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Why is my washer just sensing and not washing?

Asked by Anonymous Oct 03, 2026 6 views 1 answers
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Answered Oct 06, 2026
When a modern high-efficiency washing machine gets stuck continuously on the "Sensing" status phase without transitioning into washing, it is typically caused by a stuck lid switch, a clogged water inlet valve screen, or low water supply pressure. High-efficiency washers must sense the weight of the laundry and fill with a precise amount of water before locking the lid and starting agitation; if water fails to enter or the lid switch fails, the cycle stalls. You can troubleshoot water supply easily by checking the wall valves. You can verify that your corrective action is successful when resetting power, cleaning water inlet screens, or securing the lid latch allows the machine to stop sensing and start washing.
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