Blocked Washing Machine Drain [hot] ●

A kinked or looped hose is functionally a blockage. If the hose is pushed too far into the standpipe (more than 20cm), it can seal against the pipe wall, creating an airlock that prevents the siphon from breaking. This results in "siphoning"—the machine continuously fills and drains simultaneously.

As the washing machine continued to malfunction, Sarah decided to investigate further. She checked the drain filter and found it clogged with lint and debris. She cleaned it out, but the issue still lingered. The water in the washing machine was starting to rise, and Sarah knew she had to act fast to avoid a flood. blocked washing machine drain