How to Troubleshoot & Replace Whirlpool AP3094541 / 285805 Water Inlet Valve

After some research decided to get a replacement valve. Delivery was very quick, arrived next day after ordering. Had this stackable washer/dryer for many years. If I was going to have to move it and open it up I wanted a valve handy so I would only have to move this thing once even though I suspected the real problem was just dirt. Discovered these hoses do not have screens in them. While I did not have the simpler washer only, viewing the video gave me a clue for access. Removed a couple access panels between the washer and dryer (thereby finally discovering an electrical diagram and operation chart). Saw the heavy clips at the rear as I had seen in the video. Popped those loose, did some careful tugging and wiggling and discovered the differences of removal from the single unit in the video. For the stackable, only the top of the washer enclosure comes off. The sides remain. Basically a straight pull which also unplugs the lid switch line. That connector is at the rear of the top cover. There are 2 plastic guides/vibration dampeners/cushions near the rear. There are 2 plastic "clips" at the front that do similar jobs besides retaining the enclosure top. After disconnecting the water supply and unplugging the unit, I moved it out so I could get at the rear. Removing the top allowed access to the valve at the back from above. Then removed and replaced the old valve with the new one. Two screws from the rear where the supply hose connections are. Video was helpful with details of this step. Both valve assemblies have screens in the inlets. The old one was full of sand and dirt. Might have worked fine after cleaning out but I put in the new valve anyway. Reconnected water lines, put stackable back in approximate position. Slid top cover in place, lightly prying lower edge of dryer to give more space to get cover positioned under rear plastic cushion guides. Front edge goes in gap of plastic clips. Plugged in, tested. Good water flow in all fill/rinse steps now. Finished reassembly and releveled unit. Will be getting screens to put in water lines. Worst parts of the job were moving the unit and cleaning up the spilled water from a supply valve that would not shut off entirely. 

I looked at a lot of the FAQ's and saw plenty of answers by some appliancepartspros team members and found what I needed very quickly and easily. I ordered the part I needed and received it faster than I thought I would and replaced it myself. The repair videos are always spot-on on this site and very helpful. I did exactly what the mechanic did and the part works great. No more dripping. You can save lots of money by doing the small projects yourself, just by following all the steps in the videos. 

I followed the steps showed on your video. It was very easy and it worked like a charm. Wife is happy and I am happier. Thank you Appliance Pros! 

Watched the video on how to get to the part, ordered it and verified it was correct with a live chat, ordered Monday night and it was here by Wednesday afternoon. It was indeed the correct part, put it in according to the video and bingo I'm back in business. No complaints. 

I am a 70 year old woman who lives alone. My top loading washer was not getting any water. After watching how to replace the water intake valve on YouTube I decided I would attempt this repair on my own. I ordered the replacement part and tackled the job. It was not difficult. I followed the video and completed the repair in about 45 minutes. The most difficult part was getting the cabinet back on. I feel that I saved myself allot of money doing the repair myself. Thank you Appliance Parts Pro. 

I discovered that our problem was in the Water Inlet Valve where years of mineral buildup was clogging the Cold Water intake. I found the exact part I was looking for ApplicancePartsPros, it was as simple as entering in my model number. The price was very affordable, the shipping was reasonable (standard shipping). And I received my part within 12 hours, I kid you not. After looking at the repair video on AppliancePartsPros.com, I turned off my hot and cold water, unplugged the machine, took it apart, and then I decided to clean it thoroughly with a white vinegar and water solution. I was able to replace the Water Inlet Valve in a matter of minutes. and reassembled my shimmering white washing machine. After reattaching all of the hoses and making sure they were secure, I plugged the machine in. I set everything up for a cold wash, and my washer gushed forth a stream hyperbolically comparable to Niagara Falls. Our washer works like new! It was a fantastic experience, and I couldn't recommend AppliancePartsPros.com more. What a fantastic operation! Thank you! 

To make sure we were covered on both ends I replaced the inlet water valve which I was not suspect that to be the problem because when I turned the power off the water did quit running in. But the machine is 15yrs old so I not only replaced the inlet water valve but also the pressure switch. Total repair took appx an hour. Very easy repair. I also would like to say that I rec'd the parts much quicker than expected which was a good surprise. 

Found out the valve was not closing on the cold side of the valve from rust buildup. I replaced the valve for 20$ saving myself a new washer. It was only a couple hoses and 2 plugs part is labled hot and cold, and there is one clamp for the hose going to the hot and cold. Anyone can do it, with a basic knowledge of tools. Very happy with the shipping. Just under 2 days from order. Total timewas about 20 minutes. 

Ordered new inlet valve from AP I can't believe how fast of the delivery replacing the old part was very fast and easy but I forgot to plug in one connection 

I started by "Googling" the problem. To my surprise there were lots of responses. From that information I found out the problem was the fill valve. Uh oh, I thought it would be hugely expensive, but I was determined to do it myself and save an expensive service call. Some of the responses were YouTube videos that even showed me how to remove the cabinet from the washer and put it back together.. I then was able, with the help of a chat person from AppliancePartsPros.com, to locate the exact part. That was my biggest worry that I couldn't find the part for my 24 year old washer. I gave him the model number off my washer and in a minute he found the part. Two days later I had the part in my hand and installed it and reassembled the washer in less than an hour. The washer fills faster than ever. Thus with Google, YouTube and a $16 part from AppliancePartsPros.com I did it myself. What I thought was a complicated process was actually quite easy to do. Thanks! And my wife thanks you too.