DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the water valve assembly on Electrolux washing machine. The most common reason for replacing the water valve assembly is when the washing machine is overflowing.
All of the information in this water valve assembly replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Electrolux
Tools used: Phillips-head screwdriver or Number two square drive bit, small flat-head screwdriver.
Step-By-Step Instructions1
Electrolux Front-Load Washer - Model EFLS627UTT
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Front-Load Washer Water Valve Assembly Replacement
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Tools & Assistance Needed
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"You will need a Philips-head screwdriver (or a number two square drive bit) and a small flat-head screwdriver for this procedure, and you may need assistance."
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Be sure to unplug the power cord.
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Be sure to shut off the water supply.
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Remove the hot-and-cold water supply lines from the inlet valve ports – be prepared for some water to spill.
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Have an assistant help you to move the appliance away from the wall.
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"Using a Philips-head screwdriver or a number two square drive bit, unthread the rear screws securing the top panel."
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Unthread the screws securing the vibration damper.
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Disconnect the wire connecters from the water valve assembly.
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Unthread the three mounting screws securing the valve.
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"Using a small flat-head screwdriver, depress the tabs to release the valve port bezel."
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Pull the old valve assembly out of the dispenser.
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Prepare the new water valve assembly for installation by transferring the five dispenser valve gaskets from the old assembly to the new one.
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"Insert the inlet ports through the holes in the rear panel, align the valve gaskets with the dispenser and push the assembly into place."
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Thread the three mounting screws.
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Snap the valve port bezel into place.
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Connect the wire connecters.
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Reinstall the vibration damper.
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Realign the top panel and secure it with the screws at the rear.
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Move the appliance back against the wall.
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Attach the hot-and-cold water supply lines to the inlet valve ports.
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Turn the water supply back on and plug the power cord back in.
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Congrats! Your front-load washer is ready for use.