How Do You Replace A Water Valve On A Maytag Washing Machine?
The water valve on the Maytag washing machine control the hot and cold water supply to the washer. Water valves accomplish this through the use of solenoids. When the solenoids become defective it is necessary to replace the water valve. You can replace the water valve on a Maytag washing machine yourself and save money on a service call. Get the model number of your washer and purchase a new Maytag water valve from an appliance repair store. Disconnect the Maytag washing machine power cord from the wall outlet. Slide the washer away from the wall 3 feet so that you can work behind the washer. Turn off the water supply to the Maytag washer. The water shut-off valves are on the spigots coming from the wall. Go behind the washer and place a bucket underneath the water supply hoses where they connect to the Maytag washing machine water valve. Use a pair of pliers to remove the water hoses from the water valve. Place the ends of the water supply hoses inside the bucket to catch any residua
