{"product_id":"dd8102265a-dishwasher-water-inlet-valve","title":"DD81-02265A Dishwasher Water Inlet Valve for Samsung","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDD81-02265A Dishwasher Water Inlet Valve\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision Flow Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Specifically calibrated to manage the precise water volume required for Samsung’s high-efficiency wash and rinse cycles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuiet Operation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed with an anti-vibration solenoid to minimize \"water hammer\" noise when the valve opens and closes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Temperature Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Constructed with food-grade, heat-stabilized polymers to withstand the high-temperature water utilized in sanitize cycles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDebris Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features an integrated stainless steel mesh filter to catch sediment and pipe scale, protecting the internal spray arms from clogging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReplaces \/ Cross-Reference Part Numbers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAP6244375\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePS12085633\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEAP12085633\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDD82-01588A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10A50100\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6740000046A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4929307\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePD00044305\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility \u0026amp; Fitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis water inlet valve is compatible with modern Samsung dishwasher platforms, including both standard and smart-capable models:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDW80M Series:\u003c\/strong\u003e DW80M2020US, DW80M2020UB, DW80M2020UW.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDW80N Series:\u003c\/strong\u003e DW80N3030US, DW80N3030UB, DW80N3030UW.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDW50T Series:\u003c\/strong\u003e DW50T6060US, DW50T6060UG.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOther Models:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits select DW80R and DW60 series units utilizing the DD81-02265A part specification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen to Replace\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDishwasher Not Filling:\u003c\/strong\u003e The cycle starts and the drain pump runs, but no water enters the tub, often triggering a \"4C\" or \"4E\" error code.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePersistent Leaking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water trickles into the bottom of the dishwasher while it is off, causing the leak sensor to trigger the drain pump automatically.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoor Cleaning Performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low water levels in the tub prevent the spray arms from spinning at the correct speed, leaving dishes dirty or gritty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLoud Buzzing:\u003c\/strong\u003e A loud humming or buzzing noise during the fill portion of the cycle, indicating a failing electromagnetic solenoid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverflowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e The valve fails to shut off, leading to water leaking from the bottom of the door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety First:\u003c\/strong\u003e Turn off the circuit breaker for the dishwasher and shut off the dedicated water supply valve under the sink.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccessing the Valve:\u003c\/strong\u003e This valve is located behind the bottom kickplate (toe kick) on the lower-left or lower-right side of the machine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHose Connection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a brass 90-degree elbow fitting (usually 3\/4\" GHT to 3\/8\" compression) if your existing water line requires it. Apply thread seal tape only to the brass-to-brass connections, not the plastic valve threads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Plug:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure the wire harness is pushed firmly onto the solenoid terminals. 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