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My washer doesn't fill with water at the beginning of a cycle. And when it does after random manipulations of the water level switch, temp switch and timer, it would cycle to the rinse portion without any water. I've replaced the following parts in this order: water level switch, water inlet valve and timer. I'm thinking about replacing the temp switch but not confident it will fix the problem. Pls help!
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Wow, this is a mystery as the parts you have replaced should have fixed this.
I assume you checked the tube leading from the basket to the water level switch, but if not check it for any problems and also check where it attached to the tub. The only other thing I can think of is the wiring between the water level switch and the timer, or the wiring to the inlet valves.
With the cabinet off and the machine in the fill part of the cycle use a meter to see if 110-20 volts are getting to the valves. That will confirm that you have an electrical problem.
Sorry not to have a definitive answer.
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Yes, I replaced the tube when I replaced the water level switch. Am I checking for continuity from the water level switch to the timer? And are you also referring to continuity from the water level switch to the water inlet valves? When checking for 110/120V at the water inlet valves, 1) is the washer plugged in? 2) do I touch the terminals of the valve while they're plugged in with the wire harness? 3) any safety concerns with shock? What if I confirm an electrical problem? Replace the wire harness? Thanks!
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Yes, check all the continuity of the wires. You can disconnect the hot water leads (and then the cold water leads) from the valve asembly and then test to see if they are getting voltage when the timer calls for hot or cold water. The current is not strong enough to harm you as long as you do not touch any hot wiring. Just stick your meter leads into the connectors from the timer.
If all checks out I really have no idea what is going on. (and that is not easy to admit).
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