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Speed Queen Commercial Washer won't drain

If your Speed Queen Commercial washer won't drain, washer not draining is usually caused by a blocked or failed drain pump. Small objects or clothing can obstruct the pump, and a pump that remains noisy during the drain cycle may need replacement. Next, a faulty control board may fail to send voltage to the drain pump, followed by a defective timer on models that use one to control the drain cycle. Also check the drain hose for kinks, crushing, or clogs caused by lint or hair, especially if the washer has moved during operation. If the washer still will not drain, debris in the door lock or latch assembly, or an obstructed lid switch assembly or door lock, may prevent the cycle from working properly. Before testing electrical parts, disconnect power and follow the wiring diagram for your model. Enter your model number to find the exact replacement drain pump, control board, timer, drain hose, door latch, or lid switch assembly for your specific Speed Queen Commercial washing machine.

01 - Speed Queen Commercial 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 - Speed Queen Commercial 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 - Speed Queen Commercial 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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Frequently Asked Questions

Why is my Speed Queen Commercial washer not draining?
How do I check the drain pump on a Speed Queen Commercial washing machine?
Why does my washer have standing water even though the drain hose is clear?
Could the control board or timer cause my Speed Queen Commercial washer to stop draining?
How do I find and order the correct drain pump or other washer part?