Samsung Washer Water Inlet Valve Assembly Parts — Models & Compatibility

If your Samsung top-load washer keeps dinging with an OE error code, won't fill with water, or suddenly stopped mid-cycle — chances are the water inlet valve assembly has failed. This DC97-15459D replacement fits dozens of Samsung WA series models and fixes the most common inlet valve failures: valves stuck closed (no fill) or stuck open (overfill/leak).

Is This the Right Part for Your Model?

This valve assembly is designed specifically for Samsung top-load washers in the WA5400, WA5200, WA5000, and WA4500 series. To verify compatibility, locate your full model number on the label inside the washer door or around the top rim of the tub. Match it against the complete list below — you'll need the exact model plus suffix (like WA5471ABP/XAA-02, not just WA5471ABP).

About This Replacement Part

The water inlet valve assembly controls hot and cold water flow into your washer drum. When it fails, you'll see symptoms like the machine refusing to fill, making noise during fill cycles, or shutting off too soon with error codes displayed. One owner reported: "I determined that one of the cold water valves was not working so I replaced the assembly with this part." Another experienced the classic failure: "Washer kept 'dinging' when I went to check on it the cycle had stop and it was displaying error code OE."

The valve can fail by not opening or closing properly — either from mineral buildup blocking the solenoid or from electrical coil burnout. When stuck closed, your washer won't fill. When stuck open, it overfills or leaks even when powered off. This DC97-15459D assembly replaces the entire valve unit and is the same part as AP5325836, PS4220860, and 2886266.

Installation Overview

This is an easy repair rated 15-30 minutes. You'll need pliers, screwdrivers, and an adjustable wrench. The valve is located at the back of the washer where the fill hoses connect — unplug the machine, shut off water supply, disconnect hoses, remove mounting screws, swap the electrical connectors, and reverse the process. No special tools or disassembly of the cabinet required.

Compatible Samsung Washer Models

This valve fits the following Samsung top-load washer models. Use your complete model number including suffix: