SOURCE: my machine is a 501 smartdrive and is not filling
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Your washer can develop several types of leaks. You can track down a leak based on when it occurs:
During fill only
If the washer leaks only during the fill cycle, check these:
Air-gap
device -The air gap is a small device found on most washers that
prevents the wash water from being siphoned into the household water
supply. It's located either mid-way along or at the end of the black
rubber hose that comes from the water-inlet valve. Often it's made of
translucent plastic. If one of the air-gap components deforms or cracks,
you may need to replace it.
The
tube -There's a rubber tube that runs between the water-inlet valve and
either the air-gap or the inlet spout. If it cracks or breaks, it can
cause a leak.
Inlet
spout -Most washers have a plastic spout near the top of the main
clothes tub that directs the water into the tub. If the spout cracks or
breaks free of its mounting, it can cause a leak.
During drain and spin only
A
washer that leaks only during the spin cycle often has a leak in the
main drain hose. Inspect the entire hose and correct any problem you
find. Alternatively, the steel or plastic outer tubs can rust, split, or
be punctured. This may be most visible during large loads and high
water levels. If this happens, you may have to replace the entire outer
tub--but that may not be an economical repair to make. Consult a
qualified appliance repair technician for further details.
All the time
If the washer leaks all the time, check these:
Hot
and cold water fill hoses - Check the hot and cold water hoses from the
household plumbing. If either hose is leaking, tighten it or replace
it, as appropriate.
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