How to clean the filter in a Samsung washing machine: the procedure for cleaning the drain filter element of a Diamond model machine and others

When is cleaning necessary?

The filter needs to be cleaned as it gets dirty. Experts recommend performing this procedure for preventive purposes once every 2-3 months.

For Diamond series devices, you need to clean the filter at least 5-6 times a year. The more actively household appliances are used, the more often the procedure should be carried out .

Provided that an animal lives in the house, these deadlines are shifted. As practice shows, the filter needs to be cleaned after every 10-15 washing cycles.

If you ignore the advice, then one day the filter will clog. The machine will not be able to drain the water in the usual way and will have to carry out this procedure in emergency mode. In this case, the error code, 5C or will be displayed on the screen.

Frequency of cleaning the filter element

While using the washing machine, you need to periodically clean it. The time when such a need arises depends on the intensity of use of the technology. To determine when to clean, the following methods can be used:

Monitor for signs of contamination and carry out the procedure as necessary.
Clean periodically in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations.
Carry out the procedure according to your schedule, adjusting it as necessary.

Based on the condition of the filter during cleaning, you can see how often or less often it needs to be done. In most cases, doing this every two months is sufficient.

Where is the filter element located?

The cleaner is located at the bottom of the Samsung washing machine. In devices with horizontal loading, it is located on the front wall, at the bottom right side.

The part is covered with a rectangular cover . If the machine was produced a long time ago, then the pump can be found under a removable plastic false panel.

In top-loading appliances, the filter can be found under the panel at the bottom, on one of the sides. However, such models are rarely found in Russian stores.

How often to change and clean the polyphosphate filter

The filler consumption is quite economical - 3 grams per 1000 liters. As you use the crystals, they dissolve, so they need to be topped up periodically.

Manufacturers recommend completely replacing the contents of the flask if the volume of crystals in it has decreased exactly by half or if the filling of the flask has not changed over a long period. On average, as practice shows, the service life of the device is about six months.

The device is installed directly in front of the boiler and household appliances. It is necessary to make a connection in the pipe for equipment with a tap, then install a filter and then connect the equipment itself. It can also be installed directly into the hose, from where water will flow into the boiler or washing machine.

Before installation, the polyphosphate filter must be washed. This can be done with running water under a regular water tap. This is to remove small crystals that may pass through the hose and clog the filter in the washing machine or dishwasher valve.

Preparing for cleaning

Before you begin the main procedure, you need to perform a number of preparatory steps:

Turn off the water supply tap.
Disconnect the device from the network. This is a mandatory condition to avoid electric shock.
Prepare the tools needed for cleaning.
Using a screwdriver, coin or knife with a rounded end, pry off the hatch cover that covers the part.
Holding the protrusion on the filter, turn it counterclockwise 60 degrees and wait until the water drains out.

This completes the preparation. You can take out the part and start cleaning. The recess into which the filter is screwed is called a snail niche.

Cleaning the drain filter

A filter is installed in the water drainage system, which traps small foreign particles that get into the drum. During operation, contaminants must be periodically removed, but many users simply do not know how to clean the drain filter. Before answering the main question, you need to clarify where the drain filter is located in a Samsung washing machine. It is usually placed in the area of the drain pump. This rule also applies to Samsung models. It can be found in the lower right corner behind the drain door.

To clean it, it is recommended to follow the following step-by-step instructions:

for safety reasons, the mains voltage is first removed and the water supply valves are closed;
In the lower right corner of the machine, the drain hatch lid opens, which is secured with a latch. To open it, use a wide screwdriver or knife. However, on some car models the lid can be easily opened by hand;
To prevent water from flooding the floor, you need to prepare a flat container and stock up on a rag. The fact is that when draining, the water is completely removed only from the drum. It remains in the lower part of the drainage system. When you remove the filter, water may end up on the floor. If the kit includes an emergency hose, then the water is removed directly with its help;
pull out the filter. To do this, you need to hold the head, turn it counterclockwise and pull it towards you;
rinse it. Before this, all accumulated debris (wool, lint, threads, solid inclusions and other contaminants) is removed from it. Then, using a kitchen sponge (hard side), the plaque is removed, and finally washed with a stream of warm water. Do not use hot water because the plastic may warp. In addition, there are risks of damage to the sealing rubber;
Next, you should also clean the hole in the housing from which the filter was pulled out and install it in place;
check the reliability of fastening. It should sit tightly and not wobble.
To prevent breakdowns due to clogging, cleaning the Samsung washing machine filters should be done as often as possible.

Instructions

By following the step-by-step instructions for cleaning the filter, you will be able to quickly cope with the task. Having successfully carried out this procedure once, it will not cause difficulties in the future.

What tools are needed?

To carry out the work you will need the following tools:

old toothbrush;
slotted screwdriver;
pliers;
a rag or container for collecting water;
flashlight;
tweezers or small scissors;
citric acid and water.

Cleaning process

The cleaner is unscrewed using a rotational motion. You need to turn it counterclockwise. If cleaning is carried out in emergency mode, it is necessary to lay a rag to prevent water from spreading across the floor.

The procedure for cleaning the debris trap does not always go smoothly . When carrying out this procedure, you may encounter the fact that the part cannot be removed the first time. Most often this happens when it is rarely removed. Scale or foreign objects may prevent removal.

To avoid damaging the filter, gently tap the filter cover. If this does not help, use pliers. To avoid breaking the ledge, you need to control the pressure. Rotate them carefully, without sudden movements.

Another way to remove the filter from the niche is to remove the drain pump. However, this process is more labor-intensive and difficult to cope with on your own.

When the filter is in your hands, it must be rinsed under running water. It is recommended to use an old toothbrush to remove dirt and debris . If the hair and threads are very tangled in the mesh, you can use nail scissors and carefully trim them.

When the part is cleaned, there is no need to rush to return it to its place. You should take a flashlight and shine it into the hole from which it was removed. Having found the impeller of the drain pump, remove debris from it and remove wound hair and threads. To do this, you can use tweezers.

When the dirt is removed, put the filter back, twisting it clockwise. It must be screwed tightly . After completion of work, close the lid.

If there is a lot of scale and mold on the filter, you can remove it with citric acid. The part is soaked in a weakly concentrated solution for 2 hours. After this treatment, the mesh is washed with clean water.

Example for Samsung Diamond washing machine

Instructions are always more understandable if they are analyzed using a specific example . A step-by-step algorithm for dealing with emergency drainage is considered for the Samsung Diamond washing machine model:

Open the hatch behind which the purifier is hidden.
Remove the drain tube from the hook and pull it out.
Remove the plug from the hose and drain the water.
Install the plug and return the hose to its place.
Proceed to clean the filter according to the instructions given above.

How to disassemble and clean the filter

To clean the drain filter, you must perform the following steps:

Before starting work, you need to disconnect the machine from the power supply and turn off the water supply.
Before starting the procedure, it is recommended to drain all the water. It must be remembered that some of it will remain in the pipes and may leak onto the floor during operation. To avoid this, place a rag or flat container under the place where the filter is located.
At the bottom of the front panel of the washer there is a protective panel that covers the drain filter. It is secured with latches. This panel needs to be removed. You can use a screwdriver or knife to open the latches. In some Samsung machines this can be easily done by hand without using tools.
Underneath it, on the right side, you can see the round cover from the drain filter. To remove the filter, you need to unscrew it. This must be done in a counterclockwise direction, and then the part is pulled towards itself.
This part needs to be cleaned by removing any debris that has accumulated here. Then it is thoroughly washed. It is not recommended to use strong cleaning agents to avoid damage. The use of hot water is prohibited, as this may cause the part to become deformed and stop performing its functions. During cleaning, care must be taken not to damage the rubber seal.
The hole in which the filter was placed must be carefully cleaned. This must be done carefully. But without unnecessary effort in order not to cause damage.
The filter is put back. Then install the protective panel in its original place.

After installing the filter in its original place, you need to move it slightly. To make sure it is firmly attached.

What problems might you encounter?

If a puddle of water forms on the floor after cleaning, this indicates the following problems:

the part is not completely screwed in;
during its installation, there was a misalignment in the threaded connection;
The elastic band acting as a gasket was damaged.

The first two problems can be quickly resolved by reinstalling the filter. If the cause is hidden in a damaged seal, it must be replaced.

The worst thing is if the thread breaks when trying to remove the filter. In this case, you will need to replace the pump volute or the filter itself.

You will find all the most important and useful information about Samsung washing machines in this section of the site.

System check after

If the reassembly of the debris catching unit is carried out carefully, and the part fits smoothly and tightly into place, then there will be no problems with the operation of the device.

To be on the safe side, after servicing the trap filter, you need to check the drain system of the device for leaks .

To do this, the washing machine is plugged in and tested for no leaks in the rinsing mode without laundry.

What filter element should I install?

It is often difficult to determine which cleaner to choose from all the variety offered. Let's figure out what the different options for filter elements are.

Main filters are not intended specifically for SMA, but for installation on water pipes at the entrance to the apartment. The principle of their operation is to completely purify the water when it enters the apartment. The element removes grains of sand and rust impurities, while maintaining the chemical composition of the water.
The coarse cleaning device for the washing machine should be mounted in front of the machine; it allows you to remove large objects from the water. It is necessary to frequently clean and rinse the element due to its rapid clogging.
A polyphosphate filter element is used to soften the incoming water. After purification with sodium polyphosphate, the liquid will be unfit for drinking, so the device can only be used for treating water for industrial purposes.
The magnetic filter is designed to soften the water. It is installed directly on the inlet hose. Manufacturers claim that the magnetic field has a beneficial effect on the liquid. However, this effect does not have any scientific validity, so the opinions of experts on such a filter vary greatly.

The range of filter elements offered for sale is quite wide, and it’s up to you to choose which filter to connect. The available variety allows you to find a cleansing device that is suitable for your case and will prolong the performance of the SMA.