Samsung Bits Of Chewed Up Plastic In Pump Filter

This thread was marked as solved. Here's a summary of the problem and the fix, generated from the discussion below.

Samsung washer noisy on drain with plastic debris and heavy leak

The problem

During the drain cycle the washing machine made a lot of noise and a thumping sound. The debris filter contained chewed-up plastic and gravel-like plastic fragments. On the next use the machine began leaking a large amount of water.

Likely cause

The accepted reply says the plastic debris could be from the drum paddles or the plastic outer tub, with coin damage suggested as a possible cause. The strongest concern is that the outer tub may have been punctured, causing the leak.

What fixed it

Safely disconnect the machine and carefully inspect the outer tub for damage. If the outer tub has been punctured, repair may be expensive. The exact repair was not confirmed in the discussion.

Checks to try

• Debris filter found with chewed-up plastic and gravel-like plastic pieces
• Machine made a lot of noise during drain cycle
• Machine made a thumping noise
• Machine then leaked lots of water
• Carefully examine the outer tub for damage