Insinger Incomplete or No Automatic Drain

Water remains in the tank overnight; machine does not automatically drain when expected.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Drain timer or program not set correctly on Insinger control, Blocked drain pump or line, Faulty drain solenoid (if gravity drain), Level switch not signaling drain

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Disconnect power and allow water to cool before working on the drain system.

  • Verify program settings: Check the Insinger control or timer to ensure automatic drain is enabled at the end of the shift or cycle.
  • Inspect drain components: Clean the drain screen, pump intake, and drain hose as described in the E4 entry.
  • Check drain solenoid (if equipped): For gravity-drain models, test the drain valve solenoid for proper operation and replace if it does not open when energized.
  • Level switch function: Confirm that the level switch correctly signals low water when the tank is nearly empty; a stuck switch can prevent full drain.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Drain Solenoid Valve
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