My washing machine fills with hot water, but not with cold. The cold water barely trickles out, what is WRONG!!

If this is a Whirlpool manufactured top loader (such as Kenmore), this is commonly caused by a water inlet valve that is going bad or clogged with sediment. The inlet valve has two separate electronically controlled solenoids. One is for hot water, one is for cold. If the cold water side is failing, a typical symptom is what you are experiencing. This is a very simple and inexpensive repair. The following link epxlains how you can access and/or replace the inlet valve:

http://www.fixya.com/support/r3575881-replacing_water_inlet_valve_on_whirlpool

If you live in an area that has hard water, or if you use well water, hard water deposits and sediment can clog these valves over time. You can attempt to clean the water inlet by removing the valve assembly and submerging it in a 50/50 solution of distilled vinegar and hot water. Do not submerge the electronic solenoid connections, just the valve ports. This can often free up any sediment and restore the valve to operation. However, if you are going to go the route of removing the valve, it may make better sense to just go ahead and replace it. The average price is about $30 - $40.

You can purchase replacement parts (if required) at any of the following websites:

searspartsdirect.com
pcappliancerepair.com
appliancepartspros.com
repairclinic.com

Prices vary between these sites, so shop and compare.

If you have any questions about this repair, please post back with your complete model number (located on a nameplate along the wash tub rim under the lid) so that I may be able to provide you with better assistance. I hope you find this helpful.

CHECK TO SCREENS ON THE INTAKE VALVE SOMETIMES YOU CAN CLEAN THEM. IF YOUR WATER PRESSURE TO YOUR MACHINE IS GOOD AND THE SCREENS ARE CLEAR YOU NEED A NEW MIXING VALVE.

If you need further help, I’m available over the phone at https://www.6ya.com/expert/dude_653d05454b389bba