Washer overfills or continues filling with water even when off
Safety Warning
This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.
If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.
Possible Causes
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Immediately turn off both water supply valves and unplug the washer if it is overfilling. Mop up water to prevent damage.
Step-by-step checks:
- 1. Test inlet valves: With the washer unplugged but water turned on, observe if water still flows into the tub. If so, the inlet valve is stuck open and must be replaced.
- 2. Check drain hose height: Ensure the drain hose is at the correct height to prevent siphoning.
- 3. Inspect pressure hose and switch: Clean and reconnect the hose and replace the pressure switch if it does not respond to pressure changes.
When to call a technician: If overfilling persists after valve and pressure system repairs, the control board may be misreading level signals.
Repair Difficulty
Required Part
We may earn a commission from links on this page.