Whirlpool & Maytag Washer Water Inlet Valve Parts — Models & Compatibility

The water inlet valve controls when and how much water enters your Whirlpool or Maytag washing machine during each cycle. When it fails, you'll notice either slow fills that make wash cycles drag on forever, or worse — water that won't shut off properly and floods your laundry room floor. The W10853723 inlet valve replaces multiple part numbers across dozens of top-load washer models from both brands.

Is This the Right Part for Your Model?

Before ordering, you'll need your washer's exact model number. On most Whirlpool and Maytag top-loaders, look along the top rim of the washer tub — lift the lid and check the inside edge. You might also find a sticker inside the door frame or on the back panel. Your model number will look something like WTW8500BR0 or MVWB950YW0. Cross-reference it with the compatibility list below to confirm this valve fits your specific machine.

About This Replacement Part

The W10853723 water inlet valve is a direct replacement for original Whirlpool parts W10342320, W10326913, and WPW10326913. This dual-port valve connects to your home's water supply and electronically opens when the washer control board signals for water. Each port feeds a different temperature — one for hot, one for cold. The most common failure modes are internal solenoid burnout (which causes slow or no water flow) and seal deterioration (which leads to continuous dripping or outright leaking even when the machine's off). When the valve sticks open, you'll find water pooling in the drum between loads. When it fails closed, cycles stall out waiting for water that never comes.

Compatible Whirlpool Models

• WTW8500BR0
• WTW8800YW1
• WTW8540BW1
• WTW7300XW1
• 7MWTW8800AW0

Compatible Maytag Models

• MVWB950YW0
• MVWB980BG0
• MVWB850YW0
• MVWB850YW1
• MVWB850YG0
• MVWB850YG1
• MVWB750WQ2
• MVWB750YW0
• MVWB755YQ0
• MVWB755YL0
• MVWB755YR0

Common Symptoms Requiring Valve Replacement

Leaking: Water drips or streams from the valve connections even when the washer isn't running. You might notice puddles forming behind the machine or water damage on the floor near the wall connections.

Water Filling Issues: The washer takes forever to fill, starts a cycle but never gets water, or fills continuously without stopping. Some machines will display error codes related to water level detection when the valve can't regulate flow properly.

Installation Overview

Replacing the water inlet valve requires shutting off both hot and cold water supply valves behind the washer, unplugging the machine, and pulling it away from the wall for access. You'll disconnect the fill hoses from the old valve, remove the wire harness connectors, unbolt the valve from the washer cabinet, and reverse the process with the new part. The actual mechanical work takes about 20 minutes once you've got the machine pulled out and ready.

Order Your Replacement Valve

The W10853723 water inlet valve is available for $79.99 with fast shipping. This part fits dozens of Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, and Kenmore branded washers manufactured over the past several years. If your model number appears in the compatibility list above, you've got the right part.