LG Washer - Water Left in Dispenser

At a Glance

It is normal for some residual water to remain in your washing machine dispenser tray after each wash. Detergent can gradually build up in the detergent tray and its attachments over time. If these are not cleaned regularly, the water and additives will not dispense fully, and water will remain in the compartments.

Try This

1. Select Your Washer: Front Load Washer Top Load Washer

2. Water in the detergent dispenser after a cycle

   ➔ Pull out the detergent dispenser, reassemble it, and press tightly to refit it.

   If you do not assemble the detergent dispenser tightly, water may get into the detergent dispenser during the washing process.
   

   Cleaning a detergent drawer

   1. Open the dispenser drawer, then pull it out while pressing the [PUSH] button.
   2. Clean it with a toothbrush using lukewarm water as shown, and then reassemble and reinsert the dispenser drawer.

   

   
   

   Cleaning a dispenser compartment

   1. Open the dispenser compartment and pull the edges up to pull it out as shown.
   2. Pull out the fabric softener dispenser, and lift the cover and clean it with a toothbrush using lukewarm water.

   

   3. Put the lid tightly back on and reinsert the fabric softener dispenser.

   

   Level the unit

   Check that the washing machine is level. If the unit is not level more water may be left in the dispenser than normal.

   Dilute Softener

   Be sure to mix softener with 50% water and 5% softener so it will dispense without clogging the siphon hole in the dispenser.

   If the problem continues, the unit will require service. Please visit our Request a Repair page to schedule service.

3. Top Load Washer

   Note

   Note: It is recommended to clean the dispenser drawer and inserts once a month.

   Clean the Dispenser Drawer

   1Turn off the washer and unplug the power cord.

   2Remove the drawer by pulling it straight out until it stops. Lift the front of the drawer upward and pull it completely out.

   

   3Remove the inserts from the two compartments.

   

   4Clean the inserts and drawer with warm water.

   • Use a soft cloth or brush to clean and remove any residue.
   • Do not use soap when cleaning the drawer and inserts.

   5Wipe off any moisture with a dry towel or cloth after cleaning.

   6To clean the drawer opening, use a small, non-metal brush to clean the recesses. Remove all residue from the upper and lower parts of the recesses.

   7Return the inserts to the proper compartments and replace the drawer.

   • Set the drawer into the opening at an angle, then lower it and slide it into place.

   Level the unit

   Check that the washing machine is level. If the unit is not level more water may be left in the dispenser than normal.

   Dilute Softener

   Be sure to mix softener with 50% water and 5% softener so it will dispense without clogging the siphon hole in the dispenser.

   If the problem continues, the unit will require service. Please visit our Request a Repair page to schedule service.