Clean That DIRTY Filter Before Your Washing Machine Breaks Down!

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This project provides step-by-step instructions on how to clean the pump filter of a front-loading Samsung washing machine. It emphasizes the importance of using the emergency drain hose to remove residual water before removing the filter to prevent spills and effectively clean out accumulated debris, lint, and gunk.

That Fix It GuyAir Force–trained plumber

Brian learned plumbing in the U.S. Air Force and has plumbed his way around the world. Now he films the fixes homeowners actually face: slow toilets, dripping faucets, clogged drains, failing water heaters and disposals. He shows what broke, why it broke, and how to fix it for a fraction of the cost of replacing it. He's particular about the right part, too: no snappy traps, no chemical drain cleaners. His rule: if he can do it, you can do it.

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Moments in this video

0:001:01

Introduction and Preparation

1:011:36

Drain Residual Water

2:371:15

Remove the Filter

3:520:39

Clean the Filter

4:320:20

Clean the Filter Housing

4:520:37

Reinstall Filter and Close Panel