Whirlpool Water Inlet Valve Assembly WP3979346 OEM Part

Whirlpool Corporation produces a broad spectrum of products under several esteemed brands, such as Whirlpool, Amana, KitchenAid, Maytag, Jenn-Air, Magic Chef, Roper, and Admiral. Additionally, they supply components for Sears-Kenmore and Ikea appliances. The Water Inlet Valve Assembly is a crucial OEM component crafted specifically for Whirlpool washing machines. Its primary role is to control the water intake during the filling phase. This assembly features a valve mechanism that modulates the entry of water from the household supply, ensuring the machine receives the proper volume at the appropriate intervals according to the chosen washing cycle and temperature settings.

Several issues can lead to a water inlet valve's failure. Buildup of sediment can hinder the flow of water, physical wear can degrade its functionality, and electrical problems may prevent it from operating as intended.

Indicators of a malfunctioning Water Inlet Valve Assembly might include:

- The washing machine remains empty of water
- Water flow is sluggish or results in overflow
- The fill cycle is accompanied by abnormal sounds
- Incorrect water temperature is reached

This Whirlpool OEM component is also compatible with models from Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and select Kenmore machines.

The part effectively resolves issues such as:

- Absence of hot or cold water
- Unregulated continuous water filling
- Ineffective water fill process