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Magic Chef Washer won't drain
If your Magic Chef washer won’t drain, start with the drain pump, the most likely cause of a washing machine not draining. Small objects or clothing can block the pump, and a pump that remains noisy during the drain cycle may need replacement. If the pump is clear but receives no voltage, the control board may be faulty and unable to power the pump. On some models, a defective timer can cause the same problem by failing to send voltage during the drain cycle. Next, check the drain hose for kinks, crushing, or clogs caused by lint and hair, especially if the washer has moved across the floor. An obstructed door lock or door latch can also prevent the cycle from operating correctly. For some models, debris in the lid switch assembly may cause a similar washer clogged drain symptom or leave standing water in the tub. Unplug the washer before inspecting parts, and use the wiring diagram and a multimeter when testing for voltage. Enter your model number to find the exact replacement drain pump, control board, timer, hose, door latch, or lid switch for your specific Magic Chef washing machine.
01 - Magic Chef Washing Machine Drain Pump
Sometimes, small objects or articles of clothing can get caught in the drain pump. To determine if anything is blocking the drain pump, remove the drain pump and check the pump for obstructions. If the drain pump is clear of obstructions, but is still noisy during the drain cycle, replace the drain pump.
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02 - Magic Chef Washing Machine Control Board
Since a washing machine control board provides voltage to nearly all of the washer's electrical components, a faulty board may not be sending power to the drain pump during the drain cycle. You can inspect the board for signs of burning or a shorted-out component. You can also use a multimeter to test for incoming power to the drain pump after reviewing the appliance's wiring diagram. If no voltage is present when the washer is in the drain cycle, it's likely the control board is defective and will need to be replaced.
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03 - Magic Chef Washing Machine Timer
On some washing machine models, a timer is used to determine when voltage is to be sent to the washer's electrical components. A faulty timer may not be sending power to the drain pump during the drain cycle. You can inspect the timer for signs of burning or a shorted-out component. You can also use a multimeter to test for incoming power to the drain pump after reviewing the appliance's wiring diagram. If no voltage is present when the washer is in the drain cycle, it's likely the timer is defective and will need to be replaced.
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04 - Drain hose is clogged or kinked
Check to see if the drain hose is kinked or crushed. If your washer "dances" during cycles, it may have moved and kinked the hose. The drain hose could also be clogged with lint or hair. You can use a thin, long-handled brush to clean the hose.
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05 - Door lock or door latch obstructed
Remove any debris in the door lock or latch assembly. Any debris that is in the lock or latch can prevent the washer from working properly.
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06 - Obstructed Lid switch assembly or Door lock
Remove any debris in the door lock or lid switch assembly. Any debris that is in the lock or latch can prevent the washer from working properly.
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07 - Magic Chef Washing Machine Suspension Rod
If a top-load washer is not completing a cycle in addition to not draining, a broken suspension rod could be making the tub unbalanced and unable to spin or agitate properly. Inspect the suspension rods for damage and replace if necessary - it is recommended that all suspension rods be replaced at the same time for more even wear.
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