Cleaning a Washing Machine Drain Pump Filter

[@Mikeattempts]

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[@sherikacollins5954]

Had no idea we even had a filter until I got the error SE on my front loader. then like a fool I unscrewed the filter and water came pouring out almost flooding the laundry room. Thank you for this very clear, concise video.

[@Mikeattempts]

I'm glad it was helpful, thanks for the comment! :)

[@9171891]

Nice and clear, simple, & with no nonsense. Many thanks for taking the time to air this.

[@Mikeattempts]

Many thanks for taking the time to watch! :)

[@BillRutz-r7p]

Great clear understandable directions. Found if I used a little vaseline on the rubber mounts install was easier. After cleaning I found myself 45 cents richer! Thanks for the well documented video.

[@Mikeattempts]

Nice, who doesn't want a free 45 cents and a clean washer filter? ;) Thanks for the comment!

[@bbpyb]

Your instructions are concise and clear. Thank you very much for your kind sharing of knowledge.

[@Mikeattempts]

Thank you very much for your kind comment, I'm glad the video was helpful! :)

[@mishylw5150]

Super helpful for a single girl fixing things on her own!

[@Mikeattempts]

I'm happy to hear the video was helpful, thanks for the comment! :)

[@ngkokwei6114]

Thank you Mike for sharing!

[@Mikeattempts]

Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@susanjane2498]

Thank you for this video! I never knew about the filter! Happened at the right time because there was some water remaining under the tub seal where sovks go missing. I have just cleaned mine and running a load, hopefully it all drains and I don't need a new pump!

[@Mikeattempts]

That's great, I'm glad the video was helpful! I have 2 other videos fixing leaks in the same front-loading washer, in case your leak isn't resolved.

[@susanjane2498]

@@Mikeattempts thank you! I am subscribing so I have your channel. There is no water behind the tub seal now after the load was done, so I think that my issue is solved! 😊

[@Mikeattempts]

@@susanjane2498 Fantastic, thanks for the sub! :)

[@patsdaughter3659]

I guess that’s what I’m doing tomorrow. Seems like the easiest step in fixing the nonstop f21 codes I’m getting.

[@Mikeattempts]

Ahhh, the joys of homeownership! ;) Hopefully it goes smoothly for you.

[@BigSpookyJeff]

This video is great! Clear and concise. Love it. Thanks!

[@Mikeattempts]

Thanks, I appreciate it!

[@jeaninemorgan9118]

Great teaching

[@Mikeattempts]

Thanks! :)

[@cathiclark4701]

So easy to follow, good job, ty

[@Mikeattempts]

I'm glad the video was helpful, thanks for the comment! :)

[@saralinsteadt7711]

This was so helpful! Thank you!

[@Mikeattempts]

Thank you for watching! :)

[@vadenton8735]

Thank for sharing

[@Mikeattempts]

Thanks for watching!

[@vivianneludbrook7460]

Thank you!

[@Mikeattempts]

Thank you for watching! :)

[@alehuerta4008]

Thank you

[@Mikeattempts]

Thank you for watching! :)

[@alisalehi2077]

wonderful man.god bless.

[@Mikeattempts]

Thanks for watching! :)

[@jonnyk2194]

Flooded the Utility Room… but it worked 🙌🙌🙌

[@Mikeattempts]

Dang, there must have been a lot of water trapped in there! :)

[@DCassese26]

What tool did you use to unscrew the panel? Can’t find a nut driver small enough for the screws

[@Mikeattempts]

I used 1/4" socket but if you have a screwdriver that accepts hex bits, the end of that screwdriver is also 1/4", no bit needed.

[@gerardorodriguez4676]

What happens when you tighten the screw and it still leaks? Its happen to me and I had to buy another filter because they don't sell the o ring or do you know where? Since we have to clean it every month like the o ring wears out and I have to tighten it more and more. Any advice?

[@Mikeattempts]

I'm no pro but some silicone grease on the O-ring each time will make it much easier screw back in and to unscrew next time. It should extend the life of the O-ring substantially too. If your O-ring is still getting excessive wear, check the surface it seals against to be sure there aren't any rough or sharp spots. You could also try measuring the O-ring and order a few replacements.

[@mertisallen2675]

I can’t turn the filter, I tried pliers, I’ve tried turning nothing works

[@Mikeattempts]

Yeah, mine was very hard to remove the first time which is why I apply a little silicone grease to the O-ring now. A tool with a long handle and flat jaws would give you the best leverage while minimizing your chances of cracking the knob.

[@Julie-go6oc]

I have a top loading washer. Will it have a panel too?

[@Mikeattempts]

It should have some kind of panel at the bottom so you can access the filter. Since this is considered regular maintenance, there should be instructions in the user's manual.

[@desertxr8859]

What about top load washers, a lot front loads not much on top load

[@Mikeattempts]

As far as I know, most top load washing machines don't have a filter. For the ones that do, it's usually under the center piece at the bottom of the drum. To be sure, check the manual for your specific model.

[@mlevija]

What is the part number for just the filter assembly?

[@Mikeattempts]

As far as I can tell, it doesn't seem like they sell the filter on its own, you have to buy the whole drain pump.

[@mlevija]

@@Mikeattempts Thank you and I fixed the issue of a slightly cracked cap where you take it off with baking soda and crazy glue. It sealed it up tight.

[@Mikeattempts]

@@mlevija Nice, I'm glad it worked out!

[@caringdrug8497]

Protip lay some towels down to prevent your knees from getting wet.

[@Mikeattempts]

That's what the pan was for, but the towel would make it more comfortable to kneel on the tile floor. :)

[@DarlaStout-q5m]

I need a video on how to do this for an Electrolux

[@Mikeattempts]

If it's a front loader, it should be in the same general area. If it's a top loader, there's a good possibility that it doesn't have a filter. It should say in your manual.

[@DarlaStout-q5m]

@@Mikeattempts there is no little door on the front . I have to dig out the manual. I am guessing I will have to take off the whole panel

[@DarlaStout-q5m]

The front panel is all one piece

[@Mikeattempts]

@@DarlaStout-q5m I have heard that they can be located in the back but that's not very helpful for regular maintenance.

[@DarlaStout-q5m]

@@Mikeattempts agreed! I have a dog and need to find it.

[@SweetQueenAdelaide]

I hate mine. The drain pump sets in a little further. Not high enough to get a sheet or funnel under. I have to unscrew it from the base & wiggle it carefully out & up from latched bottom and still can't quite get anything under it to not make a mess. Today I had a towel, funnel, and 3" 90 degree pvc piece & made much less mess than the last times. Dumb design. I only do it when the washing machine starts not draining completely.😅

[@Mikeattempts]

That's a shame that they make a regular maintenance task so difficult. It sounds like you might benefit from a Form-A-Funnel like this: amzn.to/3zAdm0F . It's a firm but flexible funnel that you can shape to your situation, they really come in handy when regular funnels won't work.

[@paulgiulekas7127]

my filter wont unscrew all the way to remove it it allows the water to drain but wont come ou

[@Mikeattempts]

Try giving it a wiggle while pulling out.

[@paulgiulekas7127]

@@Mikeattempts it came off but not like your its just a cap it seems

[@Mikeattempts]

@@paulgiulekas7127 Mine can separate into 2 pieces. If yours is similar, make sure the "basket" isn't stuck in there.

[@ryansanders7604]

​@Mikeattempts I'm having the same issue. Cap came off, but the filter did not. How do you get it out, just some pliers? (Also! My pump is further back so the water just pours into the casing, but I fit a pan underneath the whole washer)

[@OscarTheScrapper]

We change washing machines and TVs every 20 years, how bad is the water in your county you have to change filters every other few months. Let me guess Flint Michigan... Also we never throw out our old washing machine we just put the new one on top

[@Mikeattempts]

After 3 washing machines, how do you reach the top one to use it? ;)

[@OscarTheScrapper]

@@Mikeattempts well I'm in an upper class trailer park now. I can afford to go to the community laundry now.

[@davidnguyen_89]

I cant seem tighten it back on

[@Mikeattempts]

Yeah, they can be a real pain to remove and reinstall, especially the first time you take it off. Did you use a little silicone grease on the threads and O-ring? That should make it much easier.

[@davidnguyen_89]

No i did not have silicone grease

[@Mikeattempts]

@@davidnguyen_89 You can pick up a little container of silicone grease in the plumbing section of any hardware store. A tiny bit helps a lot. You could use regular grease, but it might have negative long-term effects on the rubber O-ring.

[@davidnguyen_89]

@mike attempts, i will try to find one at my local hardware store and apply it to the threads and O ring and see if it works

[@davidnguyen_89]

Any silicone grease will do right

[@juansantacruz9278]

Garbage ♻️

[@Mikeattempts]

Thanks for watching! ;)