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    May 7, 2010, 08:34 AM
    Washer overflow backs up in the pipe
    Washer overflow backs up in the pipe
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    May 7, 2010, 08:58 AM

    Tell us more deytails and if this is a brand new issue with an old appliance?
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    May 7, 2010, 11:22 PM

    You have either blocked sewer pipe or your washing machine discharges water too fast for your (undersized) pipes. Pipes are unable to absorb all water and slowly overflow stand pipe...

    Question: What size pipes do you have ? Do you have a stand pipe ? Do you have brand new washing machine ?

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