Removing The Smart Valve - Whirlpool 8178501A Manual

Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before servicing.
Replace all parts and panels before
operating.
Failure to do so can result in death or
electrical shock.
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Turn off the water supply to the refrigera-
tor.
3. Pull the refrigerator away from the wall so
that you can access the rear of the unit.
4. Remove the screws from the unit access
cover and remove the cover.
Unit Access Cover

REMOVING THE SMART VALVE

5. Remove the two screws from the smart
valve bracket, and remove the assembly
from the side of the refrigerator.
6. Place a towel or a small container to catch
any water when you disconnect the water
supply tubing.
7. Push down on the quick-disconnect locking
rings, and pull the water inlet, ice maker,
and dispenser outlet water tubes from the
fittings.
8. Disconnect the smart valve wire connec-
tors from the smart valve and remove the
smart valve assembly.
Ice Maker Tube
Dispenser
Outlet Tube
3-10
Smart Valve Screws
Smart Valve
Wire Connectors
Water Inlet Tube