What would cause cold water pressure for washer to run for 5 seconds then go dry Cold?

Question

Cold water works fine in the rest of the house.

Answer 1

If cleaning the screen as suggested in the previous answer does not work hook a garden hose up to the cold water valve and let it run. If the water does not stop, the problem is in you washer and you need a repair man. If the does stop, the problem is with your cold water valve and will need to be repaired or replaced.