The washing machine draws water all the time

If you notice that the machine is constantly collecting water in the tank, while not starting the washing process, this indicates a rather serious breakdown. In no case should you let this happen by chance, you need to look for the cause immediately. If you tighten with the search and elimination of breakdowns, this will lead to failure of the heating element and costly repairs. Read how to quickly solve the problem in this article.

Typical Causes of Failure

If the washing machine system constantly draws water into the tank, this is a “disturbing symptom" that should prompt you to take action. First you need to deal with the question, and what could potentially cause such a problem? First you need to highlight a wide range of problems, and then gradually, as a result of planned actions, narrow this circle. So, typical causes of the malfunction:

• the new washing machine is not connected correctly;
• the tank of the washing machine has lost weight;
• water level sensor (pressure switch) is out of order;
• the inlet valve is broken;
• problem with the electronic control unit.

Note! If the washing machine is new and gives a similar problem - this does not mean that it must be connected incorrectly. It is possible that there is a factory defect and any unit or electrician is faulty in the car.

Description of the causes of malfunctions and solutions

In the event that a brand new, just connected washing machine is constantly collecting water in the tank, the most likely reason is the incorrect connection of the drain hose. Questions beg: why exactly a drain hose, and here it is? In fact, he has a direct relationship to this problem.

If the drainage system of the washing machine is not properly organized, a “siphon effect” may occur. It can lead to the fact that all dirty water from the sewer will pour back into the tank, and to the fact that the water from the tank will constantly pour into the sewer by gravity. In the latter case, no matter how much the machine pumps water into the washing tank, it will immediately pour out through the drain hose. Result: high water consumption, constant operation of the heating element, poor-quality washing of things (if the washing will even start). What to do in this case?

There are two ways to eliminate the siphon effect. Firstly, you can properly connect the washing machine to the sewer by lifting the sewer pipe at least half a meter from the floor. Secondly, can be installed on the drain hose or pipe anti-siphon valve.

Note! It is best to organize the correct connection of the hose to the sewer pipe, since connecting through a non-return valve not only requires additional costs, but also time for its periodic inspection and cleaning.

A leaky tank can cause the process of constant pumping of water into the washing machine. It’s hard not to notice this reason, unless of course your car is equipped with an aqua-stop protection system. Water from a leaky tank will flow to the floor, under the bottom of the machine and if you look at this moment, it will lead to flooding, because the system will again and again give a command to fill the tank to the desired level.

This does not threaten washing machines that are protected from leaks, since in this case the protection system will work, which blocks the flowing water and simultaneously shuts off its supply. We see the elimination of such a problem either in replacing the tank or in repairing it; moreover, it is not always possible to solder a leaky tank. Everything will depend on the material from which it is made.

If the machine constantly draws water - the reason may be in a broken water level sensor. This sensor performs a very important task - it determines the water level in the tank and informs the electronic system of the machine about it.If the sensor is broken, it means that the system will always think that there is not enough water in the tank and you need to collect it. A broken sensor is best replaced completely, but you can try and fix it. Usually the pressure switch breaks:

• membrane - the gum loses its tightness and needs to be replaced with a new one;
• sensor contacts - you need to clean it well, but it is better to replace the contacts;
• sensor tube - if the water level sensor tube is cracked, you will have to change the whole device, fill the cracks with sealant, it does not make much sense.

To replace the pressure switch, you need to get to it. Read more about this in the article on checking the pressostat of the washing machine.

Important! A new pressure switch, even for expensive models of washing machines, is quite cheap, so is it worth the trouble with its repair - buy and put in a new device, there are more chances to successfully deal with the problem.

Another reason that the “washer” is constantly collecting water may be the inlet valve. If this is the case, then the water will flow round the clock into the tank of the washing machine and it does not matter what condition the machine will be on or off. Accordingly, water consumption will increase significantly, water will be wasted even more than if the pressure switch, tank or “siphon effect” became the cause of the breakdown. It is impossible to repair the inlet valve - you need to buy and install a new one.

What to do if the reason for the constant flow of water into the tank lies in the control unit of the washing machine. Experts give unequivocal advice on this matter - contact professionals. Independent inspection, repair and testing of the control unit may lead to breakdown. In this case, expensive repairs can not be avoided, so if you are not a good electronic master, do not engage in amateur performances.

How to find the cause of the malfunction?

How to look for the reason that water constantly enters the tank of the washing machine? There is a procedure developed by experts, which allows, following step by step to find the cause of the problem. Consider it:

1. If the machine has just been connected to the sewer, check how it was done. If the sewer pipe is located near the floor - perhaps the reason is in it.
2. Along with the above steps, check for water under the machine or near a puddle. The washing machine tank may have leaked or the water inlet hose has run out.
3. If the reason is not in the "siphon effect" and not in a leaky tank, then you need to check the inlet valve and pressure switch. To get to them you have to disassemble the washing machine. Read how to do this in the article on disassembling the washing machine.
4. If checking and replacing the intake valve, pressure switch, and their sensors did not solve the problem and the machine draws water again, then the reason is in the electronics. It is necessary to invite a specialist to test the control unit.

Important! If you act carefully, you can armed with a multimeter to ring the exits to the pressure switch and the inlet valve, if the voltage at one of the exits is either absent or very small - consider the problem is found.

To summarize, we note that the washing machine is constantly gaining water - this is considered a completely faulty household appliance, which is dangerous to operate further. You can aggravate the problem and then the machine can be taken to landfill. Start looking for the cause of the breakdown immediately, and everything with your “home assistant” will be fine!