How to Fix a Drain Hose for a Washer That Will Not Agitate

While the drain hose isn’t a common cause of your washer not agitating, it can sometimes be the problem. If the drain hose is creating a suction effect, your washer fills and drains simultaneously. Without any water in the tub, the machine can’t agitate. You are more likely to notice that there isn’t any water before you notice the washer isn’t agitating. If this is something you’re experiencing, the information below can help you resolve this issue.

What is a Drain Hose? Where is it Located?

The purpose of the drain hose is to move the water out of your washer and into the drain. If your drain hose has been attached with a clamp, it can cause a suction effect that results in the machine emptying the water as it’s also filling. If there is no water in the washer, the agitate cycle cannot start. You can find the drain hose at the lower back side of your washer.

General Location of the Drain Hose in a Top Load Washer

General Location of the Drain Hose in a Front Load Washer

How to Access and Remove the Drain Hose

1. Disconnect your washing machine from the power source before beginning.
2. The drain hose is found at the lower back of the washer, so you just need to make the back of the washer accessible to remove the old hose.
3. Simply grip the hose and pull it out of the machine.
4. Clean any debris out of the opening before inserting the new hose.

How to Install a New Drain Hose

Reverse the steps used to remove the old drain hose from the washer.

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