285805 Washer Genuine OEM Water Valve
- Sku:
- 285805
- Vendor:
- Whirlpool
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285805 Washer Genuine OEM Water Valve
285805 Genuine OEM Whirlpool Washer Water Inlet Valve
The 285805 is a genuine Whirlpool OEM water inlet valve for direct-drive top-load washers and Whirlpool-built washer/dryer laundry centers. This valve sits at the back of the washer where the hot and cold supply hoses connect, and it controls every drop of water entering the tub — energizing to open the hot side, the cold side, or both together when the control calls for a fill, and closing again once the correct level is reached. It's one of the longest-running, most widely used inlet valves on the Whirlpool direct-drive platform, the same platform that our 8318084 lid switch listing also serves.
This is a complete kit: it ships with the mounting bracket, screws, and installation instructions, and it accepts a 1/2" ID hose through two 3/4"-11 threaded NHT ports. Depending on production run, the valve body may arrive blue or green — both are correct and function identically. Over years of use, mineral and sediment buildup (especially calcium deposits from hard water) can restrict or block the valve, the internal solenoid coil can burn out electrically, and the rubber seals can simply wear out with age. A blocked or failing valve commonly shows up as slow filling, no fill on one side, continuous filling that won't stop, or leaking after the cycle ends. It directly replaces AP3094541, 21026, 285805VP, 292197, 3349451, 3354565, 3360387, 3360388, 3360389, 3360391, 3360392, 3429537, 358992, 370067, 388328, 3952163, 3952164, 3955673, 8228, 868761, 99989697, AH334646, EA334646, PS334646, and W10110517.
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The 285805 Genuine OEM Whirlpool Washer Water Inlet Valve fixes direct-drive top-load washers and Whirlpool-built washer/dryer laundry centers that won't fill, fill slowly, won't stop filling, leak after the cycle, or have no hot or no cold water. Complete kit with mounting bracket, screws, and instructions. Dual-port valve for a 1/2" ID hose, two 3/4"-11 NHT threaded connections, approximately 5.7" tall. Replaces AP3094541, 21026, 285805VP, 292197, 3349451, 3354565, 3360387, 3360388, 3360389, 3360391, 3360392, 3429537, 358992, 370067, 388328, 3952163, 3952164, 3955673, 8228, 868761, 99989697, AH334646, EA334646, PS334646, W10110517. The included bracket may be shaped differently than your original integrated bracket — you may need to test a couple of orientations to get the hose connections positioned correctly.
Common Problems This Part Fixes
- Washer won't fill with water at the start of the cycle
- Washer fills much more slowly than normal
- Washer won't stop filling — overfilling past the normal level
- Water leaking or dripping from the washer after the cycle has ended
- No hot water reaching the tub, or no cold water reaching the tub
- Washer not washing properly due to insufficient or incorrect-temperature water
- Cycle stalling at the fill step and never advancing to wash
- Hot water inlet blocked by calcium or mineral deposits after years of hard-water use
Cross Reference Information
Part numbers can change over a product's lifecycle as manufacturers update designs or release new appliance models. For your convenience, we've included any known superseded, alternate, or cross-reference part numbers that match this item.
Replaces Part Numbers
This washer water inlet valve directly replaces the following OEM and cross-reference part numbers:
285805, 285805VP, AP3094541, 21026, 292197, 3349451, 3354565, 3360387, 3360388, 3360389, 3360391, 3360392, 3429537, 358992, 370067, 388328, 3952163, 3952164, 3955673, 8228, 868761, 99989697, W10110517, AH334646, EA334646, AWP39626, PD00002373, PS334646.
If your part number is not listed above, contact our support team before ordering and we will verify compatibility.
Compatibility
This water inlet valve is compatible with select direct-drive top-load washers and washer/dryer laundry centers across the Whirlpool family of brands, including:
- Whirlpool top-load washers and laundry centers
- Maytag top-load washers (select Whirlpool-built models)
- KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, and Amana top-load washers (select models)
- Roper, Admiral, Hardwick, and Estate top-load washers (select models)
- Magic Chef, Crosley, Inglis, Norge, Modern Maid, and Caloric top-load washers (select models)
- Select Kenmore and Ikea top-load washers built on the Whirlpool platform
Note: This valve fits Whirlpool's direct-drive top-load platform, including stackable washer/dryer laundry centers — the same general platform used by our 8318084 lid switch listing. It is not intended for front-load washers, which use a different valve design. Always verify your full model number before ordering. Contact our support team with your model number if you're unsure.
Key Features
- Genuine Whirlpool OEM part — factory-specified solenoid, seal, and flow-rate design
- Complete kit — includes mounting bracket, screws, and installation instructions
- Dual-port design accepts a 1/2" ID hose through two 3/4"-11 NHT threaded connections
- Resolves "won't fill," "fills slowly," "won't stop filling," and "leaking after cycle" symptoms caused by valve failure
- One of the most widely used inlet valves on the Whirlpool direct-drive top-load platform
- Approximately 5.7" tall, metal and plastic construction
- Replaces AP3094541, 21026, 285805VP, 292197, 3349451, 3354565, 3360387, 3360388, 3360389, 3360391, 3360392, 3429537, 358992, 370067, 388328, 3952163, 3952164, 3955673, 8228, 868761, 99989697, AH334646, EA334646, PS334646, and W10110517
- Compatible with Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Roper, Admiral, and related direct-drive top-load washers
- Genuine OEM replacement — guaranteed fit, materials, and performance
Product Specifications
| Part Number | 285805 |
| Part Type | Washer Water Inlet Valve Kit |
| Condition | Genuine OEM |
| Brand | Whirlpool |
| Application | Direct-Drive Top-Load Washers / Laundry Centers |
| Kit Contents | Water inlet valve, mounting bracket, screws, instructions |
| Ports | 2 (hot and cold) |
| Hose Compatibility | 1/2" ID |
| Thread Specification | Two 3/4"-11 x 1/2" NHT hose threads |
| Height | Approx. 5.7 in. |
| Material | Metal and plastic |
| Color | Blue or green (both correct — varies by production run) |
| Quantity | 1 valve kit |
| Compatible Brands | Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Roper, Admiral, Hardwick, Estate, Magic Chef, Crosley, Inglis, Norge, Modern Maid, Caloric, Kenmore, Ikea |
Installation Notes
Frequently Asked Questions
My valve is blue but the old one was green (or vice versa). Did I get the wrong part?
No — this is normal. The 285805 has shipped with either a blue or a green valve body depending on the production run, and both are the correct, fully functional part. The color has no effect on fit or performance.
The new valve's bracket doesn't match my old one. What do I do?
This is a known and expected difference. Many original valves used a bracket integrated directly into the valve body, while this replacement kit ships with a separate bracket that has multiple mounting holes to accommodate different washer configurations. It may take a little trial and error to find the orientation that positions the valve correctly for your existing hose connections — this is a bracket design difference, not a sign that the wrong part was sent.
Only hot water won't fill, but cold works fine. Is that this valve?
Yes, likely — and often it's specifically mineral or calcium buildup rather than outright failure. Hot water tends to accelerate scale buildup inside the valve port compared to cold, so after many years of hard water use, the hot side can become restricted or fully blocked while the cold side continues working normally. Replacing the valve resolves this since the internal ports aren't designed to be cleaned out once heavily scaled.
My washer won't stop filling. Is that dangerous, and is it this valve?
It can lead to overflow and water damage if left unaddressed, so it's worth shutting off the water supply at the wall if this happens rather than waiting. A valve that won't stop filling usually means a worn internal seal or diaphragm is no longer sealing shut when the solenoid de-energizes, letting water continue flowing. This valve is the correct replacement for that symptom.
Is this an OEM or aftermarket part?
This is a genuine OEM part, manufactured by Whirlpool to factory specifications — guaranteed fit, materials, and performance. It includes the same dual-port solenoid design, thread specifications, and flow-rate calibration as the water inlet valve originally installed in your direct-drive top-load washer or laundry center.
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