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• How do I test a water fill valve? -
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FAQ:Laundry Products

• My washer doesn't seem to be able to hold water. What's the problem? -
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Glossary

• FILL VALVE - An electro-mechanical device that opens a valve to allow water to flow. The electric current causes a magnetic field to develop in the solenoid coil which in turn then moves a metallic plunger. The plunger is attached to a diaphragm which opens the valve. May also be called a WATER VALVE or WATER FILL VALVE.
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• WATER VALVE
  An electro-mechanical device that opens a valve to allow water to flow. The electric current causes a magnetic field to develop, in the solenoid coil, which then moves a metallic plunger. The plunger in turn opens the valve. May also be called a FILL VALVE.
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Myths About Appliances:Dishwashers

Myth - A dishwasher pumps in water to fill it up.
Truth - When needed, a water fill valve simply opens to allow the household water pressure fill the machine. The pump is only involved in draining the appliance and washing.
(Added: 16-Oct-2001 Rating: 0 Votes: 0)

Myths About Appliances:Washing Machine

Myth - Washing machines pump water in to fill it up.
Truth - When needed, a water fill valve simply opens, letting the household water pressure fill the machine. The pumps on these machines are only involved in draining the appliance.
(Added: 9-Sep-2000 Rating: 0 Votes: 0)

Service Information

• Repairing an Icemaker Water Valve -
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• Replacing a Washing Machine Mixing Valve - If your washer doesn't fill or continues to fill even when not plugged in, the problem could be a defective water fill valve. Find out how to replace it here.
  (Added: 5-Jun-2000 4023 Hits Rating: 7.34 Votes: 24)