Charles August 13, 2012 for Model Number GX2FHDXVQ03 How do you remove and install the new water inlet valve?
1 Answer Charles, Here's the basic information. " REMOVING THE WATER VALVE Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. Turn off the water supply to the refrigerator. Pull the refrigerator away from the wall so that you can access the rear of the unit. Disconnect the water line from its fitting. Remove the four hex-head screws from the water valve access cover, but do not remove the cover at this time. Remove the hex-head screw from the tube clamp on the water tube, and remove the clamp from the tube. Pull the end of the water tube from the quick-disconnect on the water valve. Remove the hex-head screw from the water valve bracket. Pull the water valve access cover out from the rear of the unit and position it so you can access the water valve. 12. Remove the water valve from the access cover. Disconnect the wires connectors from the water valve terminals. NOTE: The connectors and valve terminals are polarized so they cannot be interchanged. Pull the water tubing out of the water valve quick-disconnects and remove the valve. Reverse the procedure to install valve and test for operation." Read More...
Julian July 22, 2012 for Model Number RS22BRXBW00 Part we took off had two threaded hubs and one part I received now has just one threaded hub. How do I install this new valve so that it works properly on my model?
1 Answer Hello Julian. Make sure the supply line going to the icemaker has a smooth flat cut and insert it into the compressor fitting on the water valve WP2315576 and press it down until it locks into place. Read More...
Sam July 19, 2012 for Model Number W10219716 Can you tell me what size water inlet hose needs to be used to connect the water input from the main (house) water source to this valve? I would like to replace this hose as well. It would connect to the silver threaded connection in the right angle view showing the model #... Please let me know, Thanks.
Bud July 10, 2012 for Model Number 10670282990 Replaced water inlet valve. Jumped T & H. Unit cycles but no water fill. There are 2white wires on one connection and one tan. Tried flipping the connection plug both ways on to the inlet valve. Unit cycles and still no water to unit. Water is on and flows to the valve. Solenoid does not operate. Help.
1 Answer Hello Bud. You will need to test and see if the icemaker is sending power to the water valve. If not, you will need to replace the icemaker 4317943 in the unit. If there is power, but no water, and the water is turn on and is working, you will need to replace the water valve WP2315576 in the unit. You can test this with a multi-meter TJMA-DMT3. Here is a link on how to use a multi-meter. http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/oven-repair-including-ranges-cooktops/4810-how-check-continuity-ohmmeter.html Read More...
Julian S July 08, 2012 for Model Number RS22BRXBW00 How are we suppose to attach the output hose the the valve? It looks like its just a push in and the line would come out without any effort.
1 Answer Hello Julian. You need to press down on the compression fittings on the water valve WP2315576 to release the locking rings and be able to pull out the water lines. Make sure you are pressing and pulling the lines at the same time on the water valve. If not, the lines will not release from the water valve. Read More...
Rich J. June 15, 2012 for Model Number part # AP3961809 In reference to the above part, a solinoid for the ice maker in a Kenmore, I can not stop the leak from the hose to the ice maker. This is the plastic tube that plugs into the solonoid valve at the rubber spacer or what ever it is. The stainless tube insert is in place. Help!
1 Answer Hi Rich. At the water valve, press in on the yellow locking collar. Push in all the way on the tube to see if it is pushed in all the way. With it pressed in then pull the tubing out and inspect it foe cracks. if you have enough tubing then use a sharp utility knife to cut it exactly square on the end and try it again. If the tubing leaks out of the water valve part # WP2315576. The tubing is part# W10823511. Thank You. Read More...
Carsokk May 10, 2012 for Model Number Kenmore Coldspot 106-70299 91 I am replacing a defective inlet valve PART NUMBER: 2182104 with AP3961809. This is what is recommended at the Kenmore Sears site However, the old part 2182104 had two connections which are both screw on connections. The lower connection on the AP3961809 is not a screw on any more, so how do I connect it? Also, am I correct that the lower connection in the photo is the water source (water in) connection and the upper is the connection to the ice maker (water out)?
1 Answer Hello! Here is a link that was located on our repair forum with information on how to install the water inlet valve WP2315576. This should answer all questions. Hope it helps, thanks! http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/refrigerator-freezer-repair/125463-water-inlet-valve.html Read More...
Alan Flewitt March 29, 2012 for Model Number Kenmore 106.74949400 The ice maker suddenly quit working. I changed the water inlet valve and it still is not producing ice. The freezer is working perfectly. There is water going to the valve and the ice maker arm is at the 'ON' position. What else should I check?
1 Answer Hello Alan, First you need to check the actual temperature in the freezer compartment. If it doesn't get below 20°F, the ice maker thermostat will never cycle. If your temperature is below 20°F, remove the white cover from the front of the ice maker and tape the door switch down. Now you need a piece of insulated wire at least 3 inches long. Strip the ends and jump the 120Vac from the "T" terminal to the "H" terminal. The wire will have to be held there for at least 60 seconds or until you hear a quiet little "click" from the ice maker. If the ice maker doesn't cycle, check for voltage to the ice maker. There is a fusible link in the power supply line to the ice maker in the red wire. It is clipped to the ice maker to prevent the mold heater from getting too hot. It must be put back into the clip if removed as without it, it can be a hazard. If it cycles replace the ice maker. Read More...
David M. March 22, 2012 for Model Number ktrs20mawh10 Water keeps filling up in my ice maker and dosent stop. What might the problem be?
1 Answer Hello David. If you can unplug the icemaker or the unit and stop the water, then the icemaker 4317943 will need to be replaced. If you have to turn the water off, then the water valve WP2315576 will need to be replaced. Hope this helps. Read More...
Kip March 08, 2012 for Model Number Whirlpool ET8GHMXLT01 How do you install a water filter on this refrigerator? Where do you attach the filter?
1 Answer Hello KIP. This model does not have a filter. You would need to install an in-line filter 5304492441 in the unit. Hope this helps. Read More...