How to get standing water out of a washing machine?

How do you fix a washing machine that won’t wash?
- Unplug the washer from the outlet or turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box. While not mandatory, it’s also a good idea to turn the hot and cold water connections to the washing machine just to be safe. First, look to see if it is bent or kinked, which may be blocking the water flow.
How do I drain the water from my washing machine filter?
- If you have a front-loading machine, you need to drain the water from a filter located along the bottom of its front end. If your machine is top-loading, you can unhook the drain hose in back and fill a bucket with that. Read the manual for your washer.
Why does my washing machine need to be drained?
- Whatever the reason, the water will need to be drained from the washing machine before any work or diagnosis can be done. What Does the Drain Function on a Washing Machine Do? It removes the water from the tub during the spin cycle. The washer pump forces water from the bottom of the machine into the drain hose.


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