Problem

This Maytag front-load washer in Moraga kept showing a Lo FL error. The owner had already reset it, cleaned the filters where the water hoses connect and tested the hoses. The error kept coming back.

What we found

At the diagnostic visit the display showed Lo. Lo FL (F8E1) points to a water fill problem. The hot water inlet valve was stuck in the closed position, so hot water could not enter the drum.

The repair

The owner approved the repair, and we came back with a new hot water inlet valve. We removed the top panel and replaced the valve.

After the work

If Lo FL keeps coming back after you’ve cleaned the hose screens and checked the hoses, the next suspect is an inlet valve inside the washer. That part needs a technician.

Maytag washer with its top panel removed during the inlet valve replacement

Inlet valve block at the back of the washer with the supply hose ports open