How to repair Washer LG wm3500cw overflowing?

When your washer becomes overflowing, it means that the washer has a problem with the water inlet valve. Try shutting off power to the washer while the machine is filling with water. If the washer continues to fill with water even when it is not getting power, this indicates that the water inlet valve is defective. If the water inlet valve is defective, replace it. It must be replaced, as soon as possible. Today we will help you with instructions for replacing LG wm3500cw water inlet valve.  Let’s start with tools that you need: Phillips screwdriver, slot screwdriver, channel lock, pliers, towel, work gloves. Let’s begin. 

1. Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. Turn off the water supply valves. Wear work gloves to protect your hands.
2. Move the washer so can you remove the fill hoses from the back of the washer. Mark which fill hose goes to the hot connector and which goes to the cold connector. Using channel lock pliers, carefully loosen and remove both hoses. Wipe up water spills with a towel to prevent slipping.
3. Pull the plastic end caps off the sides of the control console. Remove the screws at the base of the control console. Pull the control console slightly forward and then swing it over the top of the back panel.
4. Unplug the wire harness from the lid switch on the top panel. Release the clips that secure the sides of the washer to the back panel. Using a slot screwdriver, pry the clips forward to release the clips from the slots in the top panel. Lift the back of the cabinet and slide the cabinet forward to remove it from the washer frame. Set the cabinet out of the way.
5. Take a picture of the wiring connections or label them so you can reattach them correctly. Pull straight back on the wire harness connectors to detach them from the solenoid coils. Remove the water inlet valve mounting screws and release the valve from the back panel. Using pliers, release the hose clamp from the interior fill hose. Pull the interior fill hose off the water inlet valve. Remove the valve.
6. Install the mounting bracket on the new water inlet valve. Connect the interior fill hose to the new valve and secure it with the hose clamp. Attach the water inlet valve to the back panel using the mounting screws. Connect the wire harness to the new valve.
7. Position the cabinet in front of the washer. Tilt the back of the cabinet up slightly and keep the front lip of the cabinet on the floor. Push the base of the cabinet forward with your foot to position the front lip of the cabinet under the front base of the washer Lower the back of the cabinet so the holes in the back of the cabinet sides connect with the alignment tabs at the back of the sides of the washer base. Reinstall the spring clips at the top of the cabinet. Plug the lid switch wire harness back into the receptacle on the top panel of the washer.
8. Position the control console on the top panel of the washer. Reinstall the mounting screws at the base of the control console. Snap the plastic end caps onto the sides of the control console.
9. Thread the fill hoses onto the matching connections on the back of the washer. Tighten the connections firmly using channel lock pliers; don't overtighten, which could crack the plastic on the inlet valve.
10. Turn on the water supply valves and check for leaks at the wall and the washer. Tighten the connection if it leaks. Plug the washer into the electrical outlet. Return the washer to its original location.

Problem is solved. Now your washer is not overflowing anymore. Make some tests. If you found that the problem is still remaining - don’t hesitate to contact our customer support and arrange a meeting!