Error Code: LO FL Difficulty: Hard
Problem: Low Flow of Water
How to Fix LO FL Error (Step-by-Step)
- Unplug the washer from the power outlet and turn off both the hot and cold water supplies.
- Place a towel behind the washer to catch any residual water and carefully disconnect the hot and cold water hoses from the back of the machine.
- Remove the screws holding the top panel of the washer in place and slide the panel off to access the water inlet valve.
- Take note of the wire harness connections and then disconnect them from the valve solenoids.
- Remove the screws securing the old water inlet valve to the washer’s frame and lift it out.
- Install the new water inlet valve (Part W11210459), making sure to secure it with the mounting screws.
- Reconnect the wire harnesses to the new valve, reattach the water hoses securely, and turn the water supply back on before plugging the washer in and testing.
- Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.
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- ✓Appliance over 8-10 years old
- ✓Repair cost over 50% of replacement
- ✓Multiple recent breakdowns
- ✓Major component failure
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