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Quick answer: A Fisher & Paykel washer that won’t drain almost always comes down to one of three things: a blocked pump filter or hose (free to fix), a failed drain pump (the most common part replacement — $49.95–$79.95 depending on the model), or a split or kinked drain hose ($19.95). Front loaders usually show a fault code first; top loaders just sit there full of water. Here’s how to work through it in order, cheapest first.
The part that fixes this
- FISHER PAYKEL WASHING MACHINE DRAIN PUMP WH7560J1, WH7560J2, WH7560J3, WH7560P1
- FISHER PAYKEL WASHING MACHINE DRAIN PUMP WH8060F1, WH8060J3, WH8060P1, WH8060P2
- FISHER PAYKEL WASHING MACHINE DRAIN PUMP WH8060P2, WH8560P2, WH8560P1, WH8560J3
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Last updated September 2026
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Match the symptom to the cause
| What you see | Most likely cause | Cost to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Water sits in the drum, pump is silent | Failed drain pump (no power or seized) | $49.95–$79.95 |
| Pump hums or buzzes but no water moves | Blockage in the pump — coin, sock, lint — or a stripped impeller | $0, or a new pump |
| Drains slowly, sometimes times out with a fault code | Partly blocked filter, kinked drain hose, or hose pushed too far into the standpipe | $0–$19.95 |
| Water on the floor during the drain | Split drain hose or perished tub-to-pump hose | $19.95–$27.55 |
| Top loader washes but never empties | Top-loader drain pump failed | $64.95 |
Step 1: Clear the filter and check the hose (free)
Before you buy anything, do the free checks. On front loaders, unclip the kick panel at the bottom front, put a towel and a shallow tray down, and unscrew the pump filter — slowly, there will be water. Coins, bra wires, hair ties and socks end up here and will stop the pump dead. While you’re there, check the drain hose at the back isn’t kinked behind the machine and isn’t pushed more than about 100–150 mm into the standpipe, which can cause siphoning and slow-drain timeouts.
If your front loader is showing a fault code while it sits full of water, look it up in our Fisher & Paykel washing machine fault code guide — drain-related codes point you straight at the pump circuit.
Step 2: Test the drain pump
Set the machine to a drain or spin cycle and listen near the bottom front. Silence means the pump isn’t getting power or has failed outright. A hum with no water moving means the impeller is jammed or stripped. Either way, once the filter is clear and the hose is straight, the pump itself is the fault — and on Fisher & Paykel front loaders it’s a well-known wear item after years of service.
Step 3: Fit the right pump for your model
Fisher & Paykel used different pumps across the WH front-loader series, the newer Series 7–9 machines, and the top loaders, so match the pump to the model number on the model sticker (inside the door frame on front loaders, under the lid on top loaders):
| Your machine | Drain pump | Price |
|---|---|---|
 WH7560 series front loaders | Fisher & Paykel drain pump for WH7560J1, WH7560J2, WH7560J3, WH7560P1 | $49.95 |
 WH8060 series front loaders | Fisher & Paykel drain pump for WH8060F1, WH8060J3, WH8060P1, WH8060P2 | $49.95 |
 WH8560 series front loaders | Fisher & Paykel drain pump for WH8560P1, WH8560P2, WH8560J3 | $49.95 |
 WH9060 / WH1060 series front loaders | Fisher & Paykel drain pump for WH9060P3, WH1060P1, WH1060P3, WH1060P4 | $49.95 |
 Series 9 / larger-capacity front loaders | Genuine Fisher & Paykel drain pump H0024000406A for WH1060P1, WH1260F1, WH1160FG2 | $78.95 |
 Top loaders | Genuine Fisher & Paykel top-load drain pump H0034000110D | $64.95 |
Not sure which series you have? Run your model number through the Part Finder and it will match the exact pump.
Step 4: Replace a split hose while you’re in there
If water ends up on the floor when the machine drains, the corrugated drain hose at the back has usually split at a fold, or the internal tub-to-pump hose has perished. Both are cheap: a Fisher & Paykel front-loader drain hose for the WH8060 series is $19.95 (WH7560, WH8560 and WH9060/WH1060 versions are the same price), and a tub-to-pump hose for the WH8060 series is $27.55. If you’re dropping the pump anyway, inspect both — it saves pulling the machine out twice.
The pump swap, step by step (front loader)
- Unplug the machine and turn off the taps. Drain the remaining water through the filter opening into a tray.
- Tilt the machine back or lay it on its side on a blanket — the pump is accessible from underneath on most WH models.
- Photograph the wiring, then unplug the electrical connector from the pump.
- Release the hose clamps, pull the hoses off, and unscrew the pump from its mount.
- Fit the new pump, reconnect hoses and wiring, and run a short rinse-and-spin with the machine upright to check for leaks before pushing it back.
Allow 30–60 minutes with basic hand tools. Top loaders are similar — the pump sits under the bowl and is reached from below or via the back panel depending on the series.
Repair cost vs a service call (Australia 2026)
| Option | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| Clear the filter and hose yourself | $0 |
| DIY drain hose or tub-to-pump hose | $19.95–$27.55 |
| DIY drain pump | $49.95–$79.95 |
| Repairer callout plus the same part and labour | commonly $200–$350 |
| New Fisher & Paykel washer | $900–$2,000 |
The 50% rule: a drain pump is a small fraction of the machine’s value, and the job needs no special tools — this is one of the most worthwhile DIY repairs on any Fisher & Paykel washer.
Frequently asked questions
Why is my Fisher & Paykel washing machine full of water and not draining?
Work through it cheapest first: clear the pump filter, straighten the drain hose, then test the pump. A silent or humming pump with a clear filter means the pump has failed — a $49.95–$79.95 part on most models.
How do I drain it manually so I can open the door?
On front loaders, open the kick panel at the bottom front and unscrew the pump filter slowly over a shallow tray — the drum will empty through it. Some models also have a small manual drain tube next to the filter.
Where is the drain pump on a Fisher & Paykel washer?
Bottom front on front loaders, behind the kick panel, with the filter screwed into its face. On top loaders it’s under the bowl, reached from underneath or behind the lower panel.
How do I find my model number?
On the model sticker — inside the door opening on front loaders, under the lid on top loaders. Enter it in the Part Finder for the exact-fit pump.
Do these parts ship same day?
Yes — order before 12pm Sydney time for same-day dispatch Australia-wide, flat $10.60 shipping.
Related
- Fisher & Paykel washer repairs — the complete guide
- Washing machine not draining — causes and fixes for every brand
- Fisher & Paykel washing machine fault codes
- Full parts guides for your model: WH7560, WH8060P3, WH9060
- All Fisher & Paykel washing machine parts
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Disclaimer: this article is general information only and is provided without warranty of any kind. Appliance designs vary between models and production runs — always follow the manufacturer’s instructions, switch off and unplug the appliance before starting any work, and confirm parts against the model number on your appliance’s model sticker. Any repair is undertaken at your own risk and Oz Appliance Spares accepts no liability for injury, loss or damage arising from work performed after reading this guide, to the maximum extent permitted by law. If in doubt, use a qualified technician.
