlet hose is blocked. On a Bosch Washing Machine, code E3610 points to the drain pump.

Bosch E38 Stops machine

The drain pump is blocked. On a Bosch Washing Machine, code E38 points to the drain pump.

Frigidaire E2 Stops machine

Water takes too long to drain or is not draining properly. On a Frigidaire Washing Machine, code E2 points to the drain pump.

LG E03 Stops machine

An OE/E03/E21 error code indicates the washing machine is unable to drain the water used during the wash cycle. On a LG Washing Machine, code E03 points to the drain pump.

LG E21 Stops machine

An OE/E03/E21 error code indicates the washing machine is unable to drain the water used during the wash cycle. On a LG Washing Machine, code E21 points to the drain pump.

LG FF Stops machine

The FF error stands for Freeze Failure. On a LG Washing Machine, code FF points to the drain pump.

LG u51 Stops machine

The FF error stands for Freeze Failure. On a LG Washing Machine, code u51 points to the drain pump.

LG E3 Stops machine

To resolve the E3 error, unplug the power cord, reconnect it and attempt to operate the washer again. On a LG Washing Machine, code E3 points to the drain pump.

Samsung nF Stops machine

Not Filling Errors: There is an issue with the water supply. See our article: Washing Machine won't Fill Up or Drain. On a Samsung Washing Machine, code nF points to the drain pump.

Samsung 4E Stops machine

Not Filling Errors: There is an issue with the water supply. See our article: Washing Machine won't Fill Up or Drain. On a Samsung Washing Machine, code 4E points to the drain pump.

Samsung 7E Stops machine

Not Filling Errors: There is an issue with the water supply. See our article: Washing Machine won't Fill Up or Drain. On a Samsung Washing Machine, code 7E points to the drain pump.

Samsung E1 Stops machine

Not Filling Errors: There is an issue with the water supply. See our article: Washing Machine won't Fill Up or Drain. On a Samsung Washing Machine, code E1 points to the drain pump.

Samsung nD Stops machine

Not Draining Errors: Water is not being drained from the machine at the correct speed - or at all. Check the drain hose angle from the machine, and make sure it's not clogged by any foreign substances. On a Samsung Washing Machine, code nD points to the drain pump.

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