How To Test a Washing Machine Drain Pump: Diagnosing Impeller Issues & DIY Tool Creation

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  • @rsitch1
    @rsitch1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you, I’m 74 now and I ordered the electrical cord you recommended. Bob

  • @airdaleva42
    @airdaleva42 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Very informative. I'm going to make that test cord.

  • @leroydalton173
    @leroydalton173 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I used your test lead for the mode shifter I put the water pump leads along with both mode shifter leads in one test cord. Works perfect

    • @HarperandKnowles
      @HarperandKnowles  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That’s using your head right there. I think I’ll make one like that. Much easier to keep up with just one lead. Thanks for that idea, it’s brilliant! Thanks for watching.

  • @wbsealcoating
    @wbsealcoating หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Very helpful!

  • @williegallagher8568
    @williegallagher8568 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Respect from Ireland my friend

    • @HarperandKnowles
      @HarperandKnowles  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I am honored to have earned it my friend! Thanks for the kind comment.

  • @sgtbilkothe3rd
    @sgtbilkothe3rd 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video, able to determine my drain pump was toast with your tip. Best wire stripper I have ever used, and safer than a pocket knife too:
    Klein Tools Katapult Automatic Wire Stripper and Cutter for 8-20 AWG Solid and 10-22 AWG Stranded Wire

    • @HarperandKnowles
      @HarperandKnowles  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hey, I'm glad the video was helpful. Thanks for the tool tip, and thanks for watching too! I'll get a pair and give them a try.

  • @paulbrown4539
    @paulbrown4539 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the content Chip 😁

  • @genecenora7176
    @genecenora7176 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video

  • @bigoptions
    @bigoptions 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    At first, I tested the resistance and it failed, but the cord showed that it was good. That was my new one.

  • @CPThyme
    @CPThyme 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I have a GE frontload and the water isn't draining. When I start a cycle I get the hum sound of the pump but I don't hear the draw down of the water. I took the pump Wh11x34740 out and couldn't find any obstructions in the unit. I guess I'll be buying a cord to test it. What else could be stopping the drainage if it's not the pump? I emptied the standing water by opening the front access panel. And the drum wouldn't spin until I took the standing water out

    • @HarperandKnowles
      @HarperandKnowles  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You need a new pump. Or there is something stuck in the tub to pump hose. Thanks for watching!

    • @ramosochoa418
      @ramosochoa418 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      ​@@HarperandKnowleshi I got my GE washer Fill water to the tub and the water just come out to the drain hose that attached to the pump and out to the drain. I tested the pump good. Are there any relay that need to be checked ? Thanks.

    • @HarperandKnowles
      @HarperandKnowles  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I bet your drain hose is lower than the water level you need to have in your tub. The tub is just a large bucket with a hole in the bottom with a hose attached to it with an inline pump. There is a reason you have to have a stand pipe higher than the tub for the machine to hold water. Thanks for watching!

  • @jaycole3768
    @jaycole3768 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have a samsung flex washer and sometimes it drains and sometimes its dosent. I replaced the pump and i still have the same issue. What can it be

    • @HarperandKnowles
      @HarperandKnowles  ปีที่แล้ว

      Is it the upper or lower washer or both?

    • @jaycole3768
      @jaycole3768 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Harper & Knowles Washer and Dryer Repair both. But I figured it out. The person I purchased it from said it would drain and they spent $900 on repairs and had the same issue. But its needs an inverter board.

  • @billatkins1026
    @billatkins1026 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What brand wire crimper is that? Name is not clear in video.

    • @HarperandKnowles
      @HarperandKnowles  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's called a Wirefy, Check the link in the comments. Get you one. Thank me later!

    • @sgtbilkothe3rd
      @sgtbilkothe3rd 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@HarperandKnowles thanks for the tool tip, will try that crimper.

  • @markwright1075
    @markwright1075 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What's issue when water is continually coming out drain when washer is supposed to be filling

    • @HarperandKnowles
      @HarperandKnowles  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Your drain pipe is lower than the top of the tub. Imagine a bucket with a hole at the bottom with a hose connected and you have a washer tub. Watch this video, th-cam.com/video/OBZcWzOj0Ig/w-d-xo.htmlsi=pVbkX5q_x0TBK3IB

  • @mapo5976
    @mapo5976 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    WOW. Ffs... Just skip to 13,45

    • @HarperandKnowles
      @HarperandKnowles  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Well, I wouldn’t get my ad revenue then, would I? Thanks for watching!

  • @bjenks2
    @bjenks2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I cleaned my duet sport front load drain and it still won't drain. It just hums. I think the pump is bad.

    • @HarperandKnowles
      @HarperandKnowles  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      If you remove the pump and find that the impeller is still fixed to the shaft and appears to be good, it may be. I have found articles of clothing jammed in the hose from the tub to the pump that caused it not to drain. But your pump could still be bad even if the impeller is solid on the shaft. It just won't spin under load and will hum. Anyway, check that drain hose too while you have it out. Thanks for watching!

  • @Azam_Pakistan
    @Azam_Pakistan 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My LG front loading machines drain motor runs perfectly well when removed but at times it fails to rotate and starts vibrating and does not rotate. Any tip?

    • @HarperandKnowles
      @HarperandKnowles  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Replace it. Thanks for watching!

    • @Azam_Pakistan
      @Azam_Pakistan 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@HarperandKnowles Oh! Thanks.

    • @ijazzzali
      @ijazzzali ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same issue with my kenwood front loaded waching machine. Did replacing your drain pump solved the problem ?

    • @Azam_Pakistan
      @Azam_Pakistan ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@ijazzzali No. I did not replace. Just cleaned it and put it back. Running perfectly for months now. Some use vineger to clean places around the rotor/shaft. But don't be tempted to open the motor assembly further. Just external cleaning.

  • @allenjonovitch9764
    @allenjonovitch9764 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It would be way faster and far less dangerous to the public if you simply put a meter on diode test and see if the coil is open right? Just thinking, thank you for sharing

    • @HarperandKnowles
      @HarperandKnowles  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That would work too. Thanks for watching!

  • @bowlweevil4161
    @bowlweevil4161 ปีที่แล้ว

    who is stupid enough to make a waterpump shaft that will rust? have they not heard about stainless steel?

    • @HarperandKnowles
      @HarperandKnowles  ปีที่แล้ว

      Those who sell pumps! How stupid is that? Thanks for watching!

    • @gustavoguzman7134
      @gustavoguzman7134 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Those who want to profit by selling replacements.