David December 28, 2020 for Model Number Kitchenaid KSSC42QMS02 I believe my water inlet valve is bad and I want to replace it. You carry the part (AP6006065) but it's out-of-stock. I will order it as soon as I'm able to remove the old one. I know where it is and I have eyes on it. But I can't remove it unless I detach the water inlet line from the valve. My problem is, all the videos show the water inlet line attached with a 1/2" nut. Mine is not. There is a white collar that looks like it needs to be pushed into a yellow collar where it enters the valve. I think this releases the line, is that correct? I have tried pushing with my fingers but it won't budge and I don't want to break anything because, at least I can still now get filtered water. If this is the correct procedure, any tricks on how to get the white collar to release? If I find I can't do this, how can I find a service tech in San Diego who is competent to help me? Thanks so much.
1 Answer Hello David, the water valve uses JohnGuess type tube fittings, the collar is pressed inward which unlocks the tubing which is then pulled out. Read More...
Lance February 24, 2018 Hello, we have a slow drip on the dispenser, I believe the inlet valve need replacing. Any idea where it is on a Kitchenaid KSSC42QMS00? I am hopping in front somewhere as this is a built in. Thank you.
1 Answer Lance, If you remove the cover at the bottom of the refrigerator under the doors and the water valve will be used under the unit. Read More...
Michael December 15, 2014 for Model Number KSSS48QMX00 My water dispenser is dripping slowly. I believe that I need to change to Valve-Inlt (AP3775453). Can I access this part from the front of the refrigerator without removing it.
1 Answer Hello Michael. Per manufacturer, 1. Unplug the refrigerator or disconnect the power. 2. Remove the two screws from the base grille and remove the grille. 3. Turn off the water supply to the refrigerator. 4. Position a container to catch the water in the next step. 5. Disconnect the 1/2? nut from the water valve inlet. 6. Remove the two hex-head mounting screws from the water valve mounting bracket. 7. Pull the water valve forward and disconnect the water outlet tubing nut(s). 8. Disconnect the solenoid connector(s) from the water valve terminal(s). Read More...
Hau N October 01, 2012 for Model Number Kssc42qks01 How do I replace water valve ap377545 .how check it bad valve.? Thank
1 Answer Hau, The easiest way to test a fill valve, is to disconnect the wires, place the meter leads from a multimter across the two wires and check for 120 VAC across the wires when the paddle is pressed. For the icemaker, you'd do the same procedure, and then start a ice maker test mode and check for voltage across the wires when the ice maker control reaches the fill increment. The access information you requested is on it's way. Thanks Read More...
John B. September 23, 2012 for Model Number Thermador KBUDT4860A02 I would like to replace the ice maker water inlet valve (your service department tells me this is P/N AP3775453). This is a built in refrigerator. Can you tell me where this is located and how significant a repair this is. Getting to back of refrigerator is more difficult than if this is located on door.
1 Answer Hello John, The water inlet valve WP2188786 on these units are usually located under the unit. The kick panel has to be removed and, unless the installer provided a water cut off in the water line, the water to the home will have to be turned off. It is also a good idea to turn off the power switch on top of the unit or flip the breaker off to it. Read More...