- Filters are like little water traps—never trust 'em to be dry, no matter what the manual says.
- I’ve seen LGs and Samsungs both leave puddles, but my old Whirlpool barely dribbled. Maybe it’s a newer design thing?
- Turkey baster method cracks me up, but hey, whatever works. I usually just throw down a towel and hope for the best.
- Sometimes I wonder if it’s just how level the machine sits. If it’s tilted even a bit, water seems to pool in weird spots.
- Not sure it’s luck of the draw, but some brands definitely seem thirstier than others... or maybe they just want us to suffer.
Leveling definitely makes a difference—had a Bosch that was just a little off and it always left water in the filter area, no matter how careful I was. Manuals make it sound like you’ll get a few drops, but I’ve had mini floods even after draining the hose first. I do think newer machines are worse for this, maybe because of all the extra seals and “improved” designs. Honestly, I keep a baking tray under mine now... towels alone weren’t cutting it.
I totally get what you mean about the water situation. I had this mental image of “just a bit of water” like the manual said, but the first time I cleaned out the filter on my Samsung, it was more like a mini waterfall. I’d already drained the hose, too, so I was not prepared. Baking tray is a pro move—I just used a stack of old towels and still ended up mopping the floor afterward.
I’ve been wondering if the filter area getting flooded is more about how often it’s cleaned, or if it’s just a design thing with newer machines. Like, if you let it go too long, does more water build up in there? Or is it always going to be a mess, no matter how regularly you do it? I’m still figuring out the “rhythm” of maintenance on these things.
Also, about leveling—did you use a bubble level or just eyeball it? I tried using the adjustable feet but it never feels perfect. My spin cycle seems a little louder than it should be, but maybe I’m just paranoid. I’ve read that even a tiny tilt can mess up drainage and the spin, but then again, some folks say it’s not that sensitive.
Curious if anyone’s ever actually fixed a spin cycle issue just by resetting or unplugging, versus having to go full filter clean. I’ve tried the “unplug for 10 minutes” trick a couple times and it sometimes helps, but I’m never sure if it’s just coincidence or actually doing something. Anyone else think these machines have a mind of their own?
I had this mental image of “just a bit of water” like the manual said, but the first time I cleaned out the filter on my Samsung, it was more like a mini waterfall.
That “just a bit” line gets everyone. I’ve learned to keep a roasting pan under there—towels just soak through too fast. As for the flooding, it’s partly design, but if you wait too long between cleans, you’ll definitely get more water (and gunk). Leveling-wise, I always use a bubble level. Eyeballing never works for me—machines are pickier than they look. Unplugging sometimes resets the electronics if it’s just a glitch, but if there’s water stuck in the filter, nothing beats getting your hands dirty. These machines definitely have their moods...
That “just a bit” line is such a trap, right? The first time I did it, I thought I was being careful, but I still ended up with water everywhere. Never thought of using a roasting pan—genius move. I’ve tried baking sheets but they’re too shallow, so it’s always a gamble.
About the leveling, I totally agree. Tried eyeballing once and my washer started walking across the floor during spin. Bubble level all the way now. Do you ever find that even after cleaning out the filter and resetting, the machine still acts up? Sometimes I wonder if there’s a hidden trick to getting all the water out, or if it’s just one of those things you have to live with.
I’ve noticed if I clean the filter more often, there’s less drama, but sometimes life gets in the way and then... mini flood. Anyone else ever get that weird smell from the filter area even after cleaning? Not sure if that’s normal or if I’m missing something.
