Fisher & Paykel Diverter Valve Fix, part 1: Analysis

Fisher & Paykel clothes washer will not go past wash cycle and does not seem to be draining properly. In part 1 of this series we'll analyze the problem and find the "hidden manual." See part 2 when we take out the diverter valve. In part 3 we check our work.

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• fisher
• paykel
• washing
• machine
• clothes
• washer
• maintenance
• pump
• valve

[afmargetts]

Exactly what I needed - Removed nylon ti-wrap from inside valve & Hey Presto - BTW just what is the purpose of that valve? Or better still where could I find a wiring diag? Once again Thanks!

[vibrantjourney]

@afmargetts Good luck finding a wiring diagram, they don't even share the manual in the video. The diverter valve simply diverts water the the appropriate place, either the drain or back into the tub depending on what cycle the machine is in.

[Shadkosmom]

I registered on YouTube just to comment on your video. Thank you so much! You saved us the cost of a repair man. Our diverter valve was packed with the old rubber backing from a rug we washed. Four days without a washer and a trip to the laundramat motivated me to check out your videos. You did a great job analyzing and fixing your washer with one hand on the video camera. You are a blessing and please know your kind heart has helped so many people. Sorry about your comforter. 

[vibrantjourney]

@Shadkosmom Thanks for the kind note. I tell ya, I don't miss those days going to a laundromat.

[Therighton123]

Thanks for the video you saved me the cost of a repair man. My leak was from the stuck diverter valve just as you show in the video.

Do you have a Paypal account that I can send some money to, as after all, you were the repair man! 

[vibrantjourney]

@Therighton123 My gift to you. Enjoy the savings.

[DJVano7]

hey i am working on the same washer that is in the video, can you give me the part number for that diverter valve?

[itsame32]

omg am having exact same problem!! thank you

[vibrantjourney]

@snssullivan Sorry, I can't. You should let F&P know how helpful it would be for them to post the manual on their website.

[vibrantjourney]

@gcat4u Thanks much.