DISHWASHER DOES NOT FILL OR FILLS SLOWLY/PARTIALLY
Whirlpool Dishwasher Water Inlet Valve Assembly WPW10158389, Fixes Dishwasher does not fill or fills slowly/partially
OEM dishwasher water inlet valve assembly that supplies water to the dishwasher. A defective valve may prevent filling or cause underfilling.
Part WPW10158389Whirlpool
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Part NumberWPW10158389
ManufacturerWhirlpool
Appliance TypeDishwasher
Part TypeDishwasher Water Inlet Valve Assembly
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Current Part NumberWPW10158389
Common Symptoms
- Little or no water entering the tub during the fill step
- Slow or underfilling that leaves the dishwasher with an inadequate water level
- Humming or buzzing during fill with little or no water flow
- Water leaking from the valve body or inlet connection
- Poor cleaning performance associated with insufficient fill
Check Before Replacing
- Confirm the household water supply valve is fully open and the dishwasher supply line is not kinked.
- Observe whether water enters the tub during the fill portion of a cycle; do not assume the inlet valve is defective from this symptom alone.
- With electrical power and water supply safely disconnected, visually inspect the valve body, fittings, and supply-line connection for cracks, mineral deposits, or leakage.
- Inspect the valve inlet screen for visible debris without damaging or removing the screen.
- If safe test equipment and the appliance service procedure are available, compare the valve’s electrical test results with the model-specific service documentation.
Pro Tip
Before replacing the valve, check the supply shutoff, fill hose, and inlet screen; restricted water supply or debris can produce the same no-fill or underfill symptom.
Part Details
Part NumberWPW10158389
Part TypeDishwasher Water Inlet Valve Assembly
ManufacturerWhirlpool
Appliance TypeDishwasher
Primary FunctionControls and supplies water entering the dishwasher during the fill portion of a cycle by opening and closing its solenoid-operated inlet passage.
Installation Notes
- Disconnect electrical power and shut off the dishwasher water supply before accessing the valve.
- The valve is located behind the lower access panel; access and exact removal steps can vary by dishwasher model.
- Disconnect the water line and electrical connection only after the supply is secured, and retain any original mounting hardware or seals unless the model-specific instructions state otherwise.
- Reconnect the water line and wiring according to the appliance service instructions, then restore supplies and inspect the connection for leaks during a fill test.
- Verify the replacement against the dishwasher model and the removed part before installation.
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