Won't Fill
Admiral · ATW4516MW HE Washer 4.3 cu ft High Efficiency Top Load Washer with Deep Fill and Dual Action Agitator
The washer does not fill with water when the cycle begins, or fills only with hot or cold water (not both). The water inlet valve has two solenoids (hot and cold) that can fail electrically or mechanically. Test each solenoid coil with a multimeter — they should read approximately 1000 ohms. Check the small inlet screens at the garden hose connections on the back of the valve — sediment and mineral deposits clog these screens, restricting water flow. Remove the hoses and clean or replace the screens. Also verify that both supply faucets behind the washer are fully open.
Error Won't Fill on the Admiral ATW4516MW HE Washer 4.3 cu ft High Efficiency Top Load Washer with Deep Fill and Dual Action Agitator means: Washer Not Filling With Water. The top-ranked community fix is “Test and Replace Water Inlet Valve Solenoids” (medium difficulty, ~45 min, DIY cost: $15-$25). 2 community-ranked fixes available below.
Published February 2026 · 2 fixes · washer
Content is based on manufacturer service documentation, community repair experience, and OEM technical bulletins. Always verify with your owner's manual.Learn about our editorial standards.
While many washer repairs can be done safely at home, consider hiring a qualified technician if:
Average professional repair cost for this issue: $110-$160.
Excessive Vibration and Walking During Spin
Water Leaking From Bottom of Washer
Loud Banging or Grinding Noise During Operation
Washer Overflows — Water Will Not Stop Filling
Timer Will Not Advance — Stuck on One Cycle
Agitator Not Moving During Wash Cycle
Water Not Draining From Tub
Clothes Soaking Wet After Wash — No Spin
The Admiral ATW4516MW HE Washer 4.3 cu ft High Efficiency Top Load Washer with Deep Fill and Dual Action Agitator has 8 other known error codes:
Error code Won't Fill also appears on 1 other Admiral model:
Ad Space — banner
Replace ADSENSE_PUBLISHER_ID in AdUnit.tsx