Customer Questions and Answers for Water Inlet Valve by Whirlpool

The Water Inlet Valve is an OEM replacement part for Whirlpool dryers. Located where the water supply line connects, it controls the flow of water into the dryer drum for steam cycles. Precise control is needed to prevent temperature fluctuations or flooding.

Causes of a bad inlet valve can include mineral buildup clogging water pathways, worn diaphragms allowing constant flow, or mechanical linkage issues.

Symptoms of a bad water inlet valve include:

• Steam cycles not activating or producing steam
• The dryer fails to stop water flow and overflowing
• Fault codes displayed relating to water input functions

This OEM replacement part is compatible with brands like Maytag, KitchenAid, and more.