Is your Amana washing machine not draining? If so, you’ve come to the right place. This in-depth guide explains the causes of this issue and provides steps on how to fix them.
So, without further ado, let’s begin…
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Amana Washing Machine Not Draining — Solved
Is your Amana washing machine not draining or spinning, here are the issues to look for…
1. Blocked Drain Pump Filter (For Front Loaders)
Take the following steps to clean a blocked drain pump filter in your front loader washing machine…
Step 1. Unplug your washing machine’s power cord from the electricity supply before starting in order to prevent electrocution.
Step 2. Pry off the lower front access panel of your machine and set it aside. Pull the emergency drain hose out of place and place a container under it.
Step 3. Pull the cap off the hose and let any water stuck in the machine drain out. Once all the water has drained out, put the hose’s cap back on.
Step 4. Turn the drain pump filter knob beside the emergency drain hose and pull it out. Take the filter to a sink and rinse out any debris or lint that may have accumulated in it.
Step 5. Once you’ve cleaned the filter properly, put it back into the washing machine. Snap the lower front access panel back onto the cabinet.
Step 6. Plug your washing machine’s power cord back into the electricity supply and test the machine by running a wash cycle.
2. Clogged Tub-To-Pump Hose
Clean the tub-to-pump hose in your Amana washing machine by doing the following…
How To Clean Tub-To-Pump Hose In Amana Top Loader Washing Machine
Here’s how to clean the tub-to-pump hose in your Amana top loader washing machine…
Step 1. Disconnect your washing machine’s power cord from the outlet and shut the water supply valve before starting this repair in order to prevent any chances of water leakage and electrocution.
Step 2. Secure your washing machine’s lid with some tape. Press the clamp on the drain hose at the back of your machine and slide it out of place. Pull the drain hose off the port.
Step 3. With a pair of pliers, unscrew the two water supply hoses from the ports at the back of your washing machine (spread a rag on the floor beneath the hoses to catch any water leaks).
Step 3. Tilt your washing machine backwards carefully and lay it on the floor (if needed, get someone to assist you).
Step 4. Use your pliers to squeeze the clamp on the outlet hose attached to the tub and slide it out of place. Pull the hose off the tub and repeat this process with the other end of the hose (keep a rag handy to clean up any water leaks).
Step 5. Take the hose to a sink and clean out any debris blocking it using a screwdriver. Run some water through the hose to make sure it is clear.
Step 6. Once you’ve cleaned the hose, connect it back to the drain pump and secure it with the retaining clamp. Connect the other end to the tub and secure it with the clamp.
Step 7. Lift your washing machine upright (get someone to assist you) and peel the tape off the lid.
Step 8. Reconnect the drain hose to the outlet port at the back of your machine and slide the retaining clamp in place to secure it.
Step 9. Reconnect the HOT and COLD water supply hoses to the inlet ports at the back of your washing machine (in order to prevent any water leaks, make sure the hoses are secured properly).
Step 10. Plug your washing machine back into its power supply and turn the water valve on. Test the washing machine by running a wash cycle.
How To Clean Tub-To-Pump Hose In Amana Front Loader Washing Machine
To clean the tub-to-pump hose in your Amana front loader washing machine, here’s what you’ll need to do…
Step 1. Ensure that your washing machine’s power cord is unplugged from the outlet before starting this repair in order to prevent electrocution.
Step 2. With a 1/4 inch nut-driver, take out the screws holding the rear access panel. Pull the panel off the machine and set it aside.
Step 3. Spread a towel on the floor of the cabinet to catch any water leaks. Use your pliers to squeeze the two clamps holding the tub-to-pump hose to the pump and tub and slide the clamps out of place.
Step 4. Pull the hose out of the machine and take it to a sink. With a tool such as a screwdriver, clean out any debris or lint that may have accumulated in the hose. Once you’ve cleaned the hose, try running some water through it.
Step 5. Connect the two ends of the hose to the drain pump and outer tub. Secure the connections with the retaining clamps.
Step 6. Put your washing machine’s rear access panel back on and use your nut-driver to apply all the screws. Plug the cord into the outlet and test the machine with a wash cycle.
3. Failed Drain Pump
If the drain pump has failed, your washing machine will not be able to drain any water. Here are the steps you’ll need to replace your Amana washing machine drain pump…
Replacing Drain Pump In Amana Top Loader Washing Machine
To replace your Amana top loader washing machine’s drain pump, here’s what you’ll need to do…
Step 1. Make sure your washing machine’s water supply is shut off and the power cord is unplugged from the outlet before starting this repair in order to prevent any chances of water leakage or electrocution.
Step 2. With a pair of pliers, unscrew the COLD and HOT water supply hoses from the ports at the back of your washing machine (spread a rag on the floor to catch any water leaks).
Step 3. Press the retaining clamp on the drain hose at the back of the machine and slide it out of place. Pull the drain hose off your washing machine.
Step 4. With the help of another person, carefully tilt the washing machine backwards and lay it on the floor.
Step 5. Use your pliers to release the spring clamp holding the outlet hose to the drain pump. Pull the hose off the pump (make sure to keep a rag handy).
Step 6. Pry the cap off the drain pump and unplug the wire connector from the terminal.
Step 7. With a 5/16 inch nut-driver, loosen the mounting bolts holding the drain pump to the bottom of the machine. Pull the pump assembly off the tub and set it aside.
Step 8. Remove your new washing machine drain pump from its packaging. Mount the new pump assembly on the tub and secure it with the bolts.
Step 9. Plug the wire connector to the terminal on the new pump. Connect the outlet hose to the port on the new pump and secure it with the retaining clamp.
Step 10. Carefully lift your washing machine upright and peel the tape off the lid. Connect the drain hose back to the port on your washing machine and slide the retaining clamp in place to secure it.
Step 11. Reattach the HOT and COLD water supply lines to the inlet ports on your machine (ensure that you secure the hoses properly so water can’t leak out).
Step 12. Turn your machine’s water supply valve back on and plug the power cord into the outlet. Make sure the machine works properly by trying a wash cycle.
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Replacing Drain Pump In Amana Front Loader Washing Machine
Here are the steps you’ll need to take to replace a failed drain pump in your Amana front loader washing machine…
Step 1. Make sure your machine is unplugged from the power supply before starting this repair.
Step 2. Take out all the bolts at the back of your machine holding the rear access panel using a 1/4 inch nut-driver. Pull the panel off the cabinet and set it aside.
Step 3. With a pair of pliers, release the spring clamp holding the outlet hose to the drain pump and slide it out of place. Pull the hose off the pump (some water will spill out, so make sure to have a rag nearby).
Step 4. Unplug the wire harness attached to the pump assembly. Remove the mounting nuts holding the drain pump to the bottom of the tub. Carefully pull the pump assembly out of the cabinet and set it aside.
Step 5. Take out your new washing machine drain pump assembly from its packaging. Mount the new pump at the base of the tub and use your 5/16 inch socket to apply the bolts.
Step 6. Plug the wire harness into the terminal on the new pump. Connect the outlet hose to the new pump assembly and slide the retaining spring clamp into place to secure it.
Step 7. Snap the rear access panel onto the cabinet and apply the bolts with your 1/4 inch nut-driver. Plug the power cord back into the outlet and test the machine by running a wash cycle.
Note: The drain pump can also be at fault if your washing machine keeps draining.
4. Faulty Control Board
Here are the steps you’ll need to take to replace your Amana washing machine’s control board…
Replacing Damaged Control Board In Amana Front Loader Washing Machine
Do the following to replace a failed control board in your Amana front loader washing machine…
Step 1. Make sure your machine’s power cord is unplugged from the outlet before starting this repair in order to avoid electrocution.
Step 2. Using a 1/4 inch nut-driver, take out the nuts at the back of the machine securing the top panel. Slide the panel backwards about an inch or so, and lift it off the machine.
Step 3. With a flat-blade screwdriver, pry the control board off the cabinet. Pull the plastic cap off the control board and unplug all the wires attached to the board (make sure to note where each connector goes).
Step 4. Release the wires from the retainer and set the control board aside. Take your new washing machine control board out of its packaging.
Step 5. Plug each electrical connector into its appropriate terminal on the new control board. Secure the wires in the retainer and snap the new control board onto the cabinet.
Step 6. Put the top panel back onto the cabinet and use your nut-driver to apply the screws at the back. Plug the power cord into the outlet and test the machine by running a wash cycle.
Replacing Damaged Control Board In Amana Top Loader Washing Machine
To replace a failed control board in your Amana top loader washing machine, here are the steps you’ll need to take…
Step 1. In order to prevent any chances of electrocution, make sure your washing machine is unplugged from the outlet before starting this repair.
Step 2. Insert a tool such as a putty knife under your washing machine’s control panel (this will release the two retaining clips). Detach the control panel from the rear panel and lay it on top of the cabinet.
Step 3. Pull the air pressure tube off the port on the control board. Unplug all the wire harnesses from the terminals on the control board (make sure to note where each connector goes).
Step 4. Release the wires from the retainers. Use a Philips screwdriver to remove the mounting screws holding the control board to the control panel. Pull the board off and set it aside.
Step 5. Take your new control board out of its packaging. Install the new board on the control panel and apply the mounting screws with your Philips screwdriver.
Step 6. Plug each electrical connector to its appropriate terminal on the new control board. Connect the air pressure tube to the port on the new board.
Step 7. Lift the control panel and push the selector knob onto the shaft. Snap the control panel into the cabinet. Plug the machine back into the outlet and make sure it works properly by running a wash cycle.