Reasons why your washing machine leaks water
Imagine that you put your washing machine on and you realize that the water is flooding everything. If this is your case, do not lose your head, it is a more common problem than it seems and we are going to help you understand what could have happened and how to solve it. Although, if the guarantee of your washing machine is still valid, take advantage of it and avoid complications.
What do I do when my washing machine leaks water?
These are the first steps to follow when we see that our washing machine is losing water.
First check the instruction manual.
Next, we need to identify where the water leak is coming from.
Now is the time to determine if it can be solved by, for example, putting less detergent, or cleaning the door rubber, etc. If we have not found a solution, we must call the technician so that he can take a look at it. If the problem is bigger and more complicated like a damaged drum, it is best to buy a new washing machine since investing in its repair or replacement will be expensive.
Reasons why the washing machine leaks water
Excess detergent can cause failures in the washing machine since it is not capable of absorbing the amount of foam that is generated, causing the appliance to lose water mainly from below the washing machine.
Therefore, do not abuse this product, not by adding more the clothes will be cleaner. Experts recommend pouring at most up to half of the cup that comes with the detergent.
Too many clothes
Each washing machine has its own load capacity and in addition, each type of garment allows a different capacity. Wool fabrics are not the same as silk fabrics, for example. Therefore, filling the washing machine until not even a pin will fit will save you washing, but the clothes will not come out clean correctly and in the long run the section will end up failing.
So remember that the clothes must be loose inside the drum to guarantee optimal washing and spinning, in addition to extending the life of your washing machine.
Crack or dirt on the door rubber
If this rubber is broken or accumulates too much dirt, it will not be able to seal properly when closing the door and water will leak from that area. So always keep it clean and free of mold or dirt to avoid this problem. Also be careful when closing the door, because if the rubber gets caught, water will come out. Changing the comma in case it is broken is not a very complicated task, but you have to follow the instructions in the manual well.
Problems with the water inlet and outlet hose
If you see that it is clogged or deteriorated, remove the remains of dirt and lime with a thorough cleaning. Also make sure it is well secured, otherwise it will also cause water leaks.
If it suffers a perforation, it is best to change it, but we can also solve it by putting a little glue for leather shoes and then wrapping it in Teflon before it dries, finally repeating the process again to ensure greater resistance. This fix is quick, but temporary. It is best to get another.
Drain filter
This small problem is easy to solve, you just have to open the lid and clean the remains of dirt from the drain filter with a suitable brush and a bowl of water.
Drum breakage
Whether due to a blow, excess clothing or rubbing against the drum, the drum can be perforated, letting out all the accumulated water. In this case, changing the washing machine will be the most correct decision.
Breakage of the pressure switch pipe
This tube connects the pressure switch to the bottom of the drum and punctures or damage can sometimes occur which can cause water to overflow.
Uneven washing machine
Perhaps this is the simplest problem, and that is that an uneven washing machine can become unbalanced, causing the water to come out of the door or the detergent drawer.
Broken water pump
If your washing machine leaks water when it spins, it is probably due to a broken water pump that causes the water to come out from under the washing machine. In this case, it is best to call a technician to change the pump.
Bad connection
It seems obvious, but you have to be careful that the washing machine is well connected, otherwise it will not do its job well. The washing machines have two outlets, one for water and one for electricity. The light socket is used to transmit energy to the appliance, the water socket is made up of a water inlet and an outlet that serves as a drain after washing.
