My Frigidaire Gallery front loading washer MODEL GLTF2940ESO (possible last digit may be a zero) will begin to fill momentarily and then the entire machine just shuts down and won't do anything.

Would a malfunction of the drain pump cause it to stop/prevent filling...is that what you mean? And would that totally shut down the machine where it wouldn't do any other steps? Would a malfunction of the drain pump cause it to stop/prevent filling...is that what you mean? And would that totally shut down the machine where it wouldn't do any other steps?

If machine senses that drain pump isn't working or is obstructed, then yes it could not advance any further. Same thing goes for water valve letting water into machine, that could also be defective or stopped up. Also make sure door is locking. If machine senses that drain pump isn't working or is obstructed, then yes it could not advance any further. Same thing goes for water valve letting water into machine, that could also be defective or stopped up. Also make sure door is locking.

How do I check the drain pump for obstructions and how do I test the water inlet valve? With your help I will try to check those items aforementioned. The debate around here is cost of replacement parts versus age of machine...manuf in 2005? UGH Drain pump & water valve=$90 each How do I check the drain pump for obstructions and how do I test the water inlet valve? With your help I will try to check those items aforementioned. The debate around here is cost of replacement parts versus age of machine...manuf in 2005? UGH Drain pump & water valve=$90 each