How to change the drain hose in an Electrolux washing machine?

In any automatic washing machine, a mandatory function is to drain waste water. It is very important that this operation is carried out in accordance with the product's instruction manual. If defects appear on the hose, the drainage tube may fail. As a result, the apartment will definitely be flooded, and neighbors living on the lower floors will suffer. To prevent this from happening, if a serious defect is discovered, it is worth changing the drain hose in advance.

How to make the replacement yourself?

Before starting work, you must first carefully study the connection diagram. Replacing the drain hose is easy to do without calling a specialist. The design of the Electrolux washing machine allows you to install a new drainage hose quite quickly. The free end of the drain hose is connected to the sewer pipe. The second is located inside the body, screwed to the volute pipe.

To ensure that fixing the drain hose does not cause complications, professionals use a special tee to connect the drain hose to the sewer pipe. If the sink trap has a loose side fitting, professionals will connect the drain hose to it. This makes it possible to quickly change the drain hose if the need arises.

To release the drainage sleeve, you must follow certain rules:

• unscrew or loosen the clamps;
• disconnect the Electrolux washing machine from the electrical network;
• close the tap responsible for drawing in the liquid;
• empty the drain system of remaining water.

To remove any remaining liquid, you need to open the door located on the front wall of the device. Then carefully remove the garbage filter (by unscrewing it counterclockwise). To prevent water from getting on the floor, use a small basin, placing it under the open hole in advance.

To replace the drain hose, be sure to have dry rags ready (sometimes water spills onto the floor). The drain hose can be easily disconnected with your own hands, since its connection point is freely accessible. To disconnect the drain hose from the volute, the washing machine Electrolux, must be placed on its side. This will give you access to the pump, as well as the entire cochlea.

Electrolux washing machine models are available in different configurations. Some are missing the bottom. Therefore, the technology for replacing the drain hose may differ slightly. If there is a pallet, you need to unscrew the bolts securing it and remove the panel. Sometimes the pan is equipped with a special sensor that protects the system from possible leaks. In this case, you need to disconnect the electrical wiring from it, acting extremely carefully. After the operations are completed, the approach to the drain hose is cleared. Using pliers, loosen the clamps holding the base of the sleeve, and dismantle the drainage hose.

Don't forget to check your pump. If dirt has accumulated in it, be sure to remove it.

Installing a new hose. It is very important to tighten the clamp securely, but not too tight to avoid damaging the base of the hose. The second end is connected to a siphon or directly to the sewer. The drain hose after installation should not have any creases or kinks. After installation, the machine is plugged in and the “Rinse” mode is set. This is necessary to check the operation of the hose.Leaks are not allowed.

Why do this?

During operation, the Electrolux washing machine draws water into the tank. After finishing the wash, the liquid goes down the drain. The drain hose must always be in perfect condition. How to determine that it must be changed in order to save your apartment from flooding?

During the inspection, if damage is found, immediate dismantling and replacement is required. Some washing machine owners try to cover damaged areas with tape or tape. This saves for a while (a day or two).

The drainage pipe may become clogged. To determine this, you need to observe the operation of the Electrolux washing machine. The water begins to drain much more slowly, and an unpleasant odor appears. Sometimes the hose needs to be replaced because its length is not enough. You should not try to lengthen the hose with your own hands. A large number of joints will lead to a quick rush. It is much safer to purchase a new long sleeve and connect the machine to the sewer.

To replace the drain hose, it is very important to choose the correct length, as well as the diameter of the seat. Make calculations in advance and be sure to take into account that the hose must have an “elbow” in accordance with the instructions.

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