How to Keep Washer Discharge From Draining Into the Sink

Home appliances that share a drain increase the likelihood of clogs, as residue from hard water, laundry detergent and dishwashing detergent collects in the drain after continuous use. Water from a washer during the cleaning cycle's draining process is unable to properly flow through the clogged pipes, which causes water and suds to rise out of the sink's drain. Over time, the clog worsens and requires professional maintenance to eliminate clogs without damaging the washer or sink. Once cleared, you will need to regularly clean the drain to prevent future clogs and plumbing issues.

Non-toxic chemical drain cleaner
Plunger

Instructions

- 1
  Press "Start/Pause" on the washer's control panel to pause the current cycle.
- 2
  Turn on the hot water faucet on your kitchen sink to clear the pipes. The hot water flushes out slight clogs by loosening up residue when it is left running for at least five minutes.
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  Pour a non-toxic chemical drain cleaner slowly down the sink's drain. Drain cleaners, when used carefully, eliminate clogs by dissolving the residual buildup inside of the pipes.
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  Flush the sink's drain by turning on the hot water. Leave the hot water running for 10 minutes to clear out the drain cleaner from the pipes, and turn off the hot water faucet.
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  Push "Start/Pause" to resume the washer's drain cycle to determine sink drainage. Suction the sink's drain with a plunger to eliminate remaining clogs, and flush the drain by running the hot water faucet for at least five minutes.

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