DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the secondary dual water inlet valve on a KitchenAid 5 Door Refrigerator (Model KRMF706ESS01). The most common reason for replacing this part is if the dispenser is not working properly.
All of the information for this video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Maytag, Amana, Kitchenaid, Kenmore
Step-By-Step Instructions1
KitchenAid Five-Door Refrigerator - KRMF706ESS01
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Refrigerator Secondary Dual Water Valve Replacement
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heavy, sharp, shock, water
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depress the water filter cover to release
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rotate the filter clockwise to remove
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using the quarter-inch socket or nut driver, unthread the two screws securing the water reservoir access panel
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pull the panel down using a screwdriver to help detach the mounting posts
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disconnect the LED light wire connecter and set the panel aside
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use a small flat-head screwdriver to pry off the water line retainer
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use a half-inch wrench to depress the retaining rings to release the inlet and outlet water lines from the filter housing ports
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detach the valve from the reservoir housing
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disconnect the wire connecters along with the grounding wire
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depress the retaining ring to release the reservoir water line from the valve post and fully remove the reservoir
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insert the reservoir water line into the appropriate valve port until fully seated
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connect the wire connecters to the solenoid terminals
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connect the grounding wire
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snap the valve into place in the housing
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fully insert the two water lines into the valve ports
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reinstall the water reservoir access panel by first connecting the LED light wire connecter
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insert the three tabs at the back into the slots then snap the mounting posts into place
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align the tab on the water filter with the notch in the housing and rotate the filter clockwise until it locks in place then close the cover
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plug the power cord back in