Timothy P Riverside , CA May 16, 2015 Appliance: Whirlpool Washer WTW4910XQ3 Faulty water level switch FIRST I UNPLUGGED THE WASHER FROM THE WALL SOURCE OF ELECTRICITY!! After assessing the water levels at different settings were very low, I determined the Switch/Sensor was perhaps defective. I first removed the console to access the switch, removed the switch and found the diaphragm mechanism/plunger to be very sticky in terms of its movement. Because it is plastic, I sprayed a very small amount Armor All on it to lubricate it, which did free it up, however when I replaced it and tested the machine again, it was apparent that the switch was indeed a bad switch. The diaphragm mechanism was probably not sealing the air pressure needed to regulate water input, and consequently the levels were too low for adequate operation. I placed an order for a replacement switch assembly and received it in just 3 days. One thing that came to mind when I pulled the part from the box, the old part sounded as though something was loose inside, and the new part did not make that sound. Obviously something broke down that compromised its function, so I replaced it with the new one. The main console comes off by removing screws from the back of the machine (5), then you put your hand inside the lid and push on the springoaded keepers, one on each side, and the consol is free. The removal of the old switch was very simple. There is a very small tab underneath the switch that locks into the mount plate on the console. After unplugging the electrical source from it, and removing the small pressure hose from it, I simply pried up on the switch very very lightly where the notch is, and twisted the switch counter clockwise, which released it from the console plate. The new switch just twisted right in, the notch snapped into place, I plugged the electrical source in, attached the pressure hose, and put the console back in its place, assembling as it was disassembled. Read More... 4 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 15-30 minutes Tools: Nut Drivers, Screwdrivers
John P Marlton , NJ December 21, 2014 Appliance: Model DO'T KNOW, I JUST READ THE PART NUMBER. Washing machine overflow The diaphragm valve stuck long enough to cause an overflow. This isn't something to take a chance on ,so I ordered a new one. Read More... 2 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 30-60 minutes Tools: Pliers, Screwdrivers
John C Santee , CA August 10, 2014 Bad water level switch Replaced switch Read More... Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: Less than 15 minutes Tools: Nut Drivers, Pliers