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    Jun 8, 2010, 06:14 PM
    Washing machine has a y drain AND when draining comes out the other side
    Washing machine drains on kitchen floor
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    Jun 8, 2010, 06:24 PM

    You need to clean your drain. Rent a snake in Home Depot and snake it as far as snake reaches. You should have a clean out someplace on the wall. If not, remove the washer trap and snake it through that opening.
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    Jun 8, 2010, 06:28 PM

    Sounds like a good idea, but when I try to snake it, it will not make the turn
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    Jun 9, 2010, 12:49 AM

    Try a power snake Can rent at most big box stores.

    Chuck
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    Jun 9, 2010, 07:14 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by jackola View Post
    Sounds like a good idea, but when I try to snake it, it will not make the turn
    What size snake are you using ? You should really use 3/8" snake so you clear the pipe as much as possible. But if that won't clear the turns, try 1/4" snake with wide cutter tip first.
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    Jun 9, 2010, 08:23 PM
    I'm pretty sure it's a 1/4.. Are you sure a power snake won't go right through the bottom of pipe?
    Thanks,
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    Jun 10, 2010, 01:13 AM

    I am positive. Unless your drains are completely deteriorated - 1/4" elec. Snake will not poke a hole in the pipe.
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    Jun 10, 2010, 06:16 PM

    Okay, I'll try it this weekend and let you know..
    Thanks,
    Jackie
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