Appliances · high safety risk
Arrange washer inlet-screen service
Have qualified appliance service inspect and clean the fill-hose filter screens at the confirmed model’s interval.
- How often
- Every six months when specified; sooner for slow fill
- Time
- 15 minutes
- Difficulty
- Professional service
- Editorial status
- Published
Before you begin
How to do it
- Confirm the exact washer, manual and previous fill-screen service. The supported Speed Queen guides specify inspection for damage and debris every six months.
- Tell qualified service about slow filling, leaks or screen damage. Earlier attention may be needed; do not wait for the calendar date if a fault appears.
- Have the professional isolate the supplies safely and inspect, clean or replace screens and refit the connections using the model instructions.
- Record the service and next due date. This task does not authorize removal of the inlet screens or replace the separate fill-hose inspection task.
Stop and get help when
- Slow or absent fill
- Leak or damaged connection
- Wet outlet or electrical controls
Use qualified appliance service for water isolation, hose disconnection, screens, damaged valves or unsafe access.
Sources and review
Written by Upkeeping editorial team. Published Upkeeping guidance. Follow your equipment manufacturer’s instructions.