The drain pump empties the tub before the spin cycle. A blocked pump or a failed motor leaves standing water and stops the cycle, and the machine will not spin while water remains.
Appliance part
Washer Water Inlet Valve
The inlet valve controls hot and cold fill.
A clogged screen slows the fill; a failed solenoid lets the washer overfill or not fill at all
Check the screens first, since they cost nothing to clean.
Symptoms of a failed washer water inlet valve
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Washer overfills
- Water dribbles into the drum when off
Fitment
Valves differ by the number of outlets and coil voltage; match the model.
Before you buy
Confirm the model and serial plate before ordering — two parts can look identical and still not fit. If you would rather not fit it yourself, request a repair quote and we will route it to an independent technician.
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