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Customer Questions and Answers for Dual Water Inlet Valve by Whirlpool

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Part Number: OEM18018171
Manufacturer Part Number: WP2188542

This dual water valve is an OEM Replacement Part intended for use with Whirlpool refrigerators that feature both a water dispenser and an ice maker. The purpose of this refrigerator water inlet valve is to supply the necessary water to both the ice maker and the water dispenser in a controlled manner. While its appearance may vary from the original part, it maintains identical functionality and is authorized by the manufacturer as a direct replacement.

Causes of a bad valve can include mineral buildup from hard water, wear and tear over time, or electrical issues. A malfunctioning valve can lead to problems with water flow, affecting both the ice maker and water dispenser.

Symptoms of a bad inlet valve may include:

  • Insufficient ice production or no ice at all
  • Low water pressure or slow water flow from the dispenser
  • Water leakage from the valve area

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

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For Whirlpool Dual Water Inlet Valve (Part Number: OEM18018171)

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Hello Dole. Check the fill tube coming to the icemaker and see if it is frozen. If not, replace the icemaker. If it is frozen, thaw out the fill hose.

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Hello Bobby! You will need to purge the water line, this will remove any air pockets in the water line. To do this you will simply flush the system by dispensing about three glasses of water continously. If this does not fix the issue replace the valve, part number W10408179. Thanks!

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Hello. Make sure the filter is good in the unit. If so, then it sounds like you may need to replace the water valve WP2188542.

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David E. for Model Number Kenmore Side by Side - Model 106.59542991

Ice maker dripping water, freezing in bin. Pulled dual valve and checked its operation with water hooked up. No leaks, but one of the solenoids is bad. Water dispenser stopped working a couple of years ago, never fixed. Are solenoids available separately? Also, now assume that the module is bad on the ice maker. Have adjusted screw for water level, but did not help. What is cost of module and how difficult is it to install?

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Hello David. No, and based on the information you provided, if the solenoid is bad, you will need to replace the valve WP2188542 and see if this corrects the issue. If not, replace the icemaker assembly. Hope this helps.

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Hello Spinman, First and foremost, turn of the breaker or unplug the unit. Turn the water supply to the unit off. Unscrew the water supply line from the old water inlet valve. Remove the back cover and the 2 screws holding the valve on the unit. Remove the wires one at a time and install onto the new valve as they are removed. Doing it this way prevents any possibility of crossing the wires. Remove the water lines from the old valve and install them onto the new valve. I normally run the water supply line through the hole in the back cover assembly and connect the water supply to the new valve before attaching the valve to the unit. This is how I insure there is no water leak. Turn the water supply back on and check for leaks with a dry paper towel. If you just feel for a leak and you touch a cold part, it feels like it may be wet. If you use a paper towel, if it's wet, it's wet. No question. At this point, if no leaks are present, mount the valve on the unit and reinstall the panel to the back of the unit. Be sure that you reinstall the panel cover as this is not just for decoration. It's job is to direct air flow across the hot coils and the defrost drain pan for normal operation to take place. Now you should dispense at least a gallon of water to purge the air from the system.

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Hello Maurice. If you can turn the water off with the icemaker, then you will need to replace the icemaker 4317943. Hope this helps.

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Hello John. It is normal for the water valve to turn on and off during the fill cycle. If the buzz is loud, you will need to change the water valve. Hope this helps.

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Hello Armando. Check and make sure your not getting air in the lines. If all is good, then your will need to replace the water valve. Hope this helps.

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