Easy Ways to Fix a Samsung Washer that is Not Dispensing Detergent

Is your Samsung washer still not dispensing detergent?

I would suggest starting with the checks you can do safely. I think you should check the detergent amount, drawer channels, and water flow, because dried soap or weak water flow can keep detergent in the drawer.

Why Isn't My Samsung Washer Dispensing Detergent?

Here's the short answer: to fix a Samsung washer not dispensing detergent, use the right soap, clean and refit the drawer, check water flow, and level the machine.

Further, the same checks help when the Samsung washer is not dispensing soap, has a drawer full of water, has a drawer stuck, or is leaving detergent in the drawer.

Check the Washer Angle

However, a badly tilted Samsung washer can leave water sitting at one side of the drawer. Adjust the feet until the cabinet is level and steady.

Remember, if water never reaches a clean drawer, an inlet valve, passage, or control may be faulty. Ask a technician to test it, and contact Samsung first if the machine is under warranty.

Besides this, if odor remains after the drawer is clean, read how to clean a Samsung washer that smells bad.

These washer level is also worth your attention during your first check.

Check the Softener Insert

Also, push every clean insert fully into its matching Samsung drawer compartment. A loose siphon cap can leave the drawer full of water or stop softener from leaving.

So, compare the pieces with the diagram in the manual if the drawer does not slide freely after cleaning.

The simple signs around this drawer insert is easy to miss while you look for the cause.

Check the Main Wash Compartment

In many cases, put detergent in the Samsung compartment marked for the main wash, not the bleach or softener section. Use the type required by the manual and measure it for the load.

At this point, too much detergent can form a thick paste. Liquid filled above a marked line may also drain too early or remain after the wash.

The Samsung may gives you a useful clue around this detergent choice before you decide on service.

Open the Supply Taps Fully

So, open the supply taps and straighten the inlet hoses behind the Samsung washer. Weak water flow may leave detergent in the drawer instead of rinsing it into the tub.

Remember, turn off the water and unplug the machine before removing a hose. If the washer also fills slowly, see why the Samsung washer is not filling with water.

There is usually a few clues around the Samsung water flow as you compare each result.

Wash Every Drawer Channel

Remember, unplug the Samsung washer. Never force a drawer that is stuck; use the release shown in the manual for your exact model.

Also, follow these steps to remove the buildup:

1. Pull the drawer out until it stops.
2. Press the release shown in the manual and lift the drawer free.
3. Remove loose inserts and soak them in warm water.
4. Scrub each channel with a soft brush, then rinse it.
5. Wipe the empty housing and dry every part before refitting it.

However, clear only loose residue from the small water holes. Do not push a sharp object into them.

Conclusion

Use what the Samsung washer is doing to choose the most useful check and get a drawer that empties properly.

• Check the Washer Angle
• Check the Softener Insert
• Check the Main Wash Compartment
• Open the Supply Taps Fully
• Wash Every Drawer Channel