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Error Code: Washer Difficulty: Easy
Problem: Long fill error – water not entering washer fast enough or pressure switch fault
How to Fix Washer Error
- Verify both hot/cold water supply valves are fully open and household water pressure is >20 PSI.
- Disconnect fill hoses and check flow rate into bucket (should fill 1 gallon in <15 seconds).
- Clean inlet valve screens by removing hoses and brushing debris from brass fittings.
- Inspect fill hoses for kinks, excessive length (>6 feet), or internal collapse restricting flow.
- Remove top panel and locate pressure switch on right side wall.
- Disconnect pressure hose and blow through it to clear moisture/debris blocking air passage.
- Verify pressure hose connection at air dome on tub isn’t clogged with detergent residue.
- If water flow is adequate but error persists, replace water inlet valve assembly W
- If inlet valve tests good, replace pressure switch W
- After repair, verify washer fills to proper level within 6 minutes on normal cycle.
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Still Not Working?
If the replacement part didn’t fix the issue, you may have a wiring problem or main board failure.
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