Customer Questions and Answers for Water Inlet Valve by Whirlpool

The Water Inlet Valve is an OEM replacement part for Whirlpool dishwashers. The water inlet valve is responsible for regulating the flow of water into the dishwasher. It is connected to the main water supply and opens and closes as needed to allow water to enter the appliance at the appropriate time and in the correct quantity. 

Causes of a bad Water Inlet Valve can include mineral deposits that clog the valve, a failure in the valve's solenoid, or wear and tear over time that affects the valve's ability to open and close properly.

Symptoms of a bad Water Inlet Valve include:

• Dishwasher not filling with water
• Water filling too slowly or too quickly
• Water leaking from the dishwasher
• Unusual noises during the fill cycle

This OEM Whirlpool part can also be used on Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore/Sears brand appliances.

Note: The white plug connector can be disconnected to allow for connection of the dishwasher wiring if needed.