When your Inglis washer won't drain, the drain pump is the most likely cause. Small objects or clothing can block the pump, and a pump that remains noisy during the drain cycle may need replacement. If the pump is clear, a faulty control board may not send voltage to it. On models that use a timer, a defective timer can cause the same washer not draining problem. A kinked, crushed, or clogged drain hose is another common cause, especially if the washer has moved during a cycle. Check the hose for lint, hair, or other debris and clean it with a thin, long-handled brush. Finally, debris in the door lock, door latch, or lid switch assembly can prevent the washer from operating properly. Before replacing electrical parts, use the wiring diagram and a multimeter to check for voltage at the drain pump during the drain cycle. These checks can help pinpoint why your washing machine is not draining or why it has standing water. Enter your model number to find the exact drain pump, control board, timer, drain hose, door lock, or lid switch for your specific Inglis washing machine.
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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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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.
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.
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Why won't my Inglis washer drain?
How do I drain an Inglis washing machine with standing water?
Could the door lock or lid switch stop my washer from draining?
How can I tell if the control board or timer is causing my washer not to drain?
How do I find the correct Inglis drain pump or other washer part?