Fixing Drain Problems on the Samsung WF42H5000AW Washer

[machinist]

Hey everyone,

If your Samsung WF42H5000AW front-loader isn’t draining properly, one common fix is to clean the drain filter, which can often get clogged with lint, coins, and small debris.

Here’s what to do:

1. Unplug the washer: Always start by disconnecting the power.
2. Locate the drain filter: On this model, you’ll find it at the bottom front behind a small access panel.
3. Drain any water: Place a shallow pan or towel underneath to catch any water that might spill out.
4. Clean the filter: Twist the filter counterclockwise to remove it, and clean it out by rinsing it under water. You’ll likely find lint, coins, or small objects stuck in there.
5. Check the pump: After cleaning the filter, check the drain pump for any other blockages. Use a pair of needle-nose pliers to carefully remove anything that might be stuck.

Once everything’s cleaned up, replace the filter, close the panel, plug the washer back in, and run a test cycle. This should help restore normal draining function.

If the problem persists, it might be time to replace the drain pump, but in most cases, cleaning the filter is all that’s needed.

Hope these tips help!

[Alpha]

Thanks for sharing these steps, super helpful! Just curious, when checking the drain pump, is there a safe way to tell if it’s actually faulty or if it’s just blocked?

[machinist]

One way to tell if the drain pump might be faulty (and not just blocked) is to listen during the drain cycle. If you hear a humming or buzzing sound but no water is draining, that can be a sign the pump is trying to work but something's wrong, either it’s jammed or failing.

Also, after cleaning out the filter and confirming there’s no blockage in the hoses, if the washer still doesn’t drain and the pump doesn’t make any sound at all, it might not be getting power or the motor could be burned out.

If you're comfortable doing so, you can also check for continuity with a multimeter, but totally understandable if that’s a step too far. At that point, calling a tech might be the way to go.

Hope that helps clarify!

[Alpha]

Thanks for the detailed explanation, that really helps clear things up!