Maytag Washing Machine: not filling with water

Professional Repair Guide

What is this symptom?

Is your Maytag washing machine not filling with water? This issue can be frustrating, especially when your washer starts a cycle but fails to fill the wash tub. Common causes include blocked water supply, clogged inlet screens, or a faulty water inlet valve. Understanding these issues can help you troubleshoot effectively.

Urgency: Medium

Important Tips for Maytag Models

Maytag official support recommends checking external water supply hoses and valves first for no-fill issues.

Possible Causes

Water supply to machine turned off or blocked

How to Identify: Check that the cold and hot water supply valves to the washer are fully open and that other nearby faucets are delivering water normally.

Part: Household water supply/valve

Clogged inlet screens or filters at water hose connection

How to Identify: Disconnect water hoses and inspect small mesh screens at hose-to-machine connection for debris buildup; reduced or blocked water flow may indicate clogging.

Part: Inlet screens/filters

Activated emergency shutoff (pressure/stop valve) in water hose

How to Identify: No water flow even with open supply; visible plastic pin in hose connection may indicate emergency shutoff triggered; pushing it down while managing pressure can reset.

Part: Emergency stop valve on fill hose

Faulty water inlet valve (solenoid)

How to Identify: No water enters machine but supply and hoses are OK; no clicking or valve activation sounds when cycle starts may indicate inlet valve failure.

Part: Water inlet valve

Water level pressure switch or sensor failure

How to Identify: Machine may not sense water level correctly; can cause refusal to admit water even when supply is available.

Part: Water level pressure switch

DIY Solutions

Verify water supply valves are open and supply is present

Easy 5 minutes

Ensure the washerâ€™s hot and cold water supply valves are fully opened.
Check by turning on a nearby faucet to confirm water flow.
If no water flows at the faucet, resolve household water supply issue first.

⚠️ Safety First: Do not force hoses when tightening; risk of damage.

Clean inlet screens/filters

Moderate 10-20 minutes

Tools Needed: Adjustable wrench, Bucket or towel

Turn off water supply.
Place a bucket/towel under hose connections to catch residual water.
Use a wrench to loosen and remove inlet hoses.
Inspect and clean mesh screens on hose and machine connection with water or brush.
Reattach hoses securely and test wash cycle for water fill.

⚠️ Safety First: Ensure water is off to avoid flooding.

Reset emergency shutoff valve on fill hose

Moderate 10 minutes

Tools Needed: Towel

Turn off water supply.
Disconnect hose at the machine side.
Locate the plastic stop mechanism and gently press to reset (water may spray; use towel).
Reconnect hose and turn on water supply slowly.
Test washer for normal filling.

⚠️ Safety First: Water may spray; protect floor and yourself.

Professional Repairs

Replace water inlet valve assembly

Estimated Cost: $50 - $150

Diagnose and replace pressure switch or sensor

Estimated Cost: $80 - $200

When to Call a Professional

You cannot determine cause after supply and filter checks.

Water inlet valve or internal components are suspected defective.

Electronic control or sensor issues suspected.

Preventive Maintenance

Clean inlet screens periodically: Blockages that restrict water fill
Frequency: every 6 months
Inspect hoses for kinks or damage: Supply restriction due to hose issues
Frequency: monthly visual check

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is my Maytag Washing Machine not filling with water?

Common causes include blocked water supply, clogged inlet screens, or a faulty inlet valve.

How do I fix Maytag Washing Machine not filling with water myself?

Check water supply valves, clean inlet screens, and reset the emergency shutoff.

How much does it cost to fix not filling with water?

Professional repair costs range from $50 to $200 depending on the issue.

When should I call a technician for not filling with water?

If DIY solutions don't resolve the issue, or if you suspect a faulty inlet valve or pressure switch.

References & Sources

Checking the Fill Hoses if the Washer is not Filling Official

Community Analytical Insights

Analysis based on real user discussions from appliance repair communities

Can I Fix This Myself?

100%

DIY Success Rate Difficulty: DIY

Common Issues Reported by Users

Faulty water inlet valve (2 mentions)
Lid switch malfunction (1 mentions)

User Suggested Solutions

Replace the water inlet valve

Success rate: 33.0%
Check the lid switch

Success rate: 33.0%

Analysis based on 2 community discussions
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Data compiled from real discussions on r/appliancerepair and r/Appliances:

Community Discussions

Won’t fill with water. Hot or cold.

Check the water valve and lid switch.

DIY View on Reddit →

F8E1 code coming up, no water coming in during filling stage

Replaced the inlet valve and performed diagnostic mode calibration, which resolved the issue temporarily.