Ikea Detergent Drawer Water Flow Issue

Detergent remains in the drawer after the wash cycle

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Possible Causes

Clogged detergent drawer nozzles, Low water pressure, Drawer not fully inserted, Build-up of detergent residue

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off the water and unplug the appliance before removing the drawer for cleaning.

Step-by-step checks:

  • 1. Remove and clean drawer: Pull out the detergent drawer, press the release tab, and remove it. Soak in warm water and scrub away residue.
  • 2. Clean housing nozzles: Use a small brush or toothpick to clean the water jets in the drawer housing.
  • 3. Check water pressure: Ensure adequate inlet pressure and clean inlet filters.
  • 4. Reinsert drawer fully: Make sure the drawer is pushed in completely before starting a cycle.
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Repair Difficulty

Very Easy 1/5

Required Part

Detergent Drawer
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