I am having intermittent problems with my Kenmore Elite H3 washer. Even though I choose cold water, the system seems to select the hot water valve to open. Then at times, the hot water valve does not close and water continues to run. I'm not sure how to tell if this is a computer problem or a valve problem. I don't want to necessarily have to replace all the parts.
I think you are on the right track, it does not make sense for the valve to be the problem as it is opening and closing on command. It's just not getting the right commands at the right times. The wires for the cold and hot valves do not cross and cannot get crossed unless the controller is getting confused.
My money is on the control board which is probably fairly easily replaceable. I'll try to find a part number and maybe a webstore that sells it.
Could you also try to look on the machine for a more specific model number? Look on the back on a tag.
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I agree with the valve being at fault, as it controls the flow of both the hot and cold water and the combination of them for warm water. It is almost certain that it is a faulty/sticking valve. IMHO
Once the valve is removed, you may find debris that is inhibiting it, and a cleaning of the valve may solve your issue.
Hi,
Please read the below steps carefully it will help you fix the problem.
Overflowing Machine
* Turn machine off, with timer dial in off position, make sure you have stopped the flow of water into the machine.
* If the water continues to run, after the above steps, then the mixing valve is stuck open.
* The water should be, at this point, turned off using the shut
off valve at the back, on the wall, or may be located by the washing
sink. Turning the valves clockwise will turn the water off. If all else
fails and you cannot find these valves, turn the water off at the main
shut-off in your home.
* Turn the timer dial to the spin cycle to empty the machine;
leaving the water turned off. If the machine will not empty using the
spin cycle, this is a signal that the pump or belt needs repair and it
is time to call a technician.
* If the machine has emptied from the tub, then turn the
machine off. Turn the water back on. If water starts to run into the
tub before you have turned it on, with the switch, it is a sign that
the mixing valve is not working.
* If water does not run until the switch is turned on to the
cycle to fill the machine, then it appears that the water level switch
is faulty.
* You may be able to un-stick the mixing valve by turning the
machine off and on several times using the timer dial. The valve may
stick again at any time, so use caution, by watching the machine to
make sure it turns water source off at fill level. The "fix" is usually
only short-lived.
Goodluck,
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Check the info from this site to help troubleshooting your appliance.
The valve will only open or close when it receives the commands from the control board.
I would say that the main control board has an intermittent failure if it works sometimes.
Check this site for the correct parts for your appliance.
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Change your valve then
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This washer doesn't have a timer dial. It's a computer card with push button selection.
The difficulty occurs when the machine is running. After I hit "pause" which normally shuts things off, the valve sticks open. I also have problems with the washer choosing HOT water when I select cold, again on the push pad.
That tells me nothing other than oter people have the same problem.
Did you read my question???? I asked if it was a valve problem or the computer board! If I knew it was the valve I WOULD change it but I don't want to waste a bunch of money. Plus, if the washer is selecting HOT water when I choose COLD, how is changing the valve going to help???
The washer is a Kenmore Elite H3. When I select Cold water, it starts to fill with cold then switches to hot. It also sometimes does not shut off the hot water inflow causing an overfill.
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