Washer Water Inlet Valve WP8181694

Brand: Whirlpool · Appliance: Washer · Fits: 81 models · Reference price: $43.70

WP8181694 is a Whirlpool replacement part (washer water inlet valve) for washers. Our fitment data lists 81 models that use it.

When to replace this part

Water inlet and drainage

Symptom: A washer that won't fill, fills slowly, won't drain, or leaves standing water in the tub.

Check: For fill problems, check the inlet valve's screen filters for sediment. For drain problems, check the pump for a jammed object and confirm the drain hose isn't kinked or looped too high.

Models that use this part

Part numbers it replaces

The manufacturer lists WP8181694 as the replacement for these earlier part numbers. Substitute parts can look different from the original but serve the same function.

• THE ORIGINAL 8181694 VALVE

Replacement video

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Other parts for model GHW9400PL0

If you are repairing that appliance, these are the most model-specific parts on file for the same model.

• Bezel 8181855
• Brace 8181634
• Bracket 8182224
• Cabinet 8181805
• Cabinet 8182063
• Control Panel 8182654
• Cover 8181766
• Cover 8182075

Reference price and where to compare

The reference price on file for this part is $43.70. It is informational only, not an offer or an Amazon price — RepairKitHub does not sell parts directly.

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Before you order

• Match the part number character for character, including dashes and trailing letters; a single different character is usually a different part.
• Confirm your appliance's model number on its data plate and check that it appears in the list above (or use the model lookup tool).
• If a seller offers a substitute number, check that it appears in this page's replacement list or in the manufacturer's documentation.

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