Samsung Washer Drain Hose Replacement — What This Part Does
The drain hose carries waste water from the washer’s pump to your standpipe or laundry sink. It’s a flexible rubber or corrugated plastic tube that routes water away after each wash and spin cycle. Samsung states that incorrect drain hose installation is the most common drain-issue cause, and service is rarely required for this category of problem.
The hose fails when it cracks from age, becomes internally clogged with lint or debris, gets kinked during machine moves, or is installed too deep into the standpipe. A blocked or damaged hose prevents the pump from pushing water out, triggering drain-error codes and leaving standing water in the drum. Unlike pump or control-board failures, hose problems are straightforward to diagnose and replace without specialized tools.
Signs It Needs Replacing
- Washer won’t drain or leaves standing water The cycle stops with water in the drum, and clothes come out soaking wet.
- ND, 5C, or SE error codes on display Samsung drain-error codes appear when the machine cannot complete the drain portion of the cycle.
- Slow or incomplete drainage Water drains much slower than normal or partially drains then stops, indicating restricted flow.
- Water pooling behind or under the washer Leaks around the hose connections or cracks in the hose body let water escape onto the floor.
- Visible kinks or cracks in the hose The hose is crushed, bent sharply, or shows splits and dry-rot along its length.
- Gurgling or backup from standpipe Water backs up into the standpipe or you hear gurgling, often caused by the hose pushed too far into the drain.
How to Replace It
- Unplug the washer from the wall outlet and turn off the water supply valves behind the machine.
- Pull the washer away from the wall to access the rear panel and locate the drain hose connection at the back lower corner.
- Check the debris filter first by opening the small access panel at the front lower corner, placing a shallow pan underneath, and unscrewing the filter cap to drain residual water and remove any trapped debris.
- Inspect the standpipe installation by measuring the height (Samsung spec is 18 to 96 inches) and verifying the hose is not inserted more than a few inches into the pipe, which is a common installation mistake.
- Loosen the hose clamp at the pump outlet (usually a spring clamp or screw clamp) with pliers or a screwdriver and slide the old hose off the pump fitting.
- Remove the hose from the standpipe or drain connection and inspect the interior for blockages by blowing through it or running water through it in a utility sink.
- Slide the new drain hose onto the pump outlet fitting and secure it with a hose clamp, tightening until snug but not crushing the hose material.
- Route the new hose to the standpipe without sharp bends or kinks, insert it only 1 to 2 inches into the standpipe, and verify the hose height and path allow free flow.
- Plug the washer back in, turn on the water supply, and run a drain or spin cycle to confirm water drains completely and no leaks appear at the connections.
The Part You Need
| Part | Notes |
|---|---|
| Samsung washer drain hose assembly | Amazon | Check your model and serial number on the metal plate inside the door frame or on the rear panel to find the correct hose part number for your washer. |
| Hose clamps (if not included) | Amazon | Use stainless-steel screw clamps or spring clamps sized to fit the pump outlet and hose diameter, typically 1 to 1.5 inches. |
Related Error Codes
If this part is failing you may also see one of these codes:
- Samsung Washer 1C error code
- Samsung Washer 4C error code
- Samsung Washer 5E error code
- Samsung Washer Ae error code
- Samsung Washer Bc error code
- Samsung Washer Bc1 error code
- Samsung Washer Be error code
- Samsung Washer Be0 error code
- Samsung Washer Be1 error code
- Samsung Washer Be2 error code
When to Call a Pro
Call a tech if the new hose does not solve the drain problem, if the drain pump makes grinding noises or receives no voltage during the drain cycle, or if control-board diagnostics are needed. If you’ve verified the hose and debris filter are clear but the washer still won’t drain, the pump impeller may be jammed or the pump motor may have failed. Wiring and control-board issues are less common than blockages but require a tech with multimeter skills and access to Samsung service documentation.