12.Water inlet valve
The water inlet valve controls the flow of water into the dishwasher. A solenoid coil attached to the valve housing
creates a magnetic field when energized. This magnetic field pulls open a plunger inside the valve allowing the water
to flow through and into the dishwasher.
The water fill is controlled by the timer, which opens the valve for a predetermined amount of time
Under normal conditions the tub should fill to approximately 85mm. or 3.5in. from the bottom of the sump. Open
the dishwasher after any fill cycle to check for normal water level.
A malfunctioning water inlet valve solenoid may only allow the dishwasher to fill intermittently. In this case no
water will enter the dishwasher during the rinse cycle. This problem can best be diagnosed by operating the dishwasher
and listing for the water entering during each fill cycle.
PROCEDURE
Inspecting and replacing : Water inlet valve
Step 1: Be sure all controls are Step 2: This procedure requires the Step 3: Locate valve where inlet hose
turned OFF. Disconnect power removal of the outer casing. If you is attached. Check wires and valve
supply at distribution panel or are unfamiliar with this process, please. body.
unplug power cord from outlet. refer to procedure #7:Removing outer
watch for sharp edges. casing..
Step 4: If water fill is less than Step 5: Using a ohm meter check for Step 6: To replace water valve,
normal,detach fill hose to expose continuity through the solenoid. If shut off water supply and disconnect
filter screen. Clean or replace as solenoid winding is open, replace faucet coupling.
necessary. valve.
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