Washing machines move a lot of water –
it is their job. Water goes into them, is moved around with great
force, and then rushes out the drain. When you think about it, it is
rather impressive that washing
machines don’t leak all the time. Of course, that doesn’t
make it any easier to handle a leak when you do have one.
If you are dealing with this problem,
the easiest and fastest way to get the right help is to contact an
appliance repair
company such as American Appliance Repair. You can call us at 800-640-9934 or keep
reading to learn about some of the troubleshooting fixes that might
help.
Take a Look at Your Laundry Detergent
If your washer is front-loading, and it
is leaking from either the back or underneath, then you might have
sudsy detergent. This is most common with soft water coupled with too
much soap, concentrated soap, or soap that is too strong for the
washer. You will know this is the issue by looking at the water that
is leaking. If you can see soap in it, then it is likely an issue
with the detergent.
Turn Off the Washing Machine’s Water Valves
If there is no soap in the water, then
the issue is likely something else. The next step is to turn off the
water valves. Go behind the washer and twist them clockwise (i.e., to
the right). If the handles and/or connections are both wet, or if one
of them is, then this could be the cause of the leak. If they are
dry, then twist them until they are firmly shut. This will stop water
from flowing, which can make it easier to troubleshoot and can reduce
damage.
If the valves are wet, consider how
wet. If there is a slow dribble from a loose connection, then this is
likely fairly easy to deal with. If the valve is so wet that it is
likely the source of the puddle-creating leak, then you might need to
replace the o-ring. You can also call American Appliance Repair for professional
help.
Check the Water Line Connections
If the issue is still not resolved,
then it is time to check the water lines. These run from the valves
to the back of your washer. Run your hand along each of the
connections to see if they are wet. If it is leaking, it will
generally drip from the lowest or outermost point of a bend. If the
yare both dry, check the point at which they connect to the washing
machine. If any of these are damp, identify where the dampness is
coming from.
If these troubleshooting options do not
fix the problem, then it is time to contact the professionals. You
can contact American Appliance Repair at 800-640-9934 now.
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