Washing Machine Lint Trap / Drain Protector

 My washing machine drain pipe recently was having trouble keeping up
with the spin cycle discharge, so I had the line snaked.  All appears ok
now, but I'd like to prevent this in the future.  Has anyone had success
with lint trap or filter for their washer?

The machine is a Kenmore / Whirlpool and the parts guide lists whirlpool
part # 367031 "Drain Protector" or "Drain Protectant"
http://www.whirlpool.com/catalog/accessory_product.jsp?src=Search&categoryId82&productId ‘4

It doesn't list if any additional parts are necessary to connect the
protector to the discharge hose, or where it is installed.  It appears
to have a 90 degree angle between input and output, which has me
puzzled.

Or is there another type of lint trap from another supplier that works
better?
I'd appreciate any suggestions and experiences.

Thanks!

 
Jeff Taylor wrote:

http://www.whirlpool.com/catalog/accessory_product.jsp?src=Search&categoryId82&productId ‘4

I don't understand how that Whirlpool lint trap is supposed to work,
never having seen one, but you can get the wire mesh lint trap bags at
any hardware store, home center or buy them in bulk on eBay.   They
come with zip ties to hold them in place.  Cheap, easy, disposable.

R

 

I grew up seeing old nylon hosiery tied on the discharge of the
washing machine's hose into the utility tub.  It worked fine.  Kinda
creeped me out, of course, but it worked fine.

When I had a discharge like this, the $1.00 kit at most grocery stores
or Target, or Walmart that has the mesh sock lookin deal works great
too.  Even comes with a wire tie.  

I've never had to have anything snaked on a laundry tub line.   And
can't remember any such from childhood either.

Best Regards,
--
Todd H.  
http://www.toddh.net/

 t@toddh.net (Todd H.) wrote:


I agree... A modern plumbing system with no other problems would easily handle
any washer lint - compared to what else goes down it. :)

 Rick Blaine wrote:

How about a septic system?  Synthetic fibers don't break down in a
septic tank or leaching field.  They just accumulate it and block the
drainage and they you have an expensive problem.

R