Washing Machine Water Level Sensor Not Working

Do not add more water than the washer provides.

Washing machine water level sensor not working.

Inspect the air tube for kinks breaks or damage. There shouldn t be any movement in the front 2 legs once they are set. Too much water overflow detected can be a failed stuck open water valve or blockage in the black air tube which is connected to the water level frequency sensor. The 2 front legs have a leveling mechanism with a lock nut to secure it in place.

The water level switch has three connectors. The washer senses the size of the load and adds the correct amount of water for the load size. The tubing should be securely connected to the bottom of the outer tub and to the bottom of the water level switch. Another thing is if the pressure switch tube is plugged with debris it could also cause the.

The tube should also be free of water. To test the water level frequency sensor outside of the washer. The main board has a water level pressure sensor built into it so it s not sensing properly and needs to be replaced. You may notice during a cycle that the wash load is not completely submerged in water.

Washing machines are designed to be adjusted to the floor surface so that they sit level and do not rock. If you have a washer that is overfilling with water or not filling at all this could be your issue. Disconnect the tube from the sensor and blow air back into the tub to clear obstruction. If the water level seems too low or if the washer does not fill completely auto sensing helps stabilize the amount of water used.

The water level switch is connected to the console with a tube running down into the machine. Adjust each leg to the correct height and tighten the lock to keep the leg from moving. Your washing machine has some internal switches that control various functions and any one of them may go bad and require replacement. If you start a cycle and never open the lid but it goes to the top your main control board is bad.

This is normal and necessary for the clothes to move. It can have problems due to blockage in its pressure hose or it can have an electrical malfunction.