This Help Library piece deals with water supply issues such as: “No Water”, “Filling Slowly” and “Not enough water”. Albeit Energy Efficient Top Load Washers operate on way less water than older conventional models, the water supply may require inspection to ensure proper flow to the washer. Minerals in the water can also clog the inlet water filters. Finally, the idea of little water in a top load washer may require some getting used to but, for those insisting on more water, some of these machines feature a WATER PLUS option function.
Filter in water supply hose coupling connecting to rear of washer prevents smooth water flow on account of overabundance of accumulated mineral residue. When filters are blocked, they will interfere with water supply. Shut the water, disconnect the hose from washing machine, remove filters then clean them thoroughly before re-inserting them back into place.
[Pull out filter using long-nose pliers]
[Rust on filter]
[Clean with brush and re-assemble]
Use this option to add extra water to the wash cycle for better wash performance and stain treatment of large items.
Some customers have expressed wishing to add more water to their washing machines. Some washers, albeit far and few between, offer that option simply called WATER PLUS. However, most of them don’t. Alternatively, some washers offer another option called Deep Fill.
Agitator top-loaders submerge dirty loads in water, being the least water efficient using about 25 to 26 gallons to wash an average load producing adequate results.
Automatic load-sensing featured agitator top-loaders scored well in cleaning and good in water-efficiency tests, using 19 gallons to wash a load as it adds the right amount of water based on the weight of the load.
HE top-loader used 13 gallons to wash a load. It scored Excellent in water-efficiency tests and Very Good in cleaning.
As a group, front-loaders are the most water-efficient washing machines tested, scoring Very Good or Excellent in. Tested washing machine scored Excellent, using 7 gallons to wash a load, and did a very good job cleaning.
Source: https://www.consumerreports.org/washing-machines/yes-your-washing-machine-is-using-enough-water/
Sensible Ways to Add Water to Your Washer
Forget about adding water from an outside source. Instead use the washer's settings to increase the amount of water for a load. Front-loaders, HE top-loaders, and some newer agitator washers rely on a load-sensing feature to adjust the amount of water, based on the weight of the load.
You can boost water use with a heavy-soil setting; heavy-duty cycle; bulky-items cycle; extra-rinse option; fabric-softener option; or deep-fill option.
Improve How Well Your Washer Cleans
If you are still not convinced over the washing performance of just enough water in the washer, please consider these tips:
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