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My Frigidaire Washing Machine Is Not Draining

When your Frigidaire washer won't drain, start by checking the drain pump, the most likely cause. Small objects, lint, hair, or clothing can block the pump, and a pump that remains noisy during the drain cycle may need replacement. If the pump is clear but your washing machine is not draining, the control board may not be sending voltage to the pump. On some models, a faulty timer can cause the same problem by failing to activate the pump during the drain cycle. Next, inspect the drain hose for a clog, kink, or crushed section, especially if the washer has moved during a cycle. A blocked door lock or door latch can also prevent proper operation, while debris in the lid switch assembly or door lock may keep the washer from completing the cycle. Unplug the appliance before inspecting parts, and use a multimeter only if you are comfortable testing voltage with the wiring diagram. Enter your model number to find the exact Frigidaire drain pump, control board, timer, drain hose, door lock, or lid switch replacement part for your washing machine.

01 - Frigidaire Washing Machine Drain Pump

Sometimes, small objects or articles of clothing can get caught in the drain pump. To determine if anything is blocking the drain pump, remove the drain pump and check the pump for obstructions. If the drain pump is clear of obstructions, but is still noisy during the drain cycle, replace the drain pump.
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02 - Frigidaire Washing Machine Control Board

Since a washing machine control board provides voltage to nearly all of the washer's electrical components, a faulty board may not be sending power to the drain pump during the drain cycle. You can inspect the board for signs of burning or a shorted-out component. You can also use a multimeter to test for incoming power to the drain pump after reviewing the appliance's wiring diagram. If no voltage is present when the washer is in the drain cycle, it's likely the control board is defective and will need to be replaced.
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03 - Frigidaire Washing Machine Timer

On some washing machine models, a timer is used to determine when voltage is to be sent to the washer's electrical components. A faulty timer may not be sending power to the drain pump during the drain cycle. You can inspect the timer for signs of burning or a shorted-out component. You can also use a multimeter to test for incoming power to the drain pump after reviewing the appliance's wiring diagram. If no voltage is present when the washer is in the drain cycle, it's likely the timer is defective and will need to be replaced.
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04 - Drain hose is clogged or kinked

Check to see if the drain hose is kinked or crushed. If your washer "dances" during cycles, it may have moved and kinked the hose. The drain hose could also be clogged with lint or hair. You can use a thin, long-handled brush to clean the hose.
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05 - Door lock or door latch obstructed

Remove any debris in the door lock or latch assembly. Any debris that is in the lock or latch can prevent the washer from working properly.
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06 - Obstructed Lid switch assembly or Door lock

Remove any debris in the door lock or lid switch assembly. Any debris that is in the lock or latch can prevent the washer from working properly.
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