For those of you with a Whirlpool washing machine, you probably know the stress, headache, and costs when it you learn that your Whirlpool top-load washer won’t fill up. First make sure that your washing machine from Whirlpool does not have the water valves leaking, or if you have a kink in your water hose. Water is essential for top-load Whirlpool washers to function properly.
If it isn’t filling up with water, then you know that something is wrong with your Whirlpool washer. You can easily check for the problem. Be carefulIf you do this wrongly, your home could become flooded. For information about how to care for your appliance, make sure you consult the owner’s manual.
What To Do When Whirlpool Washing Machine Will Not Fill?
- Make sure the lid is closed completely
- Check that hot and cold water are available.
- Check to see if the fill lines are kinked.
- Verify that the water inlet screens have not become blocked.
To do this correctly, turn off the water. Next, remove the fill hoses and clean your screens. Do not remove them as this could cause flooding. Turn the water on again, and then reinstall the hoses. Check for leaks. If your top-load Whirlpool washer is still not filling with water, it’s time for a repair. Hopefully this information has helped with understanding some of the potential causes for your washing machine that won’t fill with water.