AEG Drain System Odour

AEG washing machine emits a sewage or rotten egg smell from the drain hose or during draining, no error code

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Possible Causes

Dirty standpipe or sink trap, Bacteria growth in drain hose, Incorrect drain hose installation causing backflow, Stagnant water in sump

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the washer and wear gloves when handling dirty plumbing.

  • Clean standpipe or sink trap: Remove and clean the sink trap or have the standpipe professionally cleaned.
  • Flush drain hose: Disconnect the hose and flush with hot water and a mild disinfectant.
  • Check hose height and loop: Ensure the hose has a high loop to prevent backflow from the sink or drain into the machine.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

AEG Drain Hose
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