We decided to load the laundry, but, opening the hatch, found water inside? The equipment does not always warn of a breakdown by an error code, so it remains to find out the causes of the failure. Let’s figure out why the turned-off washing machine is picking up water and what to do about it.
Why does the washer itself take water?
How did liquid turn off in a disconnected technique? There are two options - from the sewer or water supply. It is not difficult to determine this by color and smell. It’s good if you immediately discovered a problem, but it also happens that water enters the machine when the owner is at work. Then you can catch a flood at home. Therefore, experts recommend blocking the inlet valve after each wash.
The Aquastop system will not protect against leakage. The sensor is located in the pan, and water flows directly into the drum, and then spills onto the floor.
What is the cause of the malfunction:
- the inlet valve is broken;
- blockage or incorrect drain connection.
Remember that the warranty does not apply in cases where the user independently connected the equipment to the water supply. Warranty services can be used if the connection was made by a master, after which a leak occurred.
Blockage elimination
Most often, a disconnected machine is filled with liquid from the sewer when the hose is connected to the siphon. In the event of a blockage, the device does not function properly by letting water into the washing tank. Do this:
- Close the inlet valve.
- Disconnect the drain hose.
- Check siphon and remove blockage.
Trash can be removed manually or use special tools. After that, start a short cycle with hot water to clean the drum and check the operation of the washer.
If it’s not a matter of clogging, then make sure the connection is correct. Inspect the communications and make sure the hose is positioned correctly. So that the water does not fill in and does not drain on its own, the end of the hose should be at a distance of 50 cm - 1 m from the floor. Then the pump will function normally and drive the liquid into the sewer.
Replacing the solenoid valve
The inlet or solenoid valve is located immediately behind the water supply hose, in the upper part of the frontal machine. On top-loading models, the part may be located behind the side wall. When the equipment is in the off state, the valve is closed. As soon as the washer starts, current flows to the valve contacts and the damper opens, letting water into the tank.
As soon as the current supply stops, the flap closes and the washing starts. Often valve actuation can be heard as a characteristic click. If the element breaks, the shutter does not work at all. Then, even when the machine is turned off, it takes water.
What to do? First of all, close the inlet valve and de-energize the washer. Expand the technique with the comfortable side toward you. Follow the instructions below:
- Remove the two bolts from the back and remove the top cover from the housing.
- Usually two hoses lead to the valve. On some CMA models, the part is covered by a powder cuvette.
- Unclench collars and disconnect hoses.
- Disconnect the wiring.
- Remove the mounting bolts.
A broken item cannot be repaired. Make sure that the multimeter helps. Attach the tester probes to the valve contacts and look at the scoreboard. The working part will show a result of 3 kOhm.
Pick up a similar part and install in the reverse order. Do not rush to reinstall the machine cover. Turn on the test cycle and check the work of the part in action.
The video shows how to replace the valve:
How to avoid leaks?
Finding a puddle on the floor is unpleasant, especially when you have to pay repair to neighbors. To avoid such situations, do this:
- After each wash, close the inlet valve.
- Use an anti-siphon valve to prevent dirty liquid from entering the drum.
- Install full leakage protection. It includes sensors on the floor that will trigger a leak.
Use proven methods to avoid repeating other people's mistakes. It’s better to take care of security in advance than to eliminate the consequences later.