Amana Washing Machine: not filling with cold water
What is this symptom?
If your Amana washing machine isn't filling with cold water, it may not draw any water, fill only with hot water, or fill very slowly. This issue can stem from a closed cold water supply valve, a kinked hose, or less commonly, a faulty water level pressure switch. Troubleshooting these elements can help restore normal functionality to your machine.
Important Tips for Amana Models
- Amana-specific guides and repair sources emphasize checking water supply valves, inlet valve screens, and common component failures like inlet valve, pressure switch, and temperature selector switch.
Possible Causes
Cold water supply valve closed or kinked hose
How to Identify: Cold water supply valve behind washer not fully open or hose bent/kinked; water flow weak when hose disconnected at wall.
Part: Cold water supply hose/valve
Low household water pressure
How to Identify: Weak water flow from cold water hose when tested directly; pressure below typical household standards.
Part: Household plumbing pressure
Faulty water level pressure switch
How to Identify: Washer stops fill prematurely or does not sense cold water fill; pressure tube may be blocked or sensor defective.
Part: Pressure switch/air tube
DIY Solutions
Check and open cold water supply valve and straighten hoses
- Ensure the cold water supply valve behind the washing machine is fully turned on.
- Inspect the cold water supply hose for kinks or bends preventing flow.
- Straighten any kinks or replace the hose if damaged.
Clean cold water inlet valve screens
- Turn off water supply and unplug washer.
- Disconnect cold water hose from the back of washer.
- Inspect and gently clean the inlet valve screens with a soft brush.
- Reattach hose, turn water back on, and test fill.
Next step
Choose the next step for not filling with cold water
Confirm the diagnosis before ordering. An error code can identify the system involved, but it does not prove that a specific part has failed.
Most relevant component to inspect
Water Supply Hose
Connects your home water valves to the water inlet valve on the appliance.
- Typical part-only price
- $15 - $35
- DIY difficulty
- Easy
- Estimated time
- 10-15 mins
Where can I find the model number?
Check the rating label around the door, lid, frame, rear panel, or inside the appliance cabinet. Use the complete model number, including suffixes.
Verify the complete model and part number on the retailer's compatibility page before ordering.
Other parts options
Check related components first; use model search as a fallback.
Pressure Switch
Detects the water level inside the tub and signals when to start or stop filling.
Model-compatible Washing Machine parts
Enter the complete model number to browse compatible replacement parts. This is a model-based parts search, not a diagnosis that a specific component failed.
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Optional routine care
Maintenance supplies
These products support cleaning or routine upkeep. They are separate from the possible repair components above and are not claimed to fix this error code or symptom.
Washing Machine Cleaner Tablets
Routine tub-cleaning supplies for residue and odor control. They do not repair a mechanical, drainage, or electronic fault.
Braided Washer Inlet Hoses
A maintenance replacement option for visibly worn external fill hoses. Verify thread size, length, and hot/cold connection requirements.
Washer Drain Hose Holder
Helps secure an external drain hose at the standpipe. It does not correct an internal pump or control fault.
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Professional Repairs
Replace cold water inlet valve
Replace temperature selector switch
Check and replace water level pressure switch
When to Call a Professional
Preventive Maintenance
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Inspect and clean inlet valve screens: Clogs that restrict cold water flow
Frequency: every 6–12 months -
Regularly check hoses for kinks or damage: Water flow restriction
Frequency: quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions
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References & Sources
Community Analytical Insights
Guidance from available sources; statistical claims are shown only for samples of at least 10 discussions
Common Issues Reported by Users
- Clogged cold water inlet filter
- Faulty cold water solenoid valve
- Issues with the water supply (e.g., turned off, kinked hose)
User Suggested Solutions
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Check and clean the cold water inlet filter. Turn off the water supply, disconnect the hose, and remove the filter. Clean it under running water and reassemble.
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Test the cold water solenoid valve. Use a multimeter to check for continuity. If there is no continuity, replace the solenoid valve.
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Inspect the water supply line. Ensure that the cold water tap is turned on and that the hose is not kinked or blocked.
Limited-source guidance; percentages and success-rate claims are not shown
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Sources
Data compiled from real discussions on r/appliancerepair and r/Appliances:
Community Discussions
not finishing cycle, cold water tap not working
Considering replacing the control board and testing the water solenoids.
Source: Reddit r/appliancerepair
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