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A failed cold-water solenoid coil prevents the valve from opening, causing the drum to fill too slowly or not at all. Replacing the inlet valve restores full cold-water flow to the tub.
The LO FL (low flow) and F8E1 fault codes are triggered when the control board detects insufficient water entering the drum. A restricted or dead cold-water inlet valve is the most common root cause.
The second solenoid coil routes cold water through the dispenser tray. When that coil fails, water never flushes the softener compartment, leaving residue in the tray at the end of the cycle.
A partially clogged or weakened solenoid causes the valve to chatter rapidly as it struggles to maintain consistent flow, producing a loud, pulsating noise during the fill phase.
Cracked valve housing or deteriorated port seats allow water to drip or spray at the rear of the machine. Installing a new valve with fresh sealing surfaces stops the leak permanently.
💡 Pro Tip: How to Confirm Your Inlet Valve Has Failed
Your part is likely the culprit if you notice any of the following:
⚠️ Washer displays LO FL or F8E1 error code during the fill cycle
⚠️ Drum fills very slowly or not at all, even with good water pressure at the hose
⚠️ Fabric softener or detergent remains in the dispenser tray after the cycle
⚠️ Loud chugging or chattering noise when the washer attempts to fill with cold water
🔍 Quick test: Unplug the washer, shut off the water supply, and use a multimeter set to Rx1 to check each solenoid coil across its terminals. A healthy coil reads roughly 200–500 Ω; an open (OL) or shorted (0 Ω) reading confirms a failed valve — replace it before running another cycle.
📦 What's in the Box
✅ 1× Cold Water Inlet Valve Assembly (120V / 60Hz, dual-coil, 1/2-inch NPT inlet thread) — compatible with W11316256 / W11688995 applications
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