How to Check the Pump on a Frigidaire GLTF1670

The Frigidaire GLTF1670 is a front-load washing machine with an electric pump inside to force out water to the drain pipe at mid-cycle and before the final spin. If the Frigidaire will not drain, there may be a problem with the pump. Common problems include clogs in the drain hose attached to the pump, or the pump itself may be defective. Troubleshoot the component with a multimeter and common hand tools.

Pliers
Bucket
Screwdriver
Wire coat hanger
Wire cutters
Multimeter

Instructions

- 1
  Unplug the washer power cord from the wall socket.
- 2
  Unscrew the two hoses attached to the back of the Frigidaire, using pliers. Lower the hoses into a bucket to catch the water.
- 3
  Remove the back plate from the Frigidaire, taking out the screws with a screwdriver.
- 4
  Pull off the plate to locate the pump, which is connected with a plug to a wiring harness and a black rubber hose clamped on one side. The pump is bolted onto the bottom of the Frigidaire cabinet.
- 5
  Press the lock tab on the electrical plug on the side of the pump to disconnect the plug and attached wires.
- 6
  Squeeze the clamp in the pump hose with pliers to pull off the hose. Set the hose in the bucket to catch the water.
- 7
  Remove the screws holding the pump to the cabinet, using the screwdriver. Take the pump out of the appliance to inspect the unit.
- 8
  Clear the drain hose of obstructions using the tip of the screwdriver. Cut and unfold a wire coat hanger to probe the length of the hose for clogs. Twist the coat hanger wire to remove clogs.
- 9
  Set the multimeter to test for current resistance, which is measured in ohms.
- 10
  Touch the two multimeter probes to the two terminals inside the pump's electrical plug. If the meter registers zero, the pump's electrical circuits are bad and must be replaced.

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