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    davidrken Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Jun 16, 2012, 05:02 AM
    Washing machine standpipe overflows
    This happens mostly on rinse cycles when the load is small
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    Jun 16, 2012, 05:46 AM
    Welcome to AMHD davidrken

    If u list this in the plumbing section u will get more answers.

    If u have a newer washer it will call for a 2'' waste line for the washer. Also the stand should be at lest 3 feet tall from the trap.

    If volume of water is still too much, u can make it a closed system by sealing the hose from the washer into the stand pipe.

    With a little more info can tell u what u need for a closed system.

    Good luck

    Chuck
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    Jun 17, 2012, 08:53 AM
    You may try flushing the pipe with a water hose under pressure to clean it out, otherwise there is a kit that will seal the drain hose to the drain.
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