Washing Machine Filter Cap Stuck

Start by turning all of the buttons to a neutral position or hit the off button if your machine has one.

Washing machine filter cap stuck.

If in doubt feel free to contact us. Hi ok if you cannot fully remove the cap then theres something stuck in there. If the filter cap is stuck fast it may be due to limescale build up not a coin or clip. Wash any dirt or other material from the debris filter.

It either unscrews or is a bayonet fitting. Washers do appreciate a bit of tls with a cup of vinegar and a run through on 90 now and again though. Let the machine dry out after running the cycle and then switch to a soap that has no perfumes or dyes in it also if you use liquid fabric softener stop and switch to something like bounce sheets for your dryer. I ve been there tilting the washing machine to get filters out normally bra wires and screwdriver bits in my case the scum is probably just caused by not rinsing properly rewash everything and it should pump out the water okay now.

The solution then is to remove the pump from the machine and then detach the motor from the pump housing. Unscrew the debris filter cap d by turning it to the left. Nothing i can do loosens it and the plastic grip is breaking when i try to use metal tools for leverage. What you can try if you havent already is grip the filter with a pair of pilers and then loosen it and tighten it quickely a few times and see if it will dislodge what ever it is.

Replace the debris filter cap tightly. Washing machine pump filters if you have a washing machine pump filter is jammed or stuck and you can t open it do not force it. Use a pair of pliers for a little extra leverage for what your complaint is once you have the filter cleaned out run a clean cycle with some bleach or afresh washer cleaner. Turn off and unplug your washing machine.

This video will show you how to gain access to the pump and remove any debris that may be blocking it. Before trying to locate and remove your filter it is important that your machine is disabled. Make sure the drain pump properller behind the debris filter is not blocked.