Customer Questions and Answers for Water Inlet Valve Assembly (Washer) by Lg

This water inlet valve assembly regulates the flow of household water into the washer's dispenser and tub. Replacing a sticking or leaking valve restores proper filling during wash and rinse cycles and helps prevent unwanted drips or overfilling. What it does

• Opens and closes electronically to allow water into the machine as commanded by the control
• Directs water through the dispenser for detergent and softener flushing and into the drum
• Typical symptoms of a failed valve include no fill, slow fill, continuous filling, or water seeping into the tub when the washer is off
• Also presents external leaks at the valve body or hose connections

• 1 inlet valve assembly

• Unplug the washer and turn off both water supply valves before starting
• Relieve line pressure and have towels or a shallow pan ready to catch water
• Label or photograph hose and wire locations for accurate reassembly; transfer any mounting hardware from the original if needed
• After installation, reopen water supplies and check all connections for leaks; run a test fill cycle