This detailed guide explains everything you’ll need to know about cold water in washing machines. If you have problems with the cold water in your washing machine, read on…
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Does Cold Water In Washing Machine Kill Germs?
Cold water in washing machine only cleans the clothes. It doesn’t kill any germs. In order to kill the germs in your laundry, you’ll need to run a wash cycle at the highest water temperature.
Cold Water Washing Machine Hose Leaking — Solved
If the cold water hose in your washing machine is leaking, you’ll need to replace it. Here’s how to do this…
Step 1. Turn off the COLD water supply faucet in order to prevent water leakage.
Step 2. Use a pair of pliers to unscrew the two ends of the hoses from port at the back of the machine, and from the water faucet (keep a rag nearby in case water spills out).
Step 3. Take your new washing machine fill hose and connect it to the water supply faucet.
Step 4. Attach the other end to the port at the back of your machine (make sure the hoses is secured properly so water can’t spill out). Turn the water supply back on.
Cold Water In Washing Machine Not Filling — How To Fix
If your washing machine isn’t filling with cold water, here are the problems to check for…
1. Water Supply Is Off
Your washing machine will not be able to fill with cold water if the COLD water supply faucet is turned off.
2. Blocked Inlet Filter
Clean a clogged inlet filter in your washing machine with the following steps…
Step 1. Shut the water supply to your washing machine in order to prevent water leaks.
Step 2. Using your pliers, unscrew the COLD water supply hose from the port at the back of your washing machine (keep a rag nearby to clean up any water spillage).
Step 3. With a pair of needle-nosed pliers, pull out the little mesh filter inside the inlet port at the back of your machine.
Step 4. Take the filter to a sink and use a brush to clean out any dirt that may have gathered on it.
Step 5. Once the filter has been cleaned, push it back into the port. Reconnect the inlet hose to the back of your machine (ensure that the hose is secured properly so water can’t spill out). Turn your washing machine’s water supply back on.
3. Failed Inlet Valve
If your washing machine isn’t filling with cold water, the inlet valve is probably damaged. Here’s how to replace this part…
How To Replace A Failed Top Loader Washing Machine Water Inlet Valve
Replace a damaged inlet valve in your top loader washing machine with the following steps…
Step 1. Disconnect your washing machine from its electrical outlet and turn the water valve off before starting this repair in order to prevent electrocution and water leakage.
Step 2. Use a pair of pliers to unscrew the COLD and HOT water inlet hoses from the ports at the back of your machine (spread a towel under the hoses in case any water spills).
Step 3. With a Philips screwdriver, take out the screws at the back of the machine securing the control panel rear access cover. Pry the cover off the machine using a flat-blade screwdriver and set it aside.
Step 4. Unplug the two wire connectors attached to the inlet valve. Detach the internal tubes from the valve.
Step 5. Use a Philips screwdriver to remove the bolts holding the valve assembly to the cabinet. Take the valve off the machine and discard it.
Step 6. Prepare your new washing machine inlet valve for installation by removing it from its packaging.
Step 7. Mount the new inlet valve assembly on the machine and secure it by applying the bolts with your Philips screwdriver.
Step 8. Attach the tubes to the inlet valve. Plug the solenoid wire connectors into the terminals on the new valve.
Step 9. Snap the control panel rear access cover back onto the machine and apply the screws using your Philips screwdriver.
Step 10. Reattach the COLD and HOT water supply hoses to the ports at the back of your machine (in order to prevent water leaks, ensure that the hoses are secured properly).
Step 11. Plug your washing machine back into its electrical outlet and turn the water supply valve back on. To ensure that the problem has been fixed, try running a wash cycle.
How To Replace A Failed Front Loader Washing Machine Water Inlet Valve
To replace a damaged water inlet valve in your front loader washing machine, take the following steps…
Step 1. Prevent electrocution or water leakage by disconnecting your washing machine from its electrical outlet and turn the water valve off.
Step 2. Use a Philips screwdriver to remove the bolts securing the top panel to the cabinet. Pull the panel backwards about an inch or so, then lift it off the machine.
Step 3. Using a pair of pliers, unscrew the two water supply hoses from the ports at the back of your washing machine (some water will spill out, so ensure that you spread a towel under the hoses).
Step 4. Unplug the solenoid wires connected to the inlet valve assembly (ensure that you note where each connector goes).
Step 5. Use a pair of pliers to squeeze the clamps on the tubes attached to the valve and slide them out of place. Pull the tubes off the valve.
Step 6. Remove the bolts holding the valve assembly to the cabinet using a Philips screwdriver. Pull the inlet valve out of the machine and discard it.
Step 7. Prepare the new inlet valve for installation by removing it from its packaging. Mount the new valve on the cabinet and apply the screws to secure it.
Step 8. Attach the tubes to the new valve and slide the retaining clamps in place. Connect each wire harness into its appropriate terminal on the new water inlet valve.
Step 9. Slide the top panel back onto the cabinet and apply the bolts at the back using your screwdriver.
Step 10. Reconnect the two inlet hoses to the ports at the back of your washing machine (make sure you secure both hoses properly so water won’t leak out).
Step 11. Turn your machine’s water faucet back on and plug the power cord into the electrical outlet. To make sure that the issue has been fixed, try running a rinse cycle.
4. Control Board Error
If your washing machine isn’t filling with cold water, it could be as a result of a control board glitch. Try disconnecting your washing machine from the outlet for about 10 minutes, then plugging it back in.
If this doesn’t fix the issue, you’ll need to replace your washing machine’s control board. Here’s how to do this…
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How To Replace Failed Front Loader Washing Machine Control Board
To replace a failed control board in your front loader washing machine, here are the steps you’ll need to take…
Step 1. In order to prevent any chances of electrocution, make sure your washing machine is disconnected from the electrical outlet before starting this repair.
Step 2. With your Philips screwdriver, remove the screws at the back of your washing machine holding the top panel. Pull the panel backwards a few inches, then lift it off the cabinet.
Step 3. Pull the internal inlet hoses off the tabs on the steam generator. With your Philips screwdriver, remove the screws holding the crossbar to the cabinet.
Step 4. Slide the steam generator sideways. Pull the crossbar and steam generator out of place. Using your Philips screwdriver, take out the screws holding the water pressure switch to the mount on the control board. Set the pressure switch aside.
Step 5. With a pair of needle-nosed pliers, release the wire harness retaining clips.
Step 6. Use your screwdriver to take out the screws holding the control board to the cabinet. Slide the control board side-ways and take it out of the machine.
Step 7. Take the control board cover off by prying the locking tabs. Take note of the positioning of each wire harness connected to the control board and unplug each one.
Step 8. Discard the old control board and remove your new washing machine control board from its packaging.
Step 9. Plug each wire connector into its appropriate terminal on the new control board. Snap the cap onto the new control board.
Step 10. Mount the new control board in the cabinet and apply the screws with your Philips screwdriver.
Step 11. Take out the screws holding your washing machine’s rear access panel using a Philips screwdriver. Take the panel and off the cabinet and set it aside.
Step 12. Push the wire harness retainers back into the holes at the back of your washing machine. Put the rear access panel back on and apply the bolts to secure it.
Step 13. Mount the water pressure switch on the control board and secure it by applying the screw.
Step 14. Slide the steam generator and crossbar back in place and apply the screws to secure.
Step 15. Place the top panel back onto the cabinet and use your Philips screwdriver to apply the screws at the back.
Step 16. Plug your washing machine back into its electrical outlet and ensure that the issue has been fixed by running a rinse cycle.
How To Replace Failed Top Loader Washing Machine Control Board
To change a damaged control board in your top loader washing machine, here are the steps you’ll need to take…
Step 1. Prevent any chance of water leakage by disconnecting your washing machine from its power outlet before starting this repair.
Step 2. With your screwdriver, remove the screws holding the control panel rear access cover. Take the cover off the machine and set it aside.
Step 3. Detach the control board from the mounting tabs and lay it on top of the cabinet face-down.
Step 4. Use your screwdriver to take out the screws holding the control board cover. Pry the cover off the board using a flat-blade screwdriver.
Step 5. Unplug each wire connector from the terminals on the control board (ensure that you note where each wire connector goes).
Step 6. Take out the screws holding the control board to the panel. Lift the board off and discard it.
Step 7. Take your new washing machine control board out of its packaging and mount it onto the control panel. Use your Philips screwdriver to apply the screws.
Step 8. Plug each wire connector into its corresponding terminal on the new control board.
Step 9. Snap the cap onto the new control board and apply the screws to secure it. Lift the control panel assembly and snap it back into the mounts.
Step 10. Snap the rear access cover back onto the control panel and use your screwdriver to apply the bolts.
Step 11. Plug your washing machine back into the electrical outlet and try running a rinse cycle to ensure that everything works properly.
Cold Water Barely Trickling Out Of Washing Machine — How To Fix
If your washing machine fills with cold water very slowly, the fault lies with the water pressure. Make sure you fully open the supply faucet before washing.
If you notice that the water pressure is still low, you’ll need to call a plumber to take a look at your plumbing system.
Note: Please keep in mind that the steps in these repairs will vary a bit depending on the brand of your washing machine.
