WP12544124 Whirlpool Refrigerator Water Inlet Valve

The Refrigerator Water Inlet Valve is a component found in various brands including Whirlpool, Amana, KitchenAid, Maytag, Jenn-Air, Magic Chef, Roper, and Admiral. It is also used in some models from Sears-Kenmore and Ikea. As an OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) part, it plays a crucial role in managing the flow of water to the refrigerator's ice maker and water dispenser, ensuring the delivery of clean and fresh water and ice.

Over time, the valve may degrade due to mineral buildup from hard water, which can obstruct the valve or prevent it from closing fully, potentially causing leaks.

Indications of a malfunctioning valve include:

- Failure to dispense water when the lever is activated.
- The ice maker producing no ice, or ice that is small or misshaped.
- Water leakage or dripping at the back of the refrigerator near the valve's location.
- A humming noise from the valve area upon pressing the dispenser lever, with no water output.

This specific Whirlpool part is compatible with various models across the brands mentioned, including some from Norge and certain Kenmore refrigerators.