Maytag Washer Water Level Sensor

The washer senses the size of the load and adds the correct amount of water for the load size.

Maytag washer water level sensor.

You may notice during a cycle that the wash load is not completely submerged in water. If the water level seems too low or if the washer does not fill completely auto sensing helps stabilize the amount of water used. Set the water level knob to the auto sensing setting and the washer will fill to a level that ensures the load engages the agitator. As the tub fills the switch cuts off the water flow when the water level inside the tub correlates with the setting for a large regular or small load.

4 8 out of 5 stars 4 ratings. The water level sensor is actually a part of the washing machine s control board but because it has a very important purpose i will treat it like a separate part in this troubleshooting guide. The pressure sensor monitors water levels through a small clear tube that is attached to the bottom of the washer s outer washtub. Your washer may go through a series of small fills to get to the appropriate water level.

Water level switch function. From this point the electronic control will sense the load and determine if additional water is needed. The water level switch sends power from the timer control to the water inlet valve and the temperature switch each time the tub needs to be filled during a wash cycle.