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Clicking behind control panel during fill

Clicking behind control panel during fill — Automatic Temperature Control Valve operation

GE Appliances · Washing Machines

What does Clicking behind control panel during fill mean?

The clicking sound comes from the Automatic Temperature Control Valve as it turns on and off to mix hot and cold water to the desired temperature.

Common Causes

  • Normal operation of the Automatic Temperature Control Valve

Repair Steps & Checklist

Click steps to track your progress.

  1. 1

    This is a normal operating sound and does not indicate a problem.

  2. 2

    To hear and watch videos of normal washer operation, visit http://products.geappliances.com/appliance/gea-support-search-content?contentid=23061.

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Verified technical data. Last updated: April 2026

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Source: GE Appliances Washing Machines
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