How to replace the vent hose on an LG washer

Is your LG washer leaving puddles on the floor? A faulty vent hose could be the culprit, causing leaks that put a damper on your laundry day. Luckily, you can fix this common problem yourself with our step-by-step guide below—complete with an easy-to-follow how-to video that’ll have your appliance back in tip-top shape in no time!

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On an LG washer, the vent hose is responsible for venting air and foam out of the washer’s tub, providing proper airflow during the washing process. Over time, the vent hose may develop cracks or leaks. Fortunately, replacing the vent hose is a relatively quick and easy repair that you can do yourself. So let’s get started and have your washer up and running again in no time!  

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The information in this article may not apply to your specific appliance model. We recommend consulting your manufacturer’s documentation or contact us with any questions.

Tools needed

• Phillips screwdriver
• Pliers

Safety precautions

• Always power off and unplug your appliance or switch off the circuit breaker before attempting any maintenance or replacement work. This keeps you safe by preventing any risk of injury from electric shock.
• Turn off the water supply at the outlet before beginning repairs to any appliance parts that hold water. Have towels ready for any residual water in the system when removing parts. 
• Wear insulated work gloves to protect your hands from sharp metal parts, pinching hazards and debris.
• When working with wires, avoid touching any exposed wires or terminals. If you need to touch a wire, use a non-conductive tool or wear insulating gloves to prevent electrical shock.
• Take your time and don’t rush while working to prevent accidents and personal injuries.
• Work in a well-lit area so you can clearly see and access the interior parts.
• Clear your workspace of clutter and other obstacles. Keep children and pets away from the work area.
• Never work on internal parts with bare wet hands. Make sure the work area is completely dry.
• Check your user manual to see if there are specific installation or safety instructions for your part or appliance. 
• Be gentle when handling or removing parts. Excessive force might damage the appliance or cause injury.
• Wear safety glasses when working with chemicals, dust or cleaning large debris to prevent injury. 
• If the appliance has recently been used, give it plenty of time for any heating parts to cool down before working on it. 

Replacement steps

Removal

1. Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the two bottom phillips screws that hold the top brackets in place at the back of the washer and set them aside.
2. Pull out the top panel of the washer and carefully lift it off the cabinet. Set the top panel aside.
3. Locate the vent hose connected to the tub and the rear cabinet panel.
4. Loosen the phillips clamp that secures the vent hose to the tub. Use pliers if necessary to slide the clamp down the hose.
5. Once the clamp is loose, carefully remove the vent hose from the tub.  
6. Locate the other end of the vent hose connected to the rear cabinet panel.
7. Use pliers to slide the clamp securing the hose to the rear cabinet panel. Slide the clamp further down the hose to loosen it.
8. Once the clamp is loose, remove the vent hose from the rear cabinet panel. 

Installation

1. Take the new vent hose and slide the clamps onto the hose near the ends of the hose for easy installation.
2. Match the pointer on the hose to the arrow on the top of the tub. Insert the end of the hose into the tub and position it securely.
3. Move to the rear of the washer and align the cutout on the hose with the tab on the mount on the rear vent grille. Insert the end of the hose into the mount securely.
4. Tighten the top side clamp using a phillips screwdriver.  
5. Move to the rear of the washer and secure the other end of the hose using pliers. Slide the clamp up the hose and tighten it securely.
6. Give the hose a gentle tug to check that it is secure.
7. Place the top cover back onto the washer. Slide it forward to lock it into place on the cabinet.
8. Use the two phillips screws to secure the top cover. Insert the screws into the brackets and tighten them securely.
9. Plug the power cord back into the electrical outlet. Turn on the water supply to the washer.
10. Check for any leaks or issues with the new vent hose.  

Additional information

Thanks for reading! We hope this guide helped you replace the vent hose on your LG washer. 

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