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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairLG/Kenmore Front Load Washer Water Inlet Valve #5220FR2006H
LG/Kenmore Front Load Washer Water Inlet Valve #5220FR2006H
Skill Level
Total Parts Cost
$35.94Estimated Savings
$112.5002:17
- Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the water inlet valve on a LG/Kenmore front-loading washing machine. The most common reasons for replacing the water inlet valve are when the washer fills slowly, is making loud noise, is overflowing, or stops mid-cycle.
All of the information for this water inlet valve replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
LG, Kenmore
Tools needed: pliers, screwdriver
All of the information for this water inlet valve replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
LG, Kenmore
Tools needed: pliers, screwdriver
Step By Step Instructions
1
As with any repair, be sure you unplug the appliance before beginning and turn off the hot and cold water supply valves.
2
Your first step is to remove the hoses from the inlet valve.
3
Be prepared for some water to spill out.
4
Next, remove the screws at the rear of the main top.
5
Now, slide the main top back approximately one inch, then lift up to remove.
6
Disconnect the solenoid wire attached to the old inlet valve.
7
Use pliers to release the clamp securing the hose and pull the hose off.
8
Be prepared for some water to spill out.
9
Next, remove the mounting screws securing the valve and pull the old valve out.
10
Install the new water inlet valve by positioning it in the mounting bracket and securing the screws.
11
Reattach the hose and secure it with the clamp.
12
Connect the solenoid wire.
13
Align the main top and slide it forward into place.
14
Secure the screws at the rear and attach the hoses to the new inlet valve.
15
Turn the water supply back on and plug the appliance back in to make sure it's functioning properly.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the water inlet valve on a LG/Kenmore front-loading washing machine. The most common reasons for replacing the water inlet valve are when the washer fills slowly, is making loud noise, is overflowing, or stops mid-cycle.
All of the information for this water inlet valve replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
LG, Kenmore
Tools needed: pliers, screwdriver
All of the information for this water inlet valve replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
LG, Kenmore
Tools needed: pliers, screwdriver
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
As with any repair, be sure you unplug the appliance before beginning and turn off the hot and cold water supply valves.
2
Your first step is to remove the hoses from the inlet valve.
3
Be prepared for some water to spill out.
4
Next, remove the screws at the rear of the main top.
5
Now, slide the main top back approximately one inch, then lift up to remove.
6
Disconnect the solenoid wire attached to the old inlet valve.
7
Use pliers to release the clamp securing the hose and pull the hose off.
8
Be prepared for some water to spill out.
9
Next, remove the mounting screws securing the valve and pull the old valve out.
10
Install the new water inlet valve by positioning it in the mounting bracket and securing the screws.
11
Reattach the hose and secure it with the clamp.
12
Connect the solenoid wire.
13
Align the main top and slide it forward into place.
14
Secure the screws at the rear and attach the hoses to the new inlet valve.
15
Turn the water supply back on and plug the appliance back in to make sure it's functioning properly.
Applicable Product Model
Parts Needed
Water Inlet Valve
$35.94
Total$0.00
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