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To test operation of water inlet valve, place the leads of a volt meter across the termina{s of the solenoid in any
fill phase of the operating cycle where the water inlet valve should be energized If the meter indicates tine
voltage, water should flow into the tub If water does not flow into the tub, either the water inlet valve is defective
or the water supply is inadequate Make certain the hot water faucet isfully on If the water supply is not at fault,
the water inlet valve is defective
Sen/zcing
To Clean Operating Parts of the Vaive:
! Remove valve bracket from tub or installation module
2 Remove 4 screws holding solenoid, valve body and bracket together
3 Remove the plunger housing, spring and plunger
4 Check the parts for defects, dirt particles or for formation of lime
5 Check 1o make sure the tiny bleed hoies in the diaphragm are not clogged See Figure 24 Clean bleed holes, if
necessary, using a pin or needte
BLEED HOLES
FIGURE24
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Clean the screen mesh of any rust particles Use running water to remove any large particles; then, complete
the iob by blowing screen clear The screen mesh must be absolutely clean and free of any damage
Check flow washer for wear or damage When reinstalling the flow washer, position i1 in the valve so that
the markings on the washer face the incoming flow of "water.
NOTE
The Timer Controls the Operazton of the Water Inlet Valve and therefore, the amount of water emenng the
machine The Valve should be energzzed for 45 to .90 ._econds depending on model and cycle selected The
float switch will .shut the water off at the proper level The Timer controls the wa[er charge on short fills and
acts as a safety on full water charges
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