If your washing machine doesn’t stop filling with water, you’ve come to the right place. This detailed guide will give you steps on how to fix this issue. So, without wasting any more time, let’s get right to it…
Washing Machine Doesn’t Stop Filling Up With Water — Solved
If your washing machine doesn’t stop filling with water, here are the issues to look for…
1. Water Pressure Is Too High
If your washing machine doesn’t stop filling with water, it could indicate that the water pressure is too high. The water pressure should not exceed 120 PSI in order for your washing machine to work normally. If you notice that the water pressure is very high when filling, close the valve partially.
2. Defective Water Level Sensor
The water level sensor monitors the level of water in the drum and tells them machine when to turn it off. If this part gets damaged, your washing machine will not stop filling. Here’s how to replace this part…
How To Replace The Water Level Sensor In Front Loader Washing Machine
Do the following to replace a damaged water level sensor in your front loader washing machine…
Step 1. In order to prevent any chances of electrocution, we recommend unplugging your washing machine from its power supply before starting this repair.
Step 2. Using a Philips screwdriver, remove the screws at the back of your washing machine securing the top panel. Slide the top panel backwards a few inches and lift it off your washing machine.
Step 3. Disconnect the electrical connector attached to the water level sensor. Use your Philips screwdriver to take out the mounting screw holding level sensor to the washing machine’s cabinet. Disconnect the little hose from the sensor and set the sensor aside.
Step 4. Take your new washing machine water level sensor out of its packaging. Connect the hose to the new sensor. Mount the new sensor on the cabinet and apply the screw to secure it. Connect the electrical connector to the new water level sensor.
Step 5. Slide your washing machine’s top panel back on and apply the screws at the back with your Philips screwdriver to secure it. Plug your washing machine back to its power supply and try running a wash cycle to see if the issue has been fixed.
How To Replace The Water Level Sensor In Top Loader Washing Machine
Do the following to replace a faulty water level sensor in your top loader washing machine…
Step 1. Please make sure to unplug your washing machine from its power supply before starting any repairs in order to prevent any chances of electrocution.
Step 2. Using a Philips screwdriver, remove the screwdriver to take out the six screws at the back of your washing machine holding the control panel rear cover. Pull the cover off the control panel and set it aside.
Step 3. Detach the control housing from your washing machine and lay it on top of the lid. Disconnect the electrical connector attached to the water level sensor. Press the tabs on the sensor to release it from the mount.
Step 4. Take out the screws holding the rear panel of your washing machine with a Philips screwdriver. Pull the panel off the washing machine and set it aside.
Step 5. Press the clamp on the little tube attached to the side of the tub and slide it out of place. Disconnect the water level sensor tube from the drum. Untwist the retainers holding the tube.
Step 6. Open the lid of your washing machine. Insert a putty knife under the main top panel of your washing machine to release the two retaining clips. Lift the main top panel and support it.
Step 7. Cut the retaining wires holding the tube to the other wires. Pull the water level sensor and tube out of your washing machine and set them aside. Take your new water level sensor out of its packaging.
Step 8. Pass the tube of the new sensor through the opening on the main top panel and feed it down the cabinet.
Step 9. Go to the back of your washing machine and connect the new tube to the little port at the side of the tub. Slide the retaining clamp in place to secure it.
Step 10. Lower the main top panel of your washing machine and snap it into place. Close the lid of your washing machine. Snap the new water level sensor into place on the control base and connector to it.
Step 11. Put the rear panel of your washing machine back on and apply the screws with a Philips screwdriver to secure. Lift the control panel housing and snap it back into place on the main top. Put the cover back on and secure it by applying the six screws.
Step 12. Plug your washing machine back to its power outlet and try running a wash cycle to see if the issue has been fixed.
3. Water Inlet Valve Has Failed
The water inlet valve controls the flow of the water into the machine. If it gets damaged, your machine won’t stop filling. Here’s what you’ll need to do to replace a damaged water inlet valve in your washing machine…
How To Change Defective Water Inlet Valve In A Top Loader Washing Machine
Do the following to replace a damaged water inlet valve in your top loader washing machine…
Step 1. It is recommended that you turn off your washing machine’s water supply and unplug the power cord before starting any repairs in order to prevent electrocution or water leakage.
Step 2. Using a Philips screwdriver, take out the six screws holding the rear cover of the control panel housing pull the panel off and set it aside. Detach the control panel from the housing and lay it on top of your washing machine’s lid.
Step 3. Unscrew the two water supply hoses from the inlet ports on your washing machine (it is advised that you keep a rag nearby in case some water spills out of the hoses).
Step 4. Disconnect all the solenoid wire connectors attached to the water inlet valve assembly (make sure you take note of where each connector goes). Use your Philips screwdriver to remove the mounting screws holding the water inlet valve assembly to the machine.
Step 5. Use a pair of pliers to press the clamps on the hoses attached to the water inlet valve assembly and slide them out of place. Disconnect the hoses from the water inlet valve. Set the old valve aside.
Step 6. Take your new washing machine water inlet valve out of its packaging. Put the new valve in place on the control base and apply the screws with your Philips screwdriver to secure it.
Step 7. Connect the hoses to the new water inlet valve assembly and slide the retaining clamps in place to secure it. Connect each electrical connector to its appropriate terminal on the new water inlet valve.
Step 8. Connect the two water supply hoses to the water inlet ports (make sure to secure the connections properly to prevent water leaks). Lift the control panel and snap it into place. Put the rear cover of the control panel back on and apply the six screws with your Philips screwdriver to secure it.
Step 9. Turn on your washing machine’s water supply and plug the power cord back in. Try running a wash cycle to see if the issue has been fixed.
How To Change Defective Water Inlet Valve In A Front Loader Washing Machine
Do the following to replace a damaged water inlet valve in your front loader washing machine…
Step 1. In order to prevent any chances of water leakage or electrocution it is recommended that you turn off the water supply and unplug the power cord before starting this repair.
Step 2. Unscrew the water supply hoses from the inlet ports at the back of your washing machine (make sure you have a rag nearby to clean up any water that may leak out of the hoses).
Step 3. Using your Philips screwdriver, take out the screws at the back of your washing machine holding the top panel. Slide the panel backwards a few inches and lift it off the washing machine.
Step 4. Disconnect all the solenoid wire connector attached to the water inlet valve assembly (make sure you take note of where each connector goes). Use a pair of pliers to press the clamps on the hoses connected to the valve and slide them out of place. Disconnect the hoses from the water inlet valve.
Step 5. Use your Philips screwdriver to remove the two screws at the back of your washing machine holding the valve assembly to the cabinet. Pull the water inlet valve out of your washing machine and set it aside.
Step 6. Take your new water inlet valve assembly out of its packaging. Insert the new valve assembly into the cabinet and apply the two screws at the back of the washing machine to secure it.
Step 7. Connect each hose to its appropriate port on the new water inlet valve assembly. Slide the retaining clamps in place to secure them. Connect each solenoid wire connector to its appropriate terminal on the new valve.
Step 8. Slide your washing machine’s top panel back on and apply the screws at the back to secure it. Reconnect the water supply lines to the inlet ports (in order to prevent any chances of leakage, make sure to properly secure them).
Step 9. Turn on your washing machine’s water supply and plug the power cord back to the power outlet. Try running a wash cycle to see if the issue has been fixed.
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4. Damaged Control Board
If your washing machine’s control board fails, it may get stuck on a fill cycle. Here’s how to replace your washing machine’s control board…
How To Replace Control Board In Front Loader Washing Machine
Do the following to replace a failed control board in your front loader washing machine…
Step 1. Unplug your washing machine from its power outlet before starting any repairs in order to prevent electrocution.
Step 2. Using a Philips screwdriver, remove the screws at the back of your washing machine holding the top panel. Slide the panel back a few inches and lift it off your washing machine.
Step 3. Pull the inlet hoses off the retainers on the steam generator. Use your screwdriver to take out the screws holding the crossbar. Detach the steam generator from the cabinet and set the whole assembly aside.
Step 4. Take out the screw holding the water level sensor from the cabinet and pull the level sensor tube from the retainers. Use a pair of pliers to pull release the control board wire retainers at the back of your washing machine.
Step 5. Use your screwdriver to remove the screws at the back of your washing machine holding the control board assembly. Slide the assembly sideways and pull it out of the washing machine. Disconnect each electrical connector from the control board (make sure to note where each connector goes).
Step 6. Set the old control board aside and take the new one out of its packaging. Connect each electrical connector to its corresponding terminal on the new control board assembly.
Step 7. Insert the new control board into the cabinet and slide it to lock it in place. Apply the screws at the back of the washing machine to secure the new control board.
Step 8. Unscrew the back panel of your washing machine and pull it out. Put the wire retainers of the new control board into the holes at the back of your washing machine.
Step 9. Put the rear panel back on and apply the screws to secure it. Secure the water pressure switch tube in the retainer. Put the water level sensor back into place and apply the screw to secure it.
Step 10. Put the steam generator assembly back into place and apply the screws on the support frame to secure it. Put the top panel of your washing machine back on and apply the screws at the rear to secure.
Step 11. Plug your washing machine back to its power supply and try running a wash cycle to see if the issue has been resolved.
How To Replace Control Board In Top Loader Washing Machine
Here’s what you’ll need to do to replace the control board in your top loader washing machine…
Step 1. Make sure to unplug your washing machine from its power supply before starting this repair in order to prevent electrocution.
Step 2. Remove the six screws at the back of your washing machine holding the rear cover of the control panel. Pull the panel off and set it aside.
Step 3. Detach the control panel from the housing and lay it on the lid of your washing machine. Use a screwdriver to remove the screws holding the control board cover. Pry the cover off and set it aside.
Step 4. Take note of all the connectors attached to the control board and then disconnect them. Use your Philips screwdriver to take out the screws holding the control board to the panel.
Step 5. Use a flat-blade screwdriver to pry the control board off the display and set the board aside. Take your new control board out of its packaging.
Step 6. Snap the new control board onto the display board and apply the screws to secure it. Connect each electrical connector to its appropriate terminal on the new control board. Put the control board cover back on and apply the screws to secure.
Step 7. Lift the control housing and snap it back in place. Put the rear cover of the control panel back on and apply the six screws to secure it. Plug your washing machine back to its power outlet and run a wash cycle to see if the issue has been resolved.
