Error Code: E70 Difficulty: Moderate
Problem: Cold water is not entering or the control board is not seeing the correct water supply.
How to Fix E70 Error (Step-by-Step)
- Ensure both hot and cold water supply valves are fully open and that the water inlet hoses are not kinked or clogged.
- Unplug the washer from the power source and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.
- Turn off the water supply valves and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.
- Access the water inlet valve at the back of the washer where the hoses connect.
- Disconnect the hoses and the wire harnesses from the valve.
- Remove the screws holding the old valve in place and install the new one.
- Reconnect the wire harnesses and water hoses, then turn the water supply back on and plug in the washer.
- Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.
Verified Compatible Alternatives:
- 124294111 (Water Temperature Sensor)
Still Not Working?
If the replacement part didn’t fix the issue, you may have a wiring problem or main board failure.
Browse all Frigidaire error codes: Frigidaire Error Codes
When It’s Better to Replace Than Repair
Sometimes replacing an appliance makes more financial sense than putting more money into repairs.
Here are a few signs it may be time to shop for a new one:
- ✓Appliance over 8-10 years old
- ✓Repair cost over 50% of replacement
- ✓Multiple recent breakdowns
- ✓Major component failure
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