Whirlpool Dishwasher Not Draining: Drain-System Cleaning in Hayward
The dishwasher was not draining water. The drain pump appeared jammed, and the pump housing and drain hoses needed cleaning.
Repair at a glance
| City | Hayward, CA |
|---|---|
| Appliance | Dishwasher |
| Category | Major Brands |
| Brand & model | Whirlpool WDF341PAPM2 dishwasher |
| Repair date | |
| Customer complaint | The dishwasher was not draining water. |
| Diagnosis | The drain pump appeared jammed, and the pump housing and drain hoses needed cleaning. |
| Repair cost | $242 (parts and labor) |
| Warranty | 6 months on parts and labor |
| Outcome | Repaired |
Inspection and access
I inspected the Whirlpool WDF341PAPM2 and its drain route after the customer reported standing water. The diagnosis called for cleaning the pump housing and drain hoses.
Repair and reassembly
I opened the drain connections and cleared the debris documented in the photos. The gallery shows the drain hose connections and material removed during the work.
The completed invoice charges $242 for drain-system maintenance. Although the notes include a drain-pump part reference, the invoice does not bill a replacement pump, so this case describes cleaning rather than a pump replacement.
Photos from this repair
Whirlpool dishwasher at the service location. 
Drain connection beneath the kitchen sink. 
Dishwasher interior during drain inspection. 
Drain hose connected beneath the sink. 
Debris removed during drain-system cleaning. 
Drain hose and fittings opened during maintenance.
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