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Customer Questions and Answers for Water Valve by Whirlpool

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By: Whirlpool
Part Number: OEM18054681
Manufacturer Part Number: WPW10270395

The Valve is an OEM part for Whirlpool refrigerators. This valve controls the flow of water into the ice maker and water dispenser, ensuring the proper operation of these features.

Causes of a bad fridge valve can include wear and tear over time, mineral deposits clogging the valve, electrical malfunctions, or damage from freezing. Regular use can also lead to the degradation of internal components, impacting the valve's functionality.

Symptoms of a bad valve include:

  • Water dispenser not working
  • Ice maker not producing ice
  • Leaks or water pooling around the valve
  • Unusual noises during water dispensing

This OEM part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore models.

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Debbie, The first thing you will want to do is remove the icemaker and check to make sure that the fill tube is not frozen. If it is frozen then clear the ice and replace the water valve. If it is not frozen then you will need to cycle the icemaker and test to see if there is 120 vac getting to the icemaker solenoid on the valve. If there is not then the icemaker would need to be replaced. If there is then the water valve would need replaced.

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Answered by AppliancePartsPros.com   |   Tuesday, April 12, 2016

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