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    Feb 11, 2009, 09:58 AM
    How do you fix a washing machine drain that overflows during rinse cycles
    How do you fix a washing machine drain that overflows
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    Feb 11, 2009, 10:27 AM


    Is it only during the rinse cycle and not the wash cycle?

    I would think that the drain is plugged. If there's a trap on the drain, open that and see if the plug is in there. A "snake" can also be used to remove the clog. Home centers rent power snakes, and you can buy a cheap hand-powered one. Sometimes a plunger will work if you can get a seal around the drain.
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    Feb 11, 2009, 03:42 PM

    I agree with rwnterton assuming that this is a new problem and you are sure the drain pipe has the basic capacity to handle all the rinse water.
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