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LG Washer filling when not in use
When your LG washer is filling with water when off, the most likely cause is a defective water inlet valve. This valve should close when the washer loses power, but a failing valve can allow water to seep into the drum, causing water in the washing machine drum when not in use. Before replacing it, check your home's water pressure. Low water pressure can prevent the water inlet valve from closing fully, especially if a whole-house filter is clogged. If water pressure is adequate, inspect the filter screens in the fill hoses and water inlet valve. Unplug the washer, shut off the hot and cold water supplies, remove the hoses, and clean away any debris from the screens. A clogged screen can interfere with proper valve operation. These checks address common reasons a washer keeps filling with water or a washing machine is filling with water when off. Enter your LG washer's model number to find the exact replacement water inlet valve or other compatible part for your specific washing machine. Repair Clinic also carries LG hoses, filters, control boards, and related washing machine parts for a proper repair.
01 - LG 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 LG washing machine filling with water when it is off?
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