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Kenmore Washer Error Code IE

Water inlet error - correct water level (246) is not reached within 8 minutes after water is supplied or it does not reach the preset water level within 25 minutes.

SourceKenmore Washer - Service Manual: Models 796.4102#90#, 796.4219#90#p. 22, 26

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Check for external causes: water supply shut off, frozen water lines, kinked fill hose, low water pressure. Then check if inlet valve filter is clogged with foreign material.

SourceKenmore Washer - Service Manual: Models 796.4102#90#, 796.4219#90#p. 22, 26

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