Fixing a No-Drain Problem in a Front Load Washer by Cleaning the Gookus out of the Drain Pump

In this thrilling episode of hand-to-machine combat, Samurai Appliance Repair Man is called in to fix a no-drain complaint in a front load washer. Watch in horrified amazement as the Samurai takes you deep inside the bowels of a front load washer to clean out the gookus caught in the drain pump suction boot. The moral of the story: empty your pockets before you do the wash! After watching this video, you, too, will be inspired become an appliance repair rock star!

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[congaman53]

where can I get internal parts for a frigidaire water pump such as an impeller?

[SamuraiRepairman]

You can get any parts you need through the Appliantology Parts Finder box at the top of the page at the Appliantology website. All parts come with a one year, no-hassle return policy, even on electrical parts that have been installed. It's insane!

[Robin Duennenberg]

Thank you, you just helped me fix my washer!!! I found my nametag I have been missing for a while now and lots of hair and change...lol Now if I can just get the hose back on.

[SamuraiRepairman]

Ah, a damaged belt is always an obvious reason to go ahead and replace the belt! I was assuming from your original comments that the belt was fine since you did not mention any visible damage. Definitely try the simplets solution first and replace the damaged belt!

[frenchis19]

the pulley was tight but i examined the belt closer and found that the rubber layer and the side that remains up were separated in a small area so i am hoping that is it : what do you think?

[SamuraiRepairman]

It's possible the pulley mounting bolt is loose. Grab the drum pulley and try to move it; If it wiggles, then try tightening the pulley mounting bolt.

[frenchis19]

thanks ! i went and did this and it doesnt make that clicking or knocking noice: it just moves smoothly without a noise: so what else could it be

[SamuraiRepairman]

A belt that keeps coming off the drum pulley in a front load washer is almost always a sign of bad drum bearings. I have another video here at my channel that shows an easy way to test the drum bearings. Look for the video titled, "Secret Samurai Technique For Checking The Drum Bearings In A Front Load Washer." If the drum bearings are bad and the machine is not under warranty or you're not going to do the repair yourself, then junk it and buy a new one.

[frenchis19]

do you think it possible that the belt keeps coming off because my drain pipe it too full? i watched the spin and it is smooth but i can hear some noise down where drain is : about 6 min into the spin the belt comes off! what do you think

[SamuraiRepairman]

Don't be bashful! I've had lots of girl-power apprentices at the Appliantology Academy kick major appliance boot-ay with just a little help from the Masters. You can do it, too! If you need detailed help, got to the Appliantology Academy and join up as an Apprentice so you can start a new topic and get the detailed, expert repair help you need!