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Samsung Washer filling when not in use
If your Samsung washer is filling with water when off, the water inlet valve is the most likely cause. This valve opens to let water into the tub and must close completely when the cycle ends. If household water pressure is adequate but water continues entering the washer, the valve may be defective and should be replaced. Low water pressure is another common reason a washer keeps filling with water when not in use because the inlet valve may not have enough pressure to shut off fully. Check whether water pressure is low at other faucets, and replace a clogged whole-house filter if needed. Clogged screens in the fill hoses or water inlet valve can also prevent the valve from closing. Unplug the machine, turn off the hot and cold water supplies, remove the hoses, and clean the screens while catching any remaining water in a bucket. Enter your Samsung washer model number to find the exact replacement water inlet valve or other part for your specific washing machine.
01 - Samsung Washing Machine Water Inlet Valve
The water inlet valve opens to allow water to enter the washing machine. If the water inlet valve is defective, the wash may fill slowly or not fill at all. The water inlet valve requires at least 20 psi to function properly. First, check the water pressure to determine that it is adequate. If the water pressure is adequate, replace the water inlet valve.
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02 - Low Water Pressure from House Supply
The water inlet valve requires good water pressure to shut off properly. If the home's water pressure is too low, the valve may not close fully after the power is shut off causing water to leak into the washer when not in use. If you have a whole house filter it may be clogged and the filter needs to be replaced. If the water pressure is low at all the faucets, you may need to call your local water supplier to determine if the water pressure is sufficient.
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03 - Clogged Screens in Fill Hose or Water Inlet Valve
All water valves have filter screens to prevent particles from clogging the valve or stop the valve from closing. For added protection and easier access, some fill hoses may have screens added to the hose washers/gaskets where the fill hose connects to the homes hot or cold shut-off valve. The screens in the water valve and hoses should be checked and cleaned if necessary. Unplug the machine. Turn off the water supply valves. Get a bucket to catch the remaining water in the hoses. Unthread the hoses from your machine and clean any debris from the filter screens.
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Why is my Samsung washer filling with water when it is turned off?
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Can low water pressure cause a washing machine to fill with water when off?
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