There are five common reasons why you might need to drain your washing machine, according to Doser: a clogged drain hose that blocks water flow, a kinked hose, a jammed pump filter, a broken drain ...

Washing machines should be drained every one to three months. Households that do a lot of laundry should drain the machine more frequently. Odors, puddling, or soaked clothes indicate that a washing ...

In the future, run a monthly maintenance wash with hot water and vinegar (or a washing machine cleaning tablet) to prevent ...

Draining your washing machine clears residue, prevents odors, and helps fix clogs or pump issues. Always unplug the appliance first, then release water through the hose or filter and clean debris ...