WP3979346 Replacement Part

This water inlet valve assembly controls the flow of water into the washing machine during fill cycles. It opens and closes in response to control board commands to properly regulate water entry for wash and rinse operations.

WP3979346 Key Features

Regulates incoming water supply to the washer tub via solenoid-controlled valve paths.

Comes as a complete assembly with valve body, solenoid coils, filter screens, and mounting features.

Constructed with durable plastic and metal parts, built to resist corrosion, scale buildup, and frequent cycling.

Designed to match factory voltage and flow specifications (120 V) for reliable fill performance.

Replaces earlier part numbers such as 3979347 and 8578342.

Compatible with many Whirlpool, Kenmore, Maytag, and related top-load washer models—always confirm compatibility by matching this valve to your washer’s model number before ordering.