Ask Me Help Desk

Ask Me Help Desk (https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/forum.php)
-   Plumbing (https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/forumdisplay.php?f=259)
-   -   Washer drain backing up (https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/showthread.php?t=377014)

  • Jul 18, 2009, 08:36 AM
    bambamodmc
    Washer drain backing up
    Just installed new washer and drain and its backing up out top of tube is it my drain or washer?
  • Jul 18, 2009, 09:33 AM
    speedball1
    Quote:
    Originally Posted by bambamodmc View Post
    just installed new washer and drain and its backing up out top of tube is it my drain or washer?
    It could be a little of both. The new washers,( especially Maytag) have more powerful pumps that can over power the drainage system especially if the washer trap and stand pipe's only 1 1/2 inches. The solution to this problem, ( and I have the same problem as you) would be to purchase a compression fitting, (see image) and install it on your stand pipe. This make the drainage a closed system,(forcing the discharge out into the main) without backups nor damage to the washer. I've had one on mine for 5 years with no problems. Good luck, Tom

    • All times are GMT -7. The time now is 06:46 PM.