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I ordered (order #413917) a replacement icemaker (AP2984633 or part # 43179430) and installed unit (plug & screw). When I turned the unit and water on, the water ran into the icemaker and continued to do so until it ran over the top. I shut off water, recycled the power, checked all connections and tried again with same results. My thought is the water inlet valve is not operating. Since this is a replacement icemaker, when I looked for a water inlet valve in parts, no related parts are listed.
The original factory icemaker was Model # ECKMF-6 on Whirlpool Refrigerator Model # ED19TKXLGR0.
Can you please assist?
Thanks
Jack
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Hi Jack,
What was the original problem?
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Originally Posted by: Gene  Hi Jack,
What was the original problem?
Gene. Gene, The original unit was not operational so I replaced the unit. I am confused why the water continues to run when turned on. I thought the water inlet valve was designed to remain closed if malfunctions. Also I understand that the valve gets powered from the icemaker unit. Could the new replacement unit be "bad"? Any ideas to test either the unit or the valve? Thanks Jack
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Jack,
Unplug the ice maker while it's filling up. If water will stop then the ice maker is defective.
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Gene,
The repair required a new fill valve. The valve was stuck open. The unit is now functing properly. Thanks for your assistance.
Jack
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Jack,
I'm glad you were able to fix it.
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