Washer Won't Drain

Standing water at the end of a cycle is one of the most common washer problems. Here's what causes it.

Common Causes

1. Drain Pump (clogged or failed) — The #1 cause. Check the pump filter first — coins, lint, and small items get trapped here.
2. Lid Switch Assembly (top-load) — The washer won't spin or drain if the lid switch thinks the lid is open.
3. Door Latch (front-load) — If the latch doesn't register closed, drain cycle won't run.
4. Drive Belt — A broken belt means the drum and pump don't turn.
5. Control Board — Rarer but possible — the board fails to send the drain signal.

Error Codes

• Whirlpool / Maytag: F21 or F02 = long drain / drain failure
• LG: OE = drain error
• Samsung: 5E or SE = drain error

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