At first it was intermittent, and just fiddling with the knobs a few times would get it to fill. Now, it doesn't fill at all. In fact, it starts agitating right away. I assume this means that there is something wrong with the water level sensor? Any suggestions are appreciated.

Thanks!

Took the cabinet off, but not sure what I'm looking at... I see a clear tube right side in the back (if looking at the unit from the front)... hmm. a little help?

Hi,

When you move your water level knob to reset does it start filling with water?

If so, then the problem is in your water level switch, here's the cheapest one I found for your model:
Manufacturer's Number: 3366847

3366847


Jake

Adjusting the water level knob has no effect, it won't fill no matter what settings are selected. It immediately starts agitating when it's turned on.

What is the part that actually detects the water level? Perhaps that's what has gone bad...

The part I linked to above is your water level switch that tells it to put water in then start agitating. But I've also seen the timer do this as well.

Take the clear rubber tube off the water level pressure switch and blow through the nipple on the water level pressure switch and you should hear it click. If no click sound then thats the problem, your water level switch. Then you can order a new one from that link above.

Jake

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I heard something, but definitely not a click. I'm going to replace this part... I'll let you know how it goes.

Thanks!

Ok, sounds good, yes, let us know how it goes.

Jake

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It worked! Awesome! Thanks Jake, you are the man!

Excellent Mike, good job fixing it.

Jake

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the wife was saying, "just buy a new one"... but i'm glad i checked here first. i don't think they make them like they used to anymore, hopefully i'll get some more good years out of this old girl.

thanks jake