Like any equipment, the Indesit washing machine can sometimes malfunction. One of these situations is the lack of drainage and freezing of the washing process.
In some cases, you can cope with the failure yourself, in others, you cannot do without the help of a specialist.
What to do if the Indesit washing machine does not drain water, what are the reasons for the breakdown, what are the ways to solve the problem, we will tell you in the article.
Diagnosis of Indesit washing machine errors
It should be borne in mind that the absence of drainage during operation of the washing machine does not always indicate a serious breakdown. This may be an easily fixable failure , which will not be difficult to cope with.
When stopping the cycle without draining, it is necessary to sequentially analyze the situation and study the condition of the nodes involved in the water discharge process. You can start with the simplest and, according to statistics, more frequent problems, gradually moving on to more complex ones.
Diagnostics must begin by checking which mode was selected on the Indesit washing machine, and whether an error code is displayed on the display. This is necessary to ensure that the no-drain mode has been configured. Then the remaining water in the tank is the normal state of the washing machine.
Some wash programs include a water stop. If the user selects this washing mode, then stopping is not a failure, this is a normal situation.
Most often, stopping without draining occurs in the following modes:
- wool;
- silk;
- delicate fabrics.
If a fault code appears on the display, it should be analyzed as it indicates the cause of the problem. Based on this information, you should check the functionality of the nodes:
Codes F05 and F11 may indicate a pump malfunction.- A problem with the control module is often indicated by codes F09 or F18.
- A failure of the pressure switch can be signaled by code F04.
- Problems with the electrical system and drain pump contacts are indicated by code F05 and code F11.
- Drain filter clogged.
- Installation and connection of an Indesit washing machine with irregularities (kinked drain hose, incorrect installation, etc.).
- Clogged sewer system.
In addition to the listed node failures, a one-time failure in the operation of the equipment is possible, which will not recur after a reboot and is caused by a random combination of circumstances.
What “symptoms” indicate a breakdown?
It is quite easy to suspect drainage problems on a Siemens washing machine. Such a breakdown is accompanied by many telling “symptoms” that clearly indicate a failure has occurred. As a rule, you can guess about a non-functioning drain by the following signs:
- the water drains very slowly (instead of 2-4 minutes, the drain lasts 5 or more);
- The program periodically “crashes” - the specified settings are lost, the machine freezes;
- when switching to draining or rinsing, the machine freezes and displays an error;
- the water does not drain completely - things remain unusually wet;
- the drain works intermittently: sometimes the water leaves, sometimes it remains in the tank;
- Spin does not start.
Sometimes the drain only slows down, increasing the duration of the cycle. If the machine does not drain the water at all, the program will stop without completing and the tank will remain full. The second situation is worse, since the washed items will be “locked”: due to the large amount of water, the security system will not allow the hatch to be opened.
Do not try to open a tank full of water - it is unsafe!
Drainage problems arise for the following reasons:
- the hose connecting the tank to the pump is clogged;
- the pump impeller is blocked by a foreign object or debris;
- the garbage filter is clogged, preventing water from flowing into the sewer;
- the pump is dirty or broken;
- there is an external blockage (in the general sewer or siphon);
- The drainage hose is “covered” due to blockage or squeezing.
Sometimes the self-diagnosis system will tell you what to do to fix the drain. Modern Siemens washing machines can automatically check the functioning of components and, if problems are detected, report them to the user with an error code. All that remains is to rewrite the combination and find the decoding in the factory instructions. If the display is “clean,” then you will have to act manually: sequentially check all drainage elements.
What to do if the drain doesn't work?
When the washing machine stops operating and there is water left in the drum, it is necessary to analyze the situation and determine the cause. You should start with the selected washing program.
Delicate mode
If, when starting the wash, a mode was selected that does not provide water discharge, then you must :
- turn on the washing machine (if it is turned off);
- in setting the modes, select only “drain” or “spin”, without the washing itself, you also do not need to add detergent;
- After the end of the program, things can be taken out of the drum without problems.
The solution to the problem is to set the drain mode.
Drain filter clogged
If the drain filter has not been cleaned for a long time, this procedure should be carried out immediately. Access to the filter is from the front side below. Before carrying out work, the machine should be de-energized.
The solution to the problem is cleaning the filter. Cleaning procedure:
- Open the panel.
- Turn right and pull the filter towards you.
- Clean and rinse the filter.
- Return the part to its original place.
- Install the cover panel.
When cleaning the filter, water is drained, so it is necessary to place rags in advance and prepare a low container for draining the liquid.
The drain in the house is clogged
To determine whether the problem is caused by a general clog in the drain, you need to observe how the water flows from the sink and bathtub. Additionally, you should (if possible) conduct the following test:
- disconnect the washing machine drain hose from the sewer connection;
- throw the free end of the hose into the bathtub, sink or toilet;
- run only the “drain” mode;
- If water flows, then the problem is not a breakdown of the washing machine, but a clogged sewer.
The solution to the problem is to clean the drain yourself or call a plumber. Once the blockage is removed, the washing machine can be used as usual.
Incorrect installation
For successful operation, the Indesit washing machine must be correctly connected to the communications. For high-quality drainage, it is important that the hose through which water is discharged is raised above the level of the tank, in accordance with the installation rules, but is positioned freely.
It is important that there is no bend and that it is not deformed or pinched, for example, by tightly pushed furniture. The solution to the problem is the correct free position of the hose .
Random program crash
In rare cases, the Indesit washing machine may freeze for no apparent reason.
The solution to the problem is reboot . To do this, the machine must be turned off and turned on again after 20 minutes. After this, select the “drain” mode.
If the outflow of water began, then the cause was an accidental failure. Otherwise, you need to continue troubleshooting.
The cause of unstable operation of household appliances may be voltage surges. In this case, the Indesit connection must be made through a voltage stabilizer.
Drain pump failure
Malfunction of the drain pump is most often associated with the entry of foreign objects into it - coins, torn buttons, etc. If a breakdown occurs, the part requires replacement .
How to change the pump in the Indesit washing machine is shown in the video:
Drain system clogged
When the washing machine enters the draining stage, the pump starts working, the pump pumps water, but the liquid does not drain. In this case, it is likely that debris in the drainage system is obstructing the flow of water.
The following may be clogged:
- drain hose;
- pump, etc.
After identifying the blockage area, cleaning is carried out. The solution to the problem is cleaning the pipes and hose.
Control module failure
If the Indesit washing machine does not drain water or is extremely unstable, draining water not every time, then there is a possibility that the reason lies in burnt-out elements of the control board.
In order to repair the module, professional diagnostics are required , the results of which may require:
- solder the tracks;
- solder the contacts;
- replace burnt out elements;
- reflash the module.
If the board is seriously damaged, a complete replacement of the assembly may be necessary. It is better for such work to be done by specialists who have the skills to perform such work. The solution to the problem is to call a specialist.
The pump does not work
If the garbage filter was clean or washing it did not help solve the problem, then the diagnosis needs to be continued. This time we go further - to the drain pump. It’s better not to stop at all after unscrewing the “trash can”, but to carry out a comprehensive cleaning of the drainage.
First of all, we assess the condition of the impeller. It is located on the pump and is often blocked by a clump of hair or hard debris. The blades, which are supposed to give direction to the sewage, stop and the water stops being pumped out. The problem is solved by inspecting and cleaning the screw:
- We illuminate the hole free from the garbage filter with a flashlight;
- we look out for the impeller - the blades on the pump;
- assess the contamination of the part;
- We are trying to spin the impeller.
If the blades stop due to blockage, then it is necessary to remove all adhering debris. Then we return the impeller and start a quick wash. Has the drain improved? If the answer is negative, unscrew the filter again and continue the diagnosis. The drain pump has probably failed. You can identify a breakdown with a simple test: turn on the automatic spin cycle, shine a flashlight on the impeller and look at its behavior. If the machine hums and the blades do not move, it means the mechanism is damaged. Repairing a pump is too time-consuming and difficult - it’s easier and cheaper to buy a new one.
The analogue is selected according to the serial number of the Siemens washing machine. The cost of the pump depends on the supplier and ranges from 1-3 thousand rubles. You can install the pump yourself: dismantle the old device, disconnecting the wiring and pipes, and fix a working spare part in its place. Then we start the wash. If the drain still does not work, contact the service.
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Call a master: where and how much?
Not in all cases you can fix the problem and get the washing machine working on your own. If you can’t solve the problem on your own, you need to contact a company that repairs washing machines.
You can search for such a company on the Internet by indicating the name of your city. The companies' website contains contact information, a list of work performed and a price list.
Prices from companies vary even within the same city.
Approximate prices:
- Pump replacement – from RUB 1,600.
- Removing blockages in the drain system of the machine - from 1,100 rubles.
- Diagnostics and repair of the control module – from 2,000 rubles.
- Repair or replacement of the pressure switch – from 1,600 rubles.
- Cable replacement, electrical diagnostics – from RUB 1,500. etc.
A serious company that maintains its reputation in the market has a good reputation. You can find reviews on the Internet by company name.
After finishing the work, the master conducts a trial run of the work . If the operation of the washing machine is restored, a warranty is issued for the repair performed.
It is recommended that if your washing machine breaks down, you seek help from specialized companies and do not trust the technician to random technicians, who may turn out to be scammers.
The requirement for an advance payment, the lack of information about the company on the Internet or, conversely, the presence of a large number of negative reviews should be alarming.
A lot of important and useful information about repairing Indesit washing machines is presented in this section.
The most likely reasons for the lack of drainage in the Indesit washing machine
The drain pump filter is clogged
This phenomenon occurs for various reasons.
- The washing machine is operated for quite a long time without preventive cleaning of the filter.
- Often used to wash woolen fabrics or other fabrics from which lint can be washed out and lumps may form.
- Foreign objects such as coins, matches, paper clips, etc. were not removed from the pockets of the clothes being washed. A button that comes off during washing can also get into the filter.
This problem can be corrected quite simply - the filter must be removed and cleaned of dirt and unnecessary objects. The drain filter for Indesit washing machines is located in the lower part of the body under a decorative cover.
It is removed by unscrewing it counterclockwise. You need to twist firmly, but carefully. If you break it, you'll have to look for a new one. It is worth remembering that when you remove the filter, water will begin to flow out. But the machine did not drain the water after washing and quite a lot of it will leak out.
Before removing the filter, it is better to prepare some container for the draining water and place it under the machine. Further. The filter itself and the place from which it was unscrewed are thoroughly cleaned.
After that, we return everything to its place and check the functionality of the machine. In the vast majority of cases, after such cleaning the problem disappears. If this does not happen, we move on to another possible cause of the malfunction.
Perhaps a blockage has formed in the rubber pipe installed on the drain pump
This happens quite rarely. But it's quite possible. The pipe is quite wide, but it is a bent corrugated tube. Therefore, if a large object gets inside, other contaminants may remain on it. For an Indesit washing machine, removing the pipe for cleaning is not a difficult task.
Machines from this manufacturer do not have a bottom cover. Therefore, access to the drain pump pipe is quite easy. You just need to put the washing machine on its side. The pump and its nozzle are clearly visible in the lower part. To remove it, you need to loosen the clamps and pull it out. We check for contamination.
If necessary, clean and put in the same place in reverse order. If the pipe was not clogged, the problem is not there. But then there is no need to rush to put it in place and bring the washing machine into a vertical position. Let's check the next part of the machine.
The drain pump is faulty
There are two possible scenarios for the development of the situation - the drain pump may be clogged or it may be completely broken. In both cases, the situation is not completely hopeless and can be easily resolved on your own.
Let's start with the first option. The drain filter described earlier is designed to protect the pump from foreign objects entering it. But even he is not able to guarantee absolutely complete filtration. Therefore, unnecessary small objects and contaminants may still end up in the drain pump.
The problem is corrected by standard actions - the pump is removed and cleaned. How is it removed? We return to the Indesit washing machine that was previously laid on its side. Remember when we removed the pipe? So it was connected to our drain pump. And this pump can be easily removed.
You just need to unscrew the screws that secure it and disconnect the wires. Next, carefully disassemble the pump. We clean from dirt and remove foreign objects. After this, we again assemble everything in reverse order. The second option is that the pump has completely died.
The reasons may be different. And various electrical ones - drops, short circuits, etc. The most likely thing that could have caused the breakdown is that the pump could not withstand constant excessive force. What effort? It's simple. If the machine stops draining water, it means that before this, due to a dirty system, drainage was already difficult and the pump was working under load.
Also, the load on the drain pump increases greatly if you pull the drain hose over a considerable distance. Anyway. We fix the problem by simply replacing the drain pump with a new one. Finding or ordering a pump for an Indesit washing machine is not particularly difficult.
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Water does not drain due to problems with the drain hose
The probable cause is a clogged hose. For example, a match or paper clip got into the hose. It gets filled with lint from fabrics. And now a traffic jam has formed. This problem can be solved by removing the drain hose and checking for permeability. It is easy to remove. Again, we put the Indesit washing machine on its side (you can, of course, tilt it, but it’s more convenient) and find the place where the hose is attached. Loosen the clamp and remove. Everyone probably knows how to check and clear a clogged hose.
Another possible option is simply a kinked or squashed drain hose. It is necessary to check its condition along its entire length and eliminate kinks if any.
In cases where the washing machine is permanently connected to the sewer, it would be useful to check the sewer system itself for blockages. After all, it is quite possible that the problem is not in the car, but in a dirty pipe or siphon. In this case, everyone is their own mechanic and plumber.
