Lately our washing machine has been overflowing while filling and not cutting out when reaching the correct level. We have also noticed that the lint collector inside the spin shaft has not been collecting any lint lately. I am not sure if these two things are related. If you could help out that would be great as we need to wash some diapers.

Colin Anker, July 2012

Over filling. Start by checking the water inlet valve is shutting off ok. Start the fill process, then while water is flowing in press the pause and water flow should stop quickly. If it continues to flow or hesitates for a few seconds before shutting off, the valve is faulty and should be replaced. Try that 3 or 4 times to be sure. If valve is ok then check the rubber air hose which goes from the r.h. side at rear of bowl up to the control panel. Take the back panel off. Check the length of it for holes. It may of been rubbing on the cabinet. Air is pushed up that tube while it is filling. The increase in air pressure tells the machine when to stop filling. So you want to make sure it is air tight and no leaks.

Lincoln Appliance NZ, July 2012