This is the replacement cold water inlet valve for your washer. It is mainly blue in color and has two solenoids. The water inlet valve in your washer connects to the water source and solenoid wires, and ensures the tub has the right amount of water entering it. If your washing machine continues to fill after it is full, or if it fills slowly, you may need to replace this valve. Before you begin this repair, be sure to disconnect the water and power sources from your washer. This part is sold individually and is an authentic OEM part.
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Replacing your Whirlpool Washer Cold Water Valve
Troubleshooting
This part fixes the following symptoms:
Leaking
This part works with the following products:
Washer.
This part works with the following products:
Whirlpool, Maytag, Kenmore.
Part# W11168740 replaces these:
AP6285450, W10240949, W10921514, WPW10240949
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Kenneth J - January 5, 2023
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k j everything worked great
worked great easy install
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Marylou M - April 18, 2022
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Cold water valve replacement
The valve was easy to replace.remove the old valve and install new valve.
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Rene Q - September 2, 2021
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I became the hero for a day, fixed the washer with the right part the first time! Your repair guidance worked perfectly and the part fit like a glove. Thanks for everything, I’ll be saving your site for future repairs!
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Jeff J - August 6, 2020
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Great part and instructions
The part fit perfect and the instructions were a very big help. My appliance is working great now.
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Kurt M - July 31, 2020
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part worked as expecte
This item was an exact replacement and took maybe 10 minutes from start to finish. This was the best route cost wise and repair services will not just replace just one valve, they would of charged me $167.00 for parts. This part came in earlier than I had expected, the cross reference for my washer was spot on and they even have a quick how to video to let the even the Novice do a repair!
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Marion H - June 28, 2020
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Washer repair part.
My son replaced the cold water valve you sent, easy description of repair on line. Saved me quite a lot of money.
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Jason J - February 12, 2020
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Correct part .. easy to install .. washer works like new
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Melanie S - February 11, 2020
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Easy Repair once I found this site!
GREAT tutorial video on how to install this part. Made a potentially complex and very expensive repair a no-brainer. Very happy customer.
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Joey L - May 24, 2019
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Couldn't have been any easier. Simple to order and part came in just a few days.
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Got here quick very easy to put in. Anyone could do it.
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No cold water being put in the washer
Turn off the water. Disconnect both hoses. Remove the plug from the outlet. Remove five screws with a nut driver from the back panel. Remove the back panel. Remove two screws from the cold water valve. Pulled out the old valve. Install new valve with the two screws. Reinstall back panel with the five screws. Reset codes to the washer. Tes
... Read moreted out washer. Works fine.
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Marylou from SOUTH ELGIN, IL
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30 - 60 mins
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Nutdriver
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Cold water valve sensor no good
Took off washer body 6 screws Took off old sensor installed new Very simple and smooth
Robert from STAMFORD, CT
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Very Easy
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Less than 15 mins
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Pliers, Screw drivers
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very low cold water pressure
First problem I found, feed hose has cone screen . this was half clogged with black debris ,from deteriorating feed water hose ,(replace hose).old valve did not have internal filter inside port, but new one did. When removing old valve. lift up out of feed ports. Look for black rubber debris, from tube seals floating in box. You can remov
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Kenneth from CHAPTICO, MD
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Slow water or no water fill, timer not advance.
Took off back, popped off top, replace valve
Russell from AMARILLO, TX
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Water kept running
Safety First unplug unit, close water valves, remove upper panel with a 1/4 inch socket. Remove two screws holding the valve unplug 2 wires and replaced valve with the new one And very impressed with the fast quick delivery of the part thank you very much
Marco from LIPAN, TX
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Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
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Socket set
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COLD WATER WOULD NOT SHUT OFF
Turned off cold water , in plugged the washer, disconnected the HOT and COLD supply to the washer. Removed the screws holding the panel to the upper galf of the back of the washer, in plugged the cold water solenoid valve, removed the two screws holding the cold water valve in place pulled up on the valve to remove it, incereted the new
... Read morevalve in it's place, replaced the hold down screws replaced the electrical plugs, replaced the upprr aluminum covering the top half or the back of the washer, reconnected the water supply lines and turned the water on. check for leaks. Wife said it worked like new.
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Robert L from Pleasanton, CA
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Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
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Socket set
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Roger
November 17, 2019
When the water temperature is set for cold, the water is hot. Any idea what the problem might be?
For model number MVWX655DW1
Hi Roger,
Thank you for your question. The selector switch or water temperature switch selects the water temperature for the wash and/or rinse portions of the cycle. The switch provides a circuit to supply power to the correct solenoids on the water inlet valve. If you do not have power at the solenoids on the water inlet valve, then the temperature selector switch may be at fault. Since you will be removing and testing electrical components, ensure that you unplug your washer before starting.
Remove the selector switch from your appliance in order to test it, you will need to disassemble all or part of your washer’s cabinet to access it. In most models, it is attached to the frame of the washing machine.
You will be testing the buttons on the switch one at a time. Begin by placing the probes on the terminals for one button, your reading should be infinity at this point, press in on the button, this should change your reading to zero, press in on another button, this should change the reading back to infinity.
If the readings you receive are different than those described above, you will need a replacement selector switch. I hope this helps. Thank you and have a great day!
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Kenny
July 10, 2019
One of my problems is cold water flow ,5 percent full flow ,95 percent dribble
For model number wtw5840bwo
Hello Kenny, thank you for your question. If the water is not coming out of the cold water valve at a full capacity the valve should be replaced. The part is PartSelect Number: PS12348073. Please enter the part number into the site for current price and availability. Good luck with your repair!
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J.S
May 20, 2022
I have a continuous drip from the top portion of my washing machine. I removed the panels and appears that the cold water inlet is always leaking. Is that a common issue?
For model number WTW5700XL2
Hello J.S, Thank you for the question. Over time the Valve can become "stuck" open or worn and allow water to leak through. If you need help placing an order, customer service is open 7 days a week. Please feel free to give us a call. We look forward to hearing from you!
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George
August 28, 2019
Water coming into the washer when off. I replaced the cold water valve and the problem resolved for two days but has returned. Do i need to replace the hot water valve as well? Could something else be causing the problem?
For model number MVWX600XW0 MAYTAG BRAVO
Good Day George. Thank you for your question in regards to your unit (Model Number MVWX600XW0). We do apologize but we were not able to locate the information you requested. For more specialized assistance or to speak with someone about this, we recommend calling the manufacturer of the equipment directly. They may be able to provide you with the part number that you need. Once you have this information, please feel free to check back with us for pricing and availability information. Best Regards.
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Frred
December 31, 2021
does not fill to a level that puts water above cloths,very little water
For model number maytag mvwx655dwi
Hello Frred, thank you for your question. It is normal for some of the load to be above the water line in this particular washer. We hope this helps.
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Jim
May 24, 2022
Sometimes, the washer starts it's cycle by itself.
For model number WTW5700XW3
Hello Jim, thank you for your inquiry. We suggest the issue is likely electronically based, so the Electronic Control PS11751502. If you need help placing an order, customer service is open 7 days a week. Please feel free to give us a call. We look forward to hearing from you.
Hi Mike, thank you for reaching out. A faulty Water Inlet Valve can result in the washer filling up by itself, even when not in use. We would recommend replacing it, the part number is PS12348073. Please reach out to customer service if you need help placing an order, anyone will be happy to assist you. We hope that helps.
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