Front load washer fabric softener not draining

Front load washer fabric softener not draining

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Front load washer fabric softener not draining

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[LG Washing Machine] Why is my fabric softener / conditioner not being dispensed?

Troubleshooting Washer Dryers, Washing Machines 16/09/2021

  Check before you continue.

Check if there's any problem with the water supply.

Dispenser draw may be clogged, try cleaning the dispenser.

 If the water supply is normal but the fabric softener is not being dispensed, dispenser draw may be clogged, try cleaning the dispenser.

▶  Some type of washers may require you to pull the dispenser out and lift it up to take it out. 

▶  Normally, you will have to press and hold the centre of the cover cap and pull the dispenser out.

  Cleaning the dispenser.

1. Remove the fabric softener cap and check if the hole is clogged.

2. Clean the holes with a toothbrush (or a small cleaning brush) if necessary.

3. Reassemble the fabric softener cap to the dispenser.

4. Put the dispenser draw back into the washer.

How to check if the dispenser is working.

1. Fill the fabric softener just below the MAX line.

2. Select 'Rince' and press the start button.

3. When completed, check if the fabric softener has properly dispensed.

Fabric softener with high viscosity may not be dispensed. If you use a high viscosity fabric softner, please dilute it with water before use.

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Why is my washing machine not dispensing fabric conditioner?

Check if there's any problem with the water supply. Dispenser draw may be clogged, try cleaning the dispenser. If the water supply is normal but the fabric softener is not being dispensed, dispenser draw may be clogged, try cleaning the dispenser.

How do I unclog my fabric softener dispenser?

Pour hot water into the dispenser. Add a few drops of liquid detergent and allow the solution to sit for 10 to 20 minutes..
Flush the dispenser with hot water. ... .
Run the washing machine through a rinse cycle several times, selecting warm water for the rinse, recommends Samsung..

Why is my fabric softener drawer full of water?

What causes water to be left? The tube at the back of the softener compartment often gets blocked by the fabric softener itself. If you take out the dispenser drawer and take off the cap or device, you can give the whole thing a good clean out.