Amana Washing Machine: not stopping filling with water

Professional Repair Guide

What is this symptom?

If your Amana washing machine is not stopping filling with water, it may lead to potential overfilling and flooding. This issue can arise during the fill cycle or persist until manually stopped, often caused by a faulty water inlet valve, a defective water level sensor, or improper drain hose installation. Addressing this issue promptly is crucial to prevent water damage.

Urgency: High

Important Tips for Amana Models

  • Official Amana guidance notes siphoning from incorrectly installed drain hose can look like continuous filling; ensure drain hose and standpipe meet installation requirements

Possible Causes

Faulty water inlet valve stuck open

How to Identify: Water continues to enter even when the machine should stop filling; turning off power doesn’t stop flow; visual inspection may show valve stuck or debris present in screens.

Part: Water inlet valve (solenoid valve)

Defective water level sensor or pressure switch

How to Identify: Machine doesn’t detect correct water level and continues filling; pressure hose may be kinked, disconnected, clogged, or cracked; float/pressure switch fails continuity tests. (Asurion

Part: Water level sensor/pressure switch and pressure hose

Improper drain hose installation causing siphon effect

How to Identify: Water appears to fill continuously due to it siphoning out and being refilled; drain hose inserted too far into standpipe or standpipe too low. (Product Help | Amana

Part: Drain hose/standpipe

Control board or timer malfunction

How to Identify: No issues found with inlet valve, pressure switch, or hoses; error codes may appear; unpredictable filling behavior.

Part: Main control board/timer

DIY Solutions

Clean or replace the water inlet valve filters

Moderate 20-40 minutes
Tools Needed: screwdriver, bucket
  1. Turn off power and water supply to the washer.
  2. Disconnect the water hoses at the back and place hoses into bucket.
  3. Remove any mesh filters/screens from valve and rinse out debris.
  4. Reconnect hoses and water; test washer.
  5. If cleaning doesn’t work and valve is visibly faulty, replace with correct Amana inlet valve part.
⚠️ Safety First: Always disconnect power and water before working on appliance

Inspect and clear the pressure hose/replace pressure switch

Moderate To Advanced 30-60 minutes
Tools Needed: screwdriver, multimeter
  1. Unplug washer and access pressure switch and attached hose (behind control panel).
  2. Inspect pressure hose for kinks, cracks, or water inside; replace if damaged.
  3. Blow into hose gently to test; reattach firmly.
  4. Test continuity of pressure switch; replace switch if failing tests.
  5. Reassemble and test washer fill behavior.
⚠️ Safety First: Electrical safety when testing with multimeter

Correct drain hose installation to prevent siphoning

Easy 10-15 minutes
  1. Ensure the drain hose is positioned per Amana specs: not extending more than recommended into standpipe.
  2. Check standpipe height is above minimum.
  3. Ensure a proper U-shape hook/air gap exists to prevent siphoning.
  4. Test washer for normal fill behaviour.

Professional Repairs

Replace water inlet valve assembly

Estimated Cost: $40 - $150 for part

Replace pressure switch or control board

Estimated Cost: $80 - $300

When to Call a Professional

If after DIY checks machine still overfills
If pressure switch or control board failure is suspected
If electrical diagnosis is required

Preventive Maintenance

  • Clean inlet valve screens periodically: Debris buildup causing valve sticking
    Frequency: annually
  • Check drain hose placement: Siphon effect misinterpreted as continuous filling
    Frequency: when installing or moving washer

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is my Amana Washing Machine not stopping filling with water?
Common causes include a faulty water inlet valve, defective water level sensor, or improper drain hose installation.
How do I fix Amana Washing Machine not stopping filling with water myself?
You can clean or replace the water inlet valve filters, inspect the pressure hose, or correct the drain hose installation.
How much does it cost to fix not stopping filling with water?
Professional repairs can range from $40 to $300 depending on whether you need to replace the water inlet valve or pressure switch.
When should I call a technician for not stopping filling with water?
If DIY solutions don't resolve the issue or if you're uncomfortable with repairs, it's best to call a technician immediately.

References & Sources

Community Analytical Insights

Analysis based on real user discussions from appliance repair communities

Can I Fix This Myself?

65%
DIY Success Rate Difficulty: Either

Common Issues Reported by Users

  • Faulty water level switch
  • Clogged or kinked water inlet hose
  • Defective inlet valve

User Suggested Solutions

  1. Check and replace the water level switch. Unplug the machine, locate the water level switch (usually found near the control panel), and test it with a multimeter. If it's faulty, replace it with a new one.

  2. Inspect the water inlet hose for kinks or clogs. Disconnect the hose from the back of the machine and check for blockages. If kinked, straighten it out; if clogged, clean or replace the hose.

  3. Test and replace the inlet valve if necessary. Turn off the water supply, disconnect the hoses, and remove the valve. Test it with a multimeter; if it does not show continuity, replace it with a new valve.

Analysis based on 1 community discussions
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  1. Amana washing machine W10420397

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