Whirlpool Washer won't stop filling
Common reasons your Whirlpool Washer won't stop filling
The most common reasons your Whirlpool washer won't stop filling are a clogged water valve, a bad water-level pressure switch, or a malfunctioning electronic control board.
40% of the time it's the
Water Valve
29% of the time it's the
Water Level Switch
12% of the time it's the
Electronic Control Board
19% of the time it's the
Something else
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Most common repairs needed to fix a Whirlpool washer
Water Valve Replacement
The water valve assembly controls water flow into the washer. A clogged water valve inlet screen will prevent the wash tub from filling with hot water, cold water, or both. Electrical failures in the valve may also prevent the valve from opening to allow water into the tub. The valve connects your home's water supply to the washer. A faulty valve may begin leaking into the tub or around the connections to the water supply hoses. If you suspect a faulty water valve assembly, have a Sears Home Services professional inspect the washer and replace the valve if needed.
Water Level Switch Replacement
If the water-level pressure switch in a washer is bad, it loses its ability to sense, control, and maintain the water level in the outer wash tub. This failure may result in the washer not filling or overfilling with water. The pressure switch operates using an air tube attached to the bottom of the tub, which senses the water level. As the wash tub fills, air pressure in the tube pushes up on a diaphragm inside the water-level pressure switch. A post attached to the diaphragm opens and closes electrical contacts within the switch's body, thereby controlling the water fill and shutting off the water when the washer is full. If any components of the water-level pressure switch fail, have a Sears Home Services repair technician replace the switch.
Electronic Control Board Replacement
A malfunctioning electronic control board can lead to various failures in a washer. This is because the board serves as the brain of the washer, controlling crucial components such as the water valve, drive motor, drain pump, and cycles. If the electronic control board fails, the washer may not power up or display the cycle status. Additionally, it might fail to fill, agitate, spin, or drain. In some cases, a shorted board may emit a burning smell. How to replace the electronic control board in a washer https://www.searspartsdirect.com/diy/repair-guide/how-to-replace-the-electronic-control-board-on-a-top-load-washer
What to expect when you experience a Whirlpool washer won't stop filling issue
How is the washer won't stop filling issue fixed?
Correcting most washer won't stop filling problems usually involves replacing the water valve, water-level pressure switch, or electronic control board. However, there are many potential causes, so a thorough diagnosis is key to fixing the problem. An accurate diagnosis is essential to understanding how much the repair will be.
Sears Home Services recommendations for a washer won't stop filling problem
When a washer won't stop filling, it can be for many reasons. To avoid replacing unneeded parts, we recommend having a Sears Home Services professional perform diagnostic tests to identify the root cause of the problem. Our technicians are experienced at diagnosing all types of washer failures.
What to look out for with a washer won't stop filling diagnosis
Diagnosing modern appliances without proper knowledge and training can be difficult. Without using proper diagnostic techniques, fixing your washer problem will only be achieved through changing parts on a hunch. Appliances, especially in the last 10 years, have become extremely advanced, and many models have electronic parts that are difficult to test. DIY repairs on the latest appliance models are becoming increasingly difficult.
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Glossary Terms
Hard water is water that contains high levels of dissolved minerals, particularly calcium and magnesium. It contrasts with soft water, which has lower concentrations of these minerals.
A washing machine pedestal is a platform that raises the washer off the ground, providing easier access to the appliances and often includes additional storage space such as drawers.
A washer tub is the interior part of a washing machine where clothes are placed for washing, typically made of stainless steel, plastic, or porcelain-coated metal, designed to hold water and withstand the agitation or spinning during the wash cycle.
Fabric softener is a laundry additive used to soften and freshen clothing, reduce static cling, and make fabrics feel smoother.
Additional possible Whirlpool washer symptoms you may experience
- Whirlpool washer burning smell
- Whirlpool washer cold water not working
- Whirlpool washer control lock won't turn off
- Whirlpool washer leaking from bottom
- Whirlpool washer making loud banging noise on spin cycle
- Whirlpool washer no power
- Whirlpool washer no water
- Whirlpool washer noisy
- Whirlpool washer not agitating
- Whirlpool washer not draining
- Whirlpool washer not filling
- Whirlpool washer not finishing the cycle
- Whirlpool washer not rinsing
- Whirlpool washer not sensing
- Whirlpool washer not spinning
- Whirlpool washer not starting
- Whirlpool washer not turning on
- Whirlpool washer not working
- Whirlpool washer rinse cycle not working
- Whirlpool washer vibrates
- Whirlpool washer won't start cycle
- Whirlpool washer won't turn off
- Whirlpool washer won't spin or drain