Skip to Content
  • time delivery images 2 Day Quick Delivery!
  • box-refresh images 365 Day Return Policy!
  • lovely images 15 million satisfied customers
  • boxes images Over 2.1 Million Parts In Stock
  • headphone imagesFree Tech Support!
  • google images Google Trusted Store

Customer Questions and Answers for Water Inlet Valve Assembly by Whirlpool

Best Seller
Manufacturer Part
4.89 (64)
By: Whirlpool
Part Number: OEM18038769
Manufacturer Part Number: WP8531669

The Water Inlet Valve Assembly is an OEM part for Whirlpool dishwashers. This valve assembly is crucial for regulating the flow of water into the dishwasher during the wash and rinse cycles.

Common causes include mineral buildup from hard water, wear and tear from frequent use, or electrical issues affecting the valve's solenoid. A malfunctioning valve can lead to improper water levels or no water entering the dishwasher at all.

Symptoms of a bad water inlet valve assembly include:

  • The dishwasher not filling with water
  • Low water levels during cycles
  • Water leaking from the valve
  • The dishwasher not cleaning dishes properly

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

More
$66.95
Compare At:
$80.34
You Save:
$13.39

IN STOCK
Ships Tomorrow Guaranteed
Add to Cart

Questions & Answers

For Whirlpool Water Inlet Valve Assembly (Part Number: OEM18038769)

1 Answer

Timothy, The fill valve should receive 120 vac to it when the unit is calling for water fill. If only getting 38 vac when it is supposed to fill then the issue will be in the control board.

Read More...

1 Answer

Hello William. Check and make sure the float is not sticking in the unit. If not, you will need to replace the water valve in the unit.

Read More...

1 Answer

Hello Joe, You should check for items preventing the float switch from dropping. Check the drain pump also. From this point, you need to verify the Model number from the units' I.D. tag. This will enable us to actually pull a wiring diagram and parts list for diagnostic and repair parts for you. Thank you for your patience and understanding in this matter.

Read More...

1 Answer

Hello Troy, You need to verify sufficient water pressure to the unit and make sure you haven't crimped the water/drain lines during the units' installation. If no problems are found, I would replace the water inlet valve and the drain pump. The part numbers will of course be determined by the model number as with all appliances.

Read More...

1 Answer

Hello Everett. Look for clogs and if none is found, replace the water valve on the unit.

Read More...

1 Answer

PDS, It really doesn't matter which wire goes where on the fill valve, it is not a polarity sensitive valve. The brown and white wire is the 120 VAC power supply and needs to be attached to the "float / Overfill" switch and the brown wire is the "Neutral" leg of the circuit and will be attached to the main control board in the console.

Read More...

Have questions? Ask our pros!

Contact us in a way that is convenient for you

Call us 1-877-477-7278
Need Help? Chat with a Pro
Or ask a question by filling in the form

Share your thoughts with other customers

Ask a Question
  • boxes images Over 2.1 Million Parts In Stock
  • time delivery images 2 Day Quick Delivery!
  • box-refresh images 365 Day Return Policy!
  • headphone imagesFree Tech Support!
  • google images Google Trusted Store