My washing machine is filled with water and i don't know how to get it out. Help?

Question

It can still... wash.. like it can spin but the water doesn't drain out after we use it.. is it broken? or did i do something wrong..

Answer 1

use shop vac to empty

Answer 2

Are you allowing the machine to stop on its own after the wash and spin cycle? If so and the water still doesnt drain out, it could be a valve that is stuck that is supposed to open at the end of the cycle. Unless you are really handy, you will need a service person to check and repair it.

It could be the pump also. Can you hear anything that hums at the end of the cycle. This is a sound that indicates that the pump is trying to empty the machine.

Answer 3

the spin cylce takes the water away

Answer 4

Pull the washing machine out from the wall A LITTLE WAY until you can see behind it (I'm assuming it's a front loading automatic).

When you can see behind it, you will see a blue hose connected to a cold water tap or stopcock, an electrical cable connected to a socket or junction box, a wide hose, probably grey, connected to a drain and possibly a red hose connected to a hot water tap or stopcock.

Get someone to help you and pull the washing machine as far away from the wall as you can without straining any of these connections.

See how the grey drain hose is connected to the drain, it is probably hooked into an upright drainpipe fixed to the back wall.

If you unhook the flexible rubber hose from the upright drainpipe, no water will come out of it if you keep it level with the top of the washer cabinet. If you put a bucket on the floor and lower the hose into it, the water from the washing machine should drain into the bucket. It may drain very slowly because there could be something like a sock stuck in the connection between the drum and the pump. The water can all be drained out this way, there will be about three buckets full. You can stop the water coming out by putting your thumb over the end or raising the hose.

The problem is probably a blockage between the drum and the pump. There may be a filter there that you can get at easily. The next most common fault is a small, hard foreign body stuck in the pump, something like a coin or curtain ring, stopping the pump from spinning. It depends on how old your washing machine is. If it is very old, over three years or heavily used, something may have failed due to wear and tear.

If this doesn't look like it's going to work, post some more details about your washing machine and connections.

Answer 5

Oh dear!  Its possible you had something, like a sock, stuck in your line, or possibly, you have a bad pump.  Try this, remove all the wet clothing into a bucket or some other thing that will contain the wet clothing for now.  Set the washer to spin and see if it will drain out.  If not, its not from an unbalanced load and will probably require a visit from the appliance repairman unless you or a friend is capable of repairing it.  Depending on how old your machine is, it may or may not be worth fixing.  But if the washer is like 5-10 years old, might be worth the money to repair it.  Check the machine first and then decide on your options!  Good luck!

Answer 6

If you've tried the "drain" cycle and that doesn't work then there's a blockage in the waste pipe. If the waste pipe connects to a sink's plumbing it can happen quite easily. If you don't know how to unblock call a plumber.

Answer 7

make sure that the cycle dial is turned to a position that would cause the machine to drain. The early positions in the cycle are set to retain water for cleaning purposes. Manually turn the dial to a spin cycle mode. This may open the drain. Make sure that the dial is in the position necessary to engage the machine. If it is in a pause mode, the drain will not open. On most machines, this means pull the k**b out to engage the machine.

Things You’ll Need:

    * Basic tool kit

    * Flashlight

    * Bucket

    * Rags

Step1

Check hose for kinks. Straighten hose best as possible or replace. If hose is looping gravity may be the problem. Try cutting off excess.

Step2

Test lid switch for "click". If you don't hear this "click" you may try replacing it by ordering a new one from the manufacturer and following installation instructions. Fairly easy job for a do-it-yourselfer.

Step3

Check belts to see if they are loose or broken. Most washers have removable panels that let you get to the pumps, motors and belts. Belts can also be done by a do-it-yourselfer but can get tricky, you may want to seek a friend who has some belt experience.

Step4

Check hose that connects tub and pump. Remove hose with bucket and rags close by, check for obstructions.

Step5

Check pump with voltmeter could be an actuator(a value that controls what flow). Not a good idea to play with water and electricity find someone who knows what they are doing.

Step6

Listen to pump. If it sounds like it's trying to pump but the water is not moving, it could be something stuck in the pump. Remove pump and clean. Again another moderate job for a do-it-yourselfer. Unplug machine from power source before and remember some electrical equipment will hold a charge even after unplugged.

Step7

Call a professional.

Answer 8

OOPps Sounds like it could be your pump.  I just went through that.  I ended up just getting a new washer cause my transmission was also out.  You will have to use the bucket method to get rid of the water.  Bucket it out, using small containers as the amount of water gets less.  For the final few gallons, I used the shop vac..

Answer 9

turn your dial to drain and spin and see if that doesn't work