How to Use a Multimeter to Test the Drain Pump on Your Washing Machine

How to Use a Multimeter to Test the Drain Pump on Your Washing Machine
Washing machine not draining water? In this video, we show you how to use a multimeter to test if the drain pump is faulty.
If you find that your washing machine isn't draining water as it should, there's a good chance the drain pump is no longer working and needs to be replaced. However, figuring out if this is the case isn't always easy. That's why we're here to run you through the process of testing a drain pump with a multimeter to determine whether or not it's stopped working properly and needs replacing.
If you don't already own a multimeter, you can find one on the eSpares website.
www.espares.co.uk/search/gc20...
You can also get hold of a new drain pump here.
www.espares.co.uk/search/pt15...
For any other washing machine spares or accessories, visit our online shop.
www.espares.co.uk/browse/at10...
A washing machine that's not been draining properly can also end up smelling badly too. Once you've fixed the problem, the video linked below will help you get your appliance clean and odour-free again.
• Washing Machine Smells...
Make sure you're also familiar with your washing machine's settings so you can get the best performance out of your appliance for the lowest cost!
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Want to skip straight to the information you need? Here's what we talk about in each part of our video:
0:00 Introducing the video
0:52 How multimeters work
1:28 How to remove the washing machine drain pump filter
2:39 How to check the condition of the filter and impeller
3:01 How to use a drain hose unblocking tool
3:42 How to access the drain pump
3:59 How to test the drain pump with a multimeter
4:48 How to remove a faulty drain pump
5:09 Suggested video: How to Find The Model Number on a Washing Machine
5:31 How to fit the new drain pump
5:51 Putting the washing machine back together
6:26 Suggested video: Washing Machine Smells? 4 Easy Ways to Clean!
Thanks for watching!

[@DavetheRaveDinkum]

Cheers.
Ive got a fisher and Paykel and old mate in another video said the resistance should be about 33 ohms, mines reading 39 so guessing hes likely correct about that brand.

[@alexnepom]

I am based in the US and I suppose the difference in voltage with the UK makes a difference. My perfectly new and working drain pump was showing 15 omh

[@ducebud36]

I'm us based as well and mine is showing 41 is that good and also do you know anything about E2 errors

[@khanafsar2331]

My lg smart inverter washing machine drain moter is DC 26v 0.8 a is not working .about the moter detai give me and how we can test the moter with out bord

[@Kautivo]

Amazing. Thanks!

[@eSpares]

Hi, thanks for your comment...we hope our video helps you to fix your washing machine!

[@Mudolabudovo25]

That wire connector for pump should have positive and negative connection? My show power on both( is is short circuit somewhere or that is normal??

[@TerrenceWFunk-ex6qd]

Excellent video, thank you for the info and steps! Gotta watch that back lift though when putting the machine upright :P use dem legs bro!
Lol great vid though, honestly. Gonna save me some money fixing my machine. Thank you :)