Customer Questions and Answers for Drain Hose (Outer) by Whirlpool

This outer drain hose routes wastewater from your washer to the household standpipe or sink. Replacing a cracked, kinked, or clogged hose restores proper draining and helps reduce leaks at the back of the appliance.

• Carries discharge water from the drain pump outlet to the home drain connection
• Damage such as splits, pinholes, or hardening can cause leaks during the drain cycle
• Kinks or blockages can lead to slow or no draining and water left in the tub
• Visible wear, brittleness, or recurring drain errors are common signs the hose needs replacement

• Disconnect power and turn off water supply before servicing
• Pull the washer forward to access; keep towels or a pan ready for residual water
• Detach the old hose from the pump/outlet and household drain; transfer and reuse clamps or brackets as required by your model
• Route the new hose without kinks, secure all connections, follow your model's manual for drain placement, then run a test drain and check for leaks