Customer Questions and Answers for Water Inlet Valve Assembly by Whirlpool

Dawei, Based on the information provided it is likely a valve issue if the water continues to flow with no power to the machine.

Herman, this could be caused by a leaking water valve WPW10144820 due to a cracked section. Inspecting the water valve would be recommended for verification.

Hello Mark, the temperature sensor is built into the valve assembly, depending on the wash water temperature setting and the temperatures of the hot/cold water supply the Automatic Temperature Control will cycle between hot/cold valves as needed.

Mark, if the model number of your appliance could be provided in a new question, this will allow the most accurate information to be presented.

Greg, Sounds like you have a problem with the automatic temp switch.WPW10184148 When voltage is applied to fill the unit it goes into this switch and the switch determines what valve to open.

Hello Tom, I'm sorry but the water valve screens are not listed as available parts individually. You would need to order the water valve to get these or remove them and install the fill hose filter screens 285452A in the water supply hoses. If you do this be sure to install these with the tip of the screen cones pointing toward the water pressure.

Neal Here is an exerpt from the features guide of your unit. There will not be straight hot water coming in except as momentary bursts. Temperature Control You should select a wash temperature based on the type of fabric and soils being washed. For best results, use the warmest wash water safe for the fabric. Follow garment label instructions. The Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) (on some models), electronically senses and maintains a uniform water temperature by regulating incoming hot and cold water. n Even in Cool wash, some warm water is let into the washer to maintain a minimum temperature. NOTE: In wash water temperatures colder than 60°F (15.6°C), detergents do not dissolve well. Soils can be difficult to remove. Some fabrics can retain wear wrinkles and have increased pilling (the formation of small lint-like balls on the surface of garments).

Jam10, The part number for the water valve on your unit will be W11210459 and you will want to check to see if the screens are clogged on the valve before ordering one.

Jon Do, This issue would most likely be caused by a faulty water inlet valve.

Lee, For this issue the most likely cause for filling when not in use would be a control board since the water valve has been replaced.