Whirlpool Washer Water Inlet Valve WP8540751, Replaces 8540751, 8540043

OEM washing-machine water inlet valve assembly that controls water flow into the washer. The valve attaches to the appliance water lines, and its solenoids open and close to regulate the required water temperature or water amount.

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Common Symptoms

• Washer does not fill with water.
• Washer has no hot or cold water during the fill cycle.
• Water continues entering the tub after the cycle or when the washer is off.
• Water leaks from the inlet-valve assembly or its hose connections.

Check Before Replacing

• Confirm both household water supply valves are fully open.
• Inspect the hot- and cold-water fill hoses for kinks, blockage, or damaged connections.
• With power disconnected and water supplies turned off, inspect the valve inlet screens for visible debris without damaging or removing them.
• Observe whether water enters during a fill cycle and whether water continues entering when the washer is off; continued filling with the washer inactive can indicate a valve that is not shutting off, but other causes remain possible.
• If the washer provides a model-specific service diagnostic test, use the appliance tech sheet to test the inlet-valve functions and related wiring.

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Part Details

Key Features

• Whirlpool genuine OEM washer water inlet valve assembly.
• Electrically operated inlet-valve solenoids regulate water entry according to the selected fill requirements.
• Attaches to the washer’s incoming water lines.
• Whirlpool lists WP8540751 as replacing manufacturer numbers 8540751 and 8540043.

Installation Notes

• Disconnect electrical power and turn off both household water supplies before servicing.
• Remove the hot- and cold-water hoses carefully and account for residual water in the hoses.
• Before disconnecting the old valve, note the hose and electrical-connection positions so they can be restored to the corresponding locations.
• Transfer the applicable hose connection and retaining hardware or fastener arrangement to the replacement valve without stressing the plastic body.
• After installation, reopen the water supplies gradually and inspect the valve and hose connections for leaks before operating a complete cycle.

Verified Compatible Models

11046462500, 11046462501, 11046472500, 11046472501, 11047511700, 11047511701, 11047511702, 11047512600, 11047512601, 11047512602, 11047512603, 11047512604, 11047512605, 11047531700, 11047531701

Fitment reminder: Match the complete appliance model number, including suffix or revision where applicable, before ordering.