Lg Washer Detergent Dispenser Leaking

Residue buildup in the bleach dispenser may cause it to overflow and leak out from underneath the washer.

Lg washer detergent dispenser leaking.

Wipe any moisture with a dry towel or cloth after cleaning. Loosen the clamp at the tub connection pull off the hose. Pull the dispenser drawer towards you until it stops. Leaking washing machine troubleshooting guide.

Remove the mushroom valve shaped like an umbrella. Obstruction in the dispenser or dispenser compartment. If leaking is visible near or around the detergent dispenser drawer water and detergent residue may have accumulated from the inside top area of the drawer causing the water to drip downward. Detergent or additive buildup in the dispenser.

Learn how to use update maintain and troubleshoot your lg devices and appliances. Dispenser leaks are normally caused by the following. Pour hot water into the bleach dispenser to clean it out and run tub clean cycle. Press down hard on the disengage button and pull out the detergent dispenser drawer.

The detergent tray will completely remove from the front of the washer. I had this issue of water soap overflowing and leaking out of the dispenser. Facing the front of the washer on the top left of the tub there s an accordion type bellows hose that connects the detergent dispenser box to the tub. Pull the dispenser drawer towards you until it stops.

Fully extend the detergent dispenser drawer outward then press down on the push button to release the detergent dispenser drawer. You need to clean the detergent dispenser properly. A dispenser leak from the main wash or softener compartment should not lead to water on the floor. Clean each component with warm water and a soft bristled brush.

I traced the issue down to the liquid detergent cup. This simple step is mostly underestimated. Clean off scum slime accumulation re install mushroom valve. With the drawer removed remove each component piece gently.