Washer Tub Fills With Water When Washer is Not On

My Kenmore has been working fine for over 1 year. Now, when the washer is idle and not in use, the tub fills with water and gone unnoticed overnight, flooded the laundry room and adjacent hallway. When we checked inside the washer, it was still half full of water. It drains normally and washes normally. Any ideas? Thanks

Patty Fowler Jan 22, 2007

It is Kemore Elite HT3 It is Kemore Elite HT3
wtplvr1 Jan 17, 2009

Our washer is doing the same thing now. its a Kenmore Elite HE3 model # 110.45872.400.

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Dtfpaf, you need to replace the water inlet valve. Easy job, post the model number and we'll get you a part number...Catriver post back.

Posted on Jan 21, 2007

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