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Testing the 3-Way Valve
The valve returns to “home” at the end of every
freezer defrost cycle and whenever the refrigerator
is reconnected to power.
To test the valve, disconnect the refrigerator from
power for at least 10 seconds, place a fi nger on top
of the valve, and reconnect power.
The main control overdrives the valve to the “home”
position.
You should be able to feel the valve vibrate as the
coil moves the magnet to the home position .
If movement is present, the main board and valve
coil are operating correctly.
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FRESH FOOD
OUTLET
INLET
FREEZER
OUTLET
Black Mark
Replacing the 3-Way Valve
Parts Needed:
3-Way Valve (part # WR57X10053)
Thermal Paste (part # WX5X8927)
Drier Assembly (part # WR86X93)
Process Valve (part # WJ56X61)
When replacing a 3-way valve, note the black mark
on the freezer outlet tube. Make certain to mark the
freezer capillary by placing a piece of tape on the
capillary, 6-8 inches from the valve. This will aid in
installing the capillaries in the correct outlet tubes.
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