DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the water inlet valve on a Whirlpool electric washer/dryer combo (model #WET4027EW0). The most common reason for replacing this part is if the washer will not fill.
This replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Maytag, Kitchenaid
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Step-By-Step Instructions1
Before you replace the water inlet valve in your washer / dryer combo…
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…you will need to pull the washer / dryer combo away from the wall to access the rear.
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Unplug the power cord or shut off the power supply…
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Shut off the water supply as well.
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Note the orientation of the hot and cold water supply lines…then detach them from the inlet valve ports – be prepared for some water to spill.
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Use a phillips-head screwdriver to unthread the screws securing the lower access panel.
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Detach the panel and set it aside.
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Remove the two rear access panel clips
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Use a quarter-inch socket or nut driver to unthread the screws so you can detach the access panels.
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Use a short flat-head screwdriver to help detach the spring clips securing the washer’s top panel and lid.
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Pull the top panel forward then lift up.
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Use a 5/16th inch socket or wrench to loosen the water inlet valve plate mounting screw so you can detach the assembly.
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Note the orientation of the wires connected to the inlet valve…then disconnect them.
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Use pliers to release the spring clamp to detach the hose.
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Prepare the new water inlet valve for installation…
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…by tranferring the mounting plate from the old component to the new one.
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Now attach the hose and secure it with the spring clamp.
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Connect the wires to the appropriate terminals.
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Align the mounting plate tab on the outside of the rear panel…fully reposition the plate…
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…then tighten the mounting screw.
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Realign the top panel and lid on the washer and push the panel straight back.
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Be aware the lid switch wire connecter on the panel needs to be fully connected with the receptacle on the frame.
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Reinsert the two spring clips to secure the panel.
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Reposition the rear access panels and rethread the screws.
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Reinsert the access panel clips.
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Reposition the lower access panel and secure it with the screws.
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Attach the hot and cold water supply lines to the appropriate valve ports.
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Turn the water supply back on…
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…plug the power cord back in or restore the power supply…
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…and your washer/dryer combo should be ready for use.