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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairWhirlpool Alpha Electric Dryer Water Inlet Valve Replacement #W10815373
Whirlpool Alpha Electric Dryer Water Inlet Valve Replacement #W10815373
Skill Level
Total Parts Cost
$100.29Estimated Savings
$112.5005:11
- Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the water inlet valve on a Whirlpool electric dryer (model #WED85HEFW0). The most common reason for replacing the valve is if the steam function on the dryer does not work.
This water inlet valve replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Maytag
Tools needed: T-25 Torx bit, Phillips-head screwdriver, 1/4" socket
Don't forget to like and comment on this video and subscribe to our channel!
This water inlet valve replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Maytag
Tools needed: T-25 Torx bit, Phillips-head screwdriver, 1/4" socket
Don't forget to like and comment on this video and subscribe to our channel!
Step By Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the water inlet valve in your dryer be sure to unplug the power cord
2
Shut off the cold water supply.
3
Remove the water supply line from the inlet valve – be prepared for some water to spill.
4
Remove the external venting as well.
5
Use a quarter-inch socket or nut driver to unthread the rear screws securing the top panel and bracket to the rear panel.
6
Slide the top panel back and lift up to detach.
7
Next, remove all of the screws securing the rear panel to the frame and bulkhead.
8
Unthread the screws on top including the one securing the control board bracket.
9
Pull the rear panel forward and lift up then rotate it out of the way.
10
Disconnect the water inlet valve wires.
11
Unthread the two screws securing the inlet valve mounting bracket to the base.
12
Tilt the bracket forward to detach.
13
Use a small flat-head screwdriver to release the locking ring retainer.
14
Depress the locking ring to release the water supply tube.
15
Install the new water inlet valve by first fully inserting the supply tube.
16
Slide in the locking ring retainer to secure.
17
Now position the bracket on the base
18
Secure it with the mounting screws.
19
Connect the wires to the terminals on the new valve.
20
Reinstall the rear panel by inserting the lower tabs behind the edge of the base.
21
Fully align the panel on the frame under the control board bracket.
22
Replace the screws on top first.
23
Replace the remaining screws on the back.
24
Realign the top panel and bracket then slide into position.
25
Rethread the rear screws and tighten.
26
Attach the water supply line to the new valve.
27
Reattach the external venting to the exhaust outlet.
28
With the repair completed, turn the cold water supply back on
29
Plug the power cord back in and your dryer should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the water inlet valve on a Whirlpool electric dryer (model #WED85HEFW0). The most common reason for replacing the valve is if the steam function on the dryer does not work.
This water inlet valve replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Maytag
Tools needed: T-25 Torx bit, Phillips-head screwdriver, 1/4" socket
Don't forget to like and comment on this video and subscribe to our channel!
This water inlet valve replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Maytag
Tools needed: T-25 Torx bit, Phillips-head screwdriver, 1/4" socket
Don't forget to like and comment on this video and subscribe to our channel!
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the water inlet valve in your dryer be sure to unplug the power cord
2
Shut off the cold water supply.
3
Remove the water supply line from the inlet valve – be prepared for some water to spill.
4
Remove the external venting as well.
5
Use a quarter-inch socket or nut driver to unthread the rear screws securing the top panel and bracket to the rear panel.
6
Slide the top panel back and lift up to detach.
7
Next, remove all of the screws securing the rear panel to the frame and bulkhead.
8
Unthread the screws on top including the one securing the control board bracket.
9
Pull the rear panel forward and lift up then rotate it out of the way.
10
Disconnect the water inlet valve wires.
11
Unthread the two screws securing the inlet valve mounting bracket to the base.
12
Tilt the bracket forward to detach.
13
Use a small flat-head screwdriver to release the locking ring retainer.
14
Depress the locking ring to release the water supply tube.
15
Install the new water inlet valve by first fully inserting the supply tube.
16
Slide in the locking ring retainer to secure.
17
Now position the bracket on the base
18
Secure it with the mounting screws.
19
Connect the wires to the terminals on the new valve.
20
Reinstall the rear panel by inserting the lower tabs behind the edge of the base.
21
Fully align the panel on the frame under the control board bracket.
22
Replace the screws on top first.
23
Replace the remaining screws on the back.
24
Realign the top panel and bracket then slide into position.
25
Rethread the rear screws and tighten.
26
Attach the water supply line to the new valve.
27
Reattach the external venting to the exhaust outlet.
28
With the repair completed, turn the cold water supply back on
29
Plug the power cord back in and your dryer should be ready for use.
Applicable Product Model
Parts Needed
Water Inlet Valve
$100.29
Total$0.00
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