This water inlet valve attaches the water lines to the back of your appliance. The attaching solenoids on the valve open and close according to the desired temperature, or amount of water needed.
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Replacing your Kenmore Washer Water Inlet Valve
Troubleshooting
This part fixes the following symptoms:
Leaking | No hot or cold water | Water Filling Issues
This part works with the following products:
Washer.
Part# WP8182862 replaces these:
AP6011851, 8182862, WP8182862VP
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Bruce K - April 14, 2022
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Worked as expected.
The only problem is that the part was not exactly the same dimensions. Needed to drill out the existing hole to make it work. Not a big deal, but unexpected.
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Joseph C - March 31, 2022
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Easy repair tool 10 minutes
This part matched our washer 100%
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PETER C - March 25, 2021
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Every part you'll need
I got the exact part that I was looking for within 3 days my washing machine was back up and running and it saved me probably $150.
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Thomas C - January 28, 2021
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Easy out , Easy in !
The part came quickly and thanks to the video , which I watched prior to ordering , I was ready when it arrived . It looked identical to the factory OEM and was easy to install. I pray I won’t need to make any other repairs soon but if I do I know where to turn .
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Carol L - September 15, 2020
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Super easy repair!
I can fix a lot of things but had never even thought about trying to fix a washing
Machine. A quick YouTube search and I saw how easy it would be to fix this. It was extremely easy and probably saved me a lot of money.
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Cindy C - September 8, 2020
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Easy repair. Due in part because of instructions video
Recently received part. Machine is working well
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Marie M - July 25, 2020
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Inlet valve
The part was easy to locate on website and reasonably priced. Arrived in a timely manner
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Aina B - June 25, 2020
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Screw holes didn't line up.
Works great but had to shave off some metal on the back of the washer about a eighth of an inch because the screw holes were off.
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Dennis S - February 6, 2020
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Don't always trust your built in laundry water shutoff
I have a Simmons Industries in the wall water shutoff, which when I was loosening the cold water side at the washing machine, did NOT shut off the water, forcing me to make a hasty trip to the main water shutoff for the house, every thing else went great with the exception of filing out 1 mounting hole. Very minor
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Kyle J - May 23, 2019
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Easy Repair, Worked as expected
I had a tub that was filling with water when not in use. This part was installed in less than 20 minutes and did the trick.
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Water leaking in to tub when off
Replaced faulty part
James from CHERRY VALLEY, IL
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Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
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Pliers, Screw drivers
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Water slowly filling the wash drum and spilling out front of machine
Water was slowly filling the wash tub and spilling out front of machine. Cause was the water inlet valve solenoid was not fully closing.
Turn off water to the machine Unplug machine Pull machine away from the wall Remove the water inlet hoses. At the back-top of the machine remove the three screws holding t
... Read morehe top on. Lift up top from the rear and remove it. Disconnect the hose connected to the water inlet valve. On the outside of the back panel remove the screw holding the water inlet valve. Remove the water inlet valve. Reverse the process to install the new valve
NOTE: in my case the hold in the back panel did not line up with the hole in the new water inlet valve. I drilled another hole.
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Frank from WEST WINDSOR, NJ
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30 - 60 mins
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Nutdriver, Pliers
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Whirlpool front load washer drum filling with water after use.
Followed the installation video instructions. Removed the washer top with a 1/4” nut driver torx bit. Shut off and unhooked the water lines to the washer. Took one screw off of the solenoid valve on the washer back. Removed the water line on the solenoid on the inside with a pair of pliers. Installed the new solenoid in reverse order. It
... Read more took maybe 10 minutes to take off and replace. Very easy to do.
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Donald from PALESTINE, IL
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Less than 15 mins
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Socket set
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Tub filling when power was off due to inlet valve leak.
Followed instructions as shown on repair video at site.
Francisco from DELTONA, FL
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Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
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Pliers, Screw drivers
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Inlet valve was stuck in open position allowing washer to fill with water when not in use.
Removed lid. Took old parts off and replaced with new parts. Also replaced hoses while washer was moved away from wall.
The inlet valve begins to restrict water flow into the washer based on normal calcium buildup. At a certain point, the washer will start giving an F20 error code indicating it is not getting enough water.
This is a straightforward replacement. Move the washer to an area where you can work on it. Unplug the washer from the wall. Turn off the water and disconnect the hot and cold water hoses at the washer. Remove the back of the washer. Slide out the top of the washer. Remove the small hose from the valve to the remainder of the washer. Disc
... Read moreonnect the two control wires to the valve. Replace the valve. Replace the small water hose. Reconnect the wires. Replace the top and back of the washer. Connect the water back up. Plug in and try a test load. The water should flow fast enough to reach the back of the machine.
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Dennis from AUSTIN, TX
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30 - 60 mins
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Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers
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Water filling up in drum when not in use
Took top off with nut driver, disconnected 2 wires , removed one screw holding inlet value. Then I reversed the procedure putting new one on. Maybe 20 min. Of course unplug power and turn off water supplies before starting the job.
Don from Oceana, WV
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15 - 30 mins
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Tub was filling with water while washer was not in use
Shut off water supply, unplug washer. Remove screws on fir the top of washer, remove supply lines for water, lift top of washer off, unclip wires going into outlet value, reclip wires into new part, put parts back into place, secure lid and hoses, turned water supple back on plug in washer and put washer back into place, there you go. Oh,
... Read more one more thing, make sure you check for leaks prior to hut washer back into place. Easy as pie
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Wanda from PIKEVILLE, KY
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Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
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Pliers, Screw drivers
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Water leaking into drum when machine shut off
Shut off water. Unplug electric. Remove top panel. Unhook hoses. Unhook tubing unplug solenoid. Use torx to remove part. Reverse steps to install new part. Replace top panel. Hook up water & electric.
Robert from PALM BCH GDNS, FL
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Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
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Nutdriver, Pliers
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Water was slowly leaking into the washer drum
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robert from Covina, CA
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Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
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Nutdriver
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Paul Barilla
January 29, 2018
After the spin cycle-clothes are removed/tub is dry. After a short period water will flow back into the tub. Drain/spin cycle will remove the water but it will return.
For model number WFW9400SW02
Hi Paul,
Thank you for your question. If there is water leaking into the tub when the washer is not in use, then there is an issue with the water inlet valve and it may need to be replaced. I hope this helps. Thank you and have a great day!
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Bill
December 6, 2017
Kenmore elite washer (mfg. By Whirlpool) fills intermittently with cold water, but hot water fills the machine correctly. Machine wash/rinse cycle won't start until cold water fills the tub to the correct level. I have already replaced the water level switch and hose, but this did not correct the problem. I'm thinking of replacing the water inlet valve with part number #8182862. Does this solution seem plausible?
For model number 110.24994300
Hi Bill, Thank you for the question. Yes, if it is just the cold water that is not filling properly then the valve will need to be replaced. The valve has a cold and hot solenoid and the cold side sounds like it is not opening to allow the water through. Hope this helps!
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Ken Brandt
September 6, 2017
I get a f20 error code every once in a while.Approx once ever 4 days.Could this be a intermittent flow meter? This usually happens when its due to pump out,but not allways.
For model number WFW 9400sw01
Hi Ken,
Thank you for your inquiry. The F20 error code is letting you know that there is a water supply issue. To resolve this issue press pause/cancel 2 times. If this does not help unplug the washer from the electrical outlet for 2 minutes and plug it back in. Try a wash cycle and if the F20 error code appears again you will need to open both the hot and cold water valves all the way to see if this fixes the issue. Also make certain the hoses are connected correctly and that there are no obstructions in them. Also clean the filters on the water inlet valve. If you have tried all this and it does not help you may need to replace the water inlet valve. I hope this helps. Thank you and have a great day!
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Greg
October 28, 2017
Water leaks into washer. Is this inlet valve the correct one?
For model number WFW9200SQ00
Hi Greg,
Thank you for your question. Yes, this is the correct part for your model. Good luck with your repair.
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Albert
December 5, 2017
Fh code is what is displayed, flow meter or water inlet valve?
For model number WHWS01PMT1
Hi Albert, Thank you for the question. Most Frequent Causes for the FH error is no water entering the dishwasher. The most common part to cause this is the Flowmeter. Hope this helps!
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Lorri
March 8, 2019
F20 message comes up after the wash cycle will replacing water inlet valve fix issue?
For model number Wfw9400swo2
Hello Lorri, Thank you for your inquiry. We would recommend checking the following parts to fix your issue: Water inlet valve, Water Level/Pressure Switch, Flowmeter, and Water Level Pressure Switch Hose. Also check the inlet hoses for any restrictions or blocked screens. Hope this helps!
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Staci
July 5, 2019
Hi there my washer continually runs water even when power is off. Plumber said to just get new washer, but that’s extremely expensive. Seems everything i’m reading is it’s the water inlet valve? Would you say this is the issue. Note it actually ran for so long and i was unaware and it ran my well dry. Only way to stop is to turn off water supply. Thanks!!
For model number 110 47086601
Hello Staci, thank you for writing. For this symptom you will want to consider either the Water Inlet Valve part PS11745050, the Flowmeter part PS11748313, or the Water Level/Pressure Switch part PS11755855. We hope this helps.
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Neil
January 31, 2020
When on cold water wash hot water comes out not cold water
For model number WFW9400SW00
Hi Neil. This is most likely a faulty inlet valve. Thank you for your question and good luck with your repair.
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Nnam
June 24, 2021
I have a Kenmore front loader washing machine. It just started giving an FH error.
Please what will be my best repair option and part?
Thanks.
For model number 45081404
Hi Nnam,
Thank you for your question. If the washer control does not sense water coming into the washer within 30 seconds of the fill valves opening, the FH error code will appear. Resetting the washer may remove the code. If your washer has a pause/cancel button, press it twice to cancel the wash cycle and then unplug it. With the washer unplugged, check the inlet hoses to see if the screens are clogged and check the both the hot and cold water water inlet hoses to see if they are kinked. You should also check the drain hose to make sure it is not down too far in the stand pipe. Also, make sure that the faucets are completely turned on. Once you have done this, plug the washer back in and select a wash cycle. If the FH error code reappears, then depending on your model, you may have an issue with the pressure switch, the sensor, the wiring or the electronic control board. We hope this helps! If you have any questions, please let us know.
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Terry
July 2, 2021
Kenmore elite he 4t. Just a tip. The washer seemed to be filling with to much water causing a fault. Went through the typical possibilities for error f h. Water valve, flow meter and water level pressure switch and hose and everything looked good. Just happened to think of checking the boot and there i found the problem. Lint and small socks were logged under the boot preventing water from draining except when the tub was spinning.
For model number 11045986404
Hi Terry,
Thank you for contacting us and for letting us know. We are happy to hear that you were able to resolve this issue. Sometimes clothing can get stuck in the grooves of the bellow or door boot seal and cause this problem. It is important to clean and check the bellow regularly for signs of wear or damage. If you have any questions, please let us know.
