If you are having problems with your Bosch washing machine draining, this quick guide gives you steps on what to do…
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Bosch Washing Machine Drain Not Working — Solved
If your Bosch washing machine isn’t draining, here are the two issues you should look for…
1. Pump Filter Is Blocked
Over time, debris and lint accumulate in the pump filter at the lower front section of the machine. It is advised that you clean the filter every month in order to prevent blockage. To learn how to clean the pump filter in your Bosch washing machine, read this article.
2. Failed Pump Assembly
If your washing machine still doesn’t drain after cleaning the pump filter, your only other option is to replace the entire drain pump assembly. For detailed steps on how to this, click here.
Bosch Washing Machine Drain Cap Stuck — Quick Fix
If your Bosch washing machine drain cap is stuck, it indicates that debris has blocked it. Here are the steps you’ll need to take to fix this issue…
Step 1. Make sure to disconnect your washing machine from the outlet before starting this repair in order to prevent electrical damage.
Step 2. Using a Torx screwdriver, loosen the nuts at the back of the machine holding the top panel. Slide the top panel backwards, then lift it off the cabinet.
Step 3. Open the door of your washer. Loosen the two screws holding the door lock to the front panel.
Step 4. Insert a flat-blade screwdriver under the metal wire around the door boot seal, then work it around until the wire pops off. Peel the door boot seal off the front panel.
Step 5. Pry the lower front access panel off the cabinet and set it aside. Slide the soap tray out of the dispenser, then press the button inside to completely release it from the housing.
Step 6. Use your Torx screwdriver to loosen all the nuts holding the control panel to the front of the cabinet.
Step 7. Pry the control panel off the cabinet, then disconnect the wire connectors attached to it (make sure to take note of where each connector goes).
Step 8. Loosen all the screws at the top and bottom of the front panel. Carefully lift the entire front panel off the cabinet, then set it aside.
Step 9. Use a pair of pliers to squeeze the clamp connecting the sump hose to the pump assembly.
Step 10. Spread some rags on the floor underneath the cabinet. Pull the sump hose off the drain pump (some water will spill out).
Step 11. With a pair of needle-nosed pliers, read into the port on the drain pump and pull out any debris that may be clogging the pump cap.
Step 12. Once you’ve taken the debris out, reconnect the sump hose to the pump assembly, then slide the retaining clamp into place.
Step 13. lift the front panel and mount it back onto the front of your washing machine. With your screwdriver, apply the screws at the top and bottom of the panel.
Step 14. Try opening and closing the pump cap to ensure that the problem has been fixed. Snap the lower front cover onto the machine.
Step 15. Plug the wire harnesses into their appropriate terminals on the control board. Snap the panel onto the cabinet, then apply all the screws to secure it.
Step 16. Slide the soap tray into the dispenser. Place the top panel on the cabinet, then use your Torx screwdriver to apply the screws at the back.
Step 17. Open the door off your machine and push the door lock back into position. Secure the door lock by applying the screws.
Step 18. Fit the door gasket around the front panel, then use needle-nosed pliers to refit the retaining wire. Plug your washing machine back into the electrical outlet.
Bosch Washing Machine Not Draining At The End Of Cycle — Solved
If your Bosch washing machine isn’t draining at the end of a cycle, it indicates that the control board has failed. To learn how to replace this part, read this article.
How To Clean Bosch Washing Machine Drain Hose — Quick Fix
To clean the drain hose in your Bosch washing machine, here are the steps you’ll need to take…
Step 1. In order to prevent electrocution, make sure to unplug your washing machine from the outlet before starting this repair.
Step 2. Pull your washing machine’s drain hose out of the home drain. Using a Torx screwdriver, loosen the nuts securing the rear access panel to the cabinet. Take the panel off the machine and set it aside.
Step 3. Pull off the large plastic retainer holding the drain hose to the cabinet. Using needle-nosed pliers, release the little drain hose retainers on the cabinet.
Step 4. Turn off your washing machine’s water supply in order to prevent leaks. Unscrew the water supply hose from the back of the machine.
Step 5. Carefully tip the washing machine backwards and set it on the floor (if needed, get someone to assist you).
Step 6. Pry the lower front access panel off the cabinet and set it aside. Use a screwdriver to loosen the nuts holding the pump assembly to the cabinet.
Step 7. Pull the pump assembly out of place. Use a pair of pliers to squeeze the clamp holding the drain hose to the pump, then slide it out of place.
Step 8. Pull the drain hose off the pump (make sure to keep a rag nearby in case water spills out).
Step 9. Carefully lift the washing machine back onto its feet. Pull the drain hose out of the cabinet.
Step 10. Place the drain hose under a high pressure tap for a few minutes. If you can, try blowing through the drain hose.
Step 11. Once you’ve properly cleaned any blockage in the drain hose, Pass the hose into the opening at the back of the panel.
Step 12. Put the retaining clip back on the hose and snap it onto the cabinet. Refit the small retainers into the holes at the back of the cabinet.
Step 13. Place the rear access cover on the cabinet, then use your Torx screwdriver to apply the nuts.
Step 14. Tip your washing machine backwards carefully, then set it on the floor. Reattach the drain hose to the port on the pump, then secure it using the spring clamp.
Step 15. Mount the drain pump on the cabinet, then apply the screws with your Torx screwdriver.
Step 16. Carefully lift the washing machine on its feet. Snap the lower access panel onto the cabinet.
Step 17. Reinsert the drain hose into the standpipe. Connect the water supply hose to the inlet port.
Step 18. Turn on your washing machine’s water supply faucet, then plug the power cord back into the outlet.
Bosch Washing Machine Draining But Not Spinning — Solved
Is your Bosch washing machine draining but not spinning? If so, here are the issues to look for…
1. Broken Drive Belt
The drive belt is looped around the pulley wheel at the back of your machine. If this belt get’s worn-out or broken, the drum will not be able to spin. To learn how to replace a damaged drive belt in your washer, read this article.
2. Faulty Drive Motor
Before concluding that the motor needs to be replaced, check to ensure that the wire harness is properly plugged in. Here’s how to do this…
Step 1. Make sure to unplug your washing machine’s power cord from the outlet before starting this repair in order to prevent electrocution.
Step 2. With a Torx screwdriver, remove the bolts holding the rear access panel to the machine. Carefully lift the rear panel off the cabinet and set it aside.
Step 3. Inspect the wire harness attached to the motor assembly at the bottom of the tub, and ensure that it is properly plugged in.
Step 4. Remount the rear cover on the cabinet, then secure it using the screws. Plug the wire connector back into the outlet, then try running a cycle to see if the problem has been fixed.
If your washing machine still doesn’t spin, you’ll need to replace the motor assembly. Click here for steps on how to do this.
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