If your Amana washing machine sensing light keeps flashing, this guide will give you steps on how to fix this problem…
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Amana Washing Machine Sensing Fill Light Flashing — Solved
If your Amana washing machine sensing fill light is flashing, it means the system hasn’t detected any water in the drum. If your machine isn’t getting any water, here are steps to take…
1. Turn Your Water Supply On
As you already know, your washing machine will not be able to fill with water if the water supply valve is turned off. Ensure that you fully open the water supply before starting a wash cycle.
2. Clean The Inlet Filters
Do the following to clean the inlet filters in your Amana washing machine…
Step 1. Unplug your machine from its power outlet and turn the water supply valve off before starting this repair.
Step 2. Using a pair of pliers, unscrew the two water supply hoses from the ports at the back of your machine (water will spill out).
Step 3. With a pair of needle-nosed pliers, pull out the two mesh filters inside the inlet ports. Take the filters to a sink and clean out any accumulated dirt using a soft brush.
Step 4. Once the filters have been cleaned, put them back into the ports. Reconnect the supply lines to the ports.
Step 5. Plug your machine back into the outlet and turn the water supply back on. Try running a rinse cycle to see if the issue has been fixed.
3. Faulty Water Inlet Valve
If your machine isn’t filling, you may need to replace the inlet valve. Here’s how to do this…
Replacing Damaged Inlet Valve In Amana Front Loader Washing Machine
Take the following steps to replace the inlet valve in your Amana front loader washing machine…
Step 1. In order to prevent water leaks or electrocution, make sure to turn your machine’s water supply off and unplug the power cord from the outlet before starting this repair.
Step 2. With your pliers, disconnect the COLD and HOT water supply lines from the ports at the back of your washing machine (some water will leak out).
Step 3. Use a 1/4 inch nut-driver to remove the screws at the back of your washing machine holding the top panel. Slide the panel backwards about an inch or so, and lift it off the machine.
Step 4. With a Philips screwdriver, remove the screws holding the inlet valve to the cabinet. Pull the valve out of place and disconnect the solenoid wires attached to the valve (make sure to note where each connector goes).
Step 5. Use your pliers to squeeze the clamp on the hose attached to the valve and slide it out of place. Pull the hose off the valve and set the valve aside.
Step 6. Take your new water inlet valve assembly out of its packaging. Connect the hose to the new valve and secure it with the retaining clamp.
Step 7. Plug each solenoid wire into its corresponding terminal on the new valve. Mount the valve on the cabinet and use your Philips screwdriver to apply the screws at the back.
Step 8. Slide the top panel back onto your washing machine and use your 1/4 inch nut-driver to apply the screws.
Step 9. Reattach the water inlet hoses to the ports on your machine (make sure to secure them properly so water can’t leak out).
Step 10. Turn your machine’s water supply back on and plug the power cord into the outlet. Test the washing machine by running a rinse cycle.
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How To Replace Damaged Inlet Valve In Amana Top Loader Washing Machine
Do the following to replace a failed inlet valve in your top loader Amana washing machine…
Step 1. Ensure that your washer is unplugged from the power outlet and the water supply is turned off before starting this repair.
Step 2. Spread a towel on the floor under the inlet hoses to catch any water leaks. Disconnect the COLD and HOT water supply lines from the ports at the back of your machine.
Step 3. Insert a tool such as a putty knife underneath the two bottom corners of the control panel to release the two retaining clips.
Step 4. Lay the control panel on top of the cabinet. Unplug the wire connector of the inlet valve from the control board.
Step 5. Release the spring clamp on the hose connected to the valve and slide it out of place. Pull the hose off the valve.
Step 6. With your Philips screwdriver, remove the screws holding the inlet valve to the cabinet. Pull the valve off the machine and set it aside.
Step 7. Take your new inlet valve assembly out of its packaging and install it in the machine. Secure the new valve by applying the screws.
Step 8. Connect the hose to the new valve and secure it with the spring clamp. Plug the electrical connector of the new valve into the control board.
Step 9. Lift the control panel assembly and snap it back into the cabinet. Reconnect the water supply lines to the ports on your machine.
Step 10. Open the water supply valve and plug the power cord into the outlet. Try running a wash cycle to make sure the problem has been fixed.
4. Failed Pressure Sensor
If your Amana washing machine is stuck on sensing even though the drum is filled, you’ll need to replace the pressure sensor. Here’s how to do this…
Replacing A Damaged Water Level Sensor In Amana Top Loader Washing Machine
To replace your Amana top loader washing machine’s water level sensor, here’s what you’ll need to do…
Step 1. Unplug your machine before starting this repair in order to prevent any chances of electrocution.
Step 2. Insert a putty knife under the lower two corners of the control panel assembly. Lay the control panel on the lid of your machine.
Step 3. Pull the tube off off the pressure sensor. With a flat-blade screwdriver, release the tabs on the sensor. Pull the sensor off the control panel assembly and set it aside.
Step 4. Snap your new water level sensor onto the control panel assembly. Connect the air pressure tube to the new sensor.
Step 5. Lift the control panel assembly and snap it back into the cabinet. Turn your machine’s power supply back on and test the washer by running a wash cycle.
Replacing A Damaged Water Level Sensor In Amana Front Loader Washing Machine
Take the following steps to replace your Amana front loader washing machine’s water level sensor…
Step 1. Prevent electrocution by turning your machine’s power supply off before starting this repair.
Step 2. Using a 1/4 inch nut-driver loosen the screws holding the top panel. Slide the panel backwards about a few inches and lift it off the cabinet.
Step 3. Unplug the wire connector from the water level sensor. Pull the hose off the sensor.
Step 4. Use a flat-blade screwdriver to pry the sensor off the cabinet and set it aside. Take your new water level sensor out of its packaging.
Step 5. Connect the air pressure tube to the new sensor. Snap the sensor into the cabinet and plug the wire connector in.
Step 6. Put the top panel back onto the cabinet and use your nut-driver to apply the screws at the back. Plug the power cord into the outlet and test the washer by running a rinse cycle.
5. Damaged Main Control Board
Another thing that can cause your machine not to detect the water is a failed main control board. Here’s how to replace this part in your washing machine…
Changing Failed Amana Front Loader Washing Machine Main Control Board
Follow the steps below to replace the main control board in your front loader Amana washing machine…
Step 1. Disconnect your washing machine’s power cord from the outlet before starting in order to avoid electrocution.
Step 4. Remove the nuts at the back of the machine holding the top panel using a 1/4 inch nut-driver. Lift the panel off the cabinet.
Step 5. Pry the cap off the control board and unplug all the wires connected to it (ensure that you take note of where each goes).
Step 6. Use a flat-blade screwdriver to pry the control board off the cabinet and set it aside.
Step 7. Take your new washing machine control board and snap it into the cabinet. Plug each connector into its appropriate terminal on the new board.
Step 8. Put the top panel back onto the cabinet and apply the bolts with your nut-driver. Plug your machine into the outlet and make sure the issue has been fixed by running a wash cycle.
Changing Failed Amana Top Loader Washing Machine Main Control Board
Replace a damaged main control board in your Amana top loader washing machine by doing the following…
Step 1. In order to avoid electrocution, make sure your washing machine is unplugged from the outlet before starting this repair.
Step 2. Insert a putty knife under the control panel to release the two locking clips. Detach the panel from the base and lay it on the cabinet.
Step 3. Pull the air pressure hose off the port on the control board. Unplug each wire connector from the control board (make sure to take note of where each connector goes). Use a flat-blade screwdriver to release the wires from the retainer.
Step 4. With a Philips screwdriver, take out the mounting screws holding the board to the control panel. Pull the board off the panel and set it aside (the selector knob will fall off).
Step 5. Mount the new board onto the control panel and apply the screws with your Philips screwdriver to secure it. Plug each wire harness into the appropriate terminal on the new board.
Step 6. Connect the air pressure tube to the port on the control board. Lift the control panel and snap it back into place.
Step 7. Plug your machine back into its power supply and try running a rinse cycle to see if the issue has been fixed.
