242252702 Genuine OEM Frigidaire Refrigerator Water Valve
The 242252702 is a genuine Frigidaire OEM triple-solenoid water inlet valve assembly for Frigidaire, Electrolux, Kenmore, Crosley, and White-Westinghouse side-by-side refrigerators. This valve is the central control point where your home's water supply connects to the refrigerator, and it manages water flow to both the ice maker and the door-mounted water dispenser through three separate solenoids housed in one assembly, each opening independently depending on what's being called for.
Rated 120V, 50/60Hz per solenoid (20W maroon, 20W yellow, 35W green — each solenoid's wire is color-coded), this valve has 4 outlets total: one 1/4" tube inlet, three 5/16" tube outlets, and one 1/4" tube outlet. It measures approximately 7-1/8"L x 3-3/4"W x 3-1/4"H and ships as a complete assembly with mounting bracket and installation instructions. This valve directly replaces the older 241734302 design and uses updated quick-connect fittings in place of the older screw-on style. A failing valve typically shows up as the ice maker or dispenser not working, slow water flow, or — notably — an overflowing ice maker caused by the valve not shutting off completely if household water pressure is too low. It directly replaces 240321801, 240505101, 240505102, 240508101, 240508102, 240531101, 241734301, 241734302, 7241734301, WV2702, 2692163, AP5671757, EAP7784018, PD00000153, PS7784018, and K-76150.
Quick Answer
The 242252702 Genuine OEM Frigidaire Refrigerator Water Valve fixes Frigidaire, Electrolux, Kenmore, Crosley, and White-Westinghouse side-by-side refrigerators where the ice maker or water dispenser isn't working, water flow is slow, or the ice maker is overflowing. Triple-solenoid, 4-outlet valve assembly with bracket. Replaces 240321801, 240505101, 240505102, 240508101, 240508102, 240531101, 241734301, 241734302, 7241734301, WV2702, 2692163, AP5671757, EAP7784018, PD00000153, PS7784018, K-76150. This valve needs at least 20 psi of household water pressure to shut off completely — if pressure is too low, the valve can leak and cause the ice maker to overflow even when the valve itself is functioning correctly.
Common Problems This Part Fixes
- Ice maker has stopped making ice, or is producing less ice than usual
- Water dispenser on the refrigerator door isn't working or has slowed down
- Ice maker overflowing or leaking
- Slow water flow at the dispenser
- Water leaking near the valve at the back of the refrigerator
- Error code related to the water system displayed on some models
- Cracked or physically damaged valve housing
Cross Reference Information
Part numbers can change over a product's lifecycle as manufacturers update designs or release new appliance models. For your convenience, we've included any known superseded, alternate, or cross-reference part numbers that match this item.
Replaces Part Numbers
This refrigerator water valve directly replaces the following OEM and cross-reference part numbers:
242252702, 240321801, 240505101, 240505102, 240508101, 240508102, 240531101, 241734301, 241734302, 2692163, 7241734301, PD00000153, EAP7784018, AP5671757, AFR15932, PS7784018
If your part number is not listed above, contact our support team before ordering and we will verify compatibility.
Compatibility
This water valve is compatible with select Frigidaire side-by-side refrigerators, and also fits select Electrolux, Kenmore, Crosley, and White-Westinghouse refrigerators built on the same platform, including model numbers such as:
- BFHS2611LM, BFHS2611LM0
- BGHS2634KE0, BGHS2634KE1, BGHS2634KP0, BGHS2634KP1, BGHS2644KF0, BGHS2644KF1
- FFSS2615TS0, FFSS2615TE4, FFHS2611PFEA, FFHB2750TD5, FRSS26L3AF0
- FRS26H5ASB4, FRS26H5ASB5, FRS26H5ASB8, FRS26H5ASBA, FRS26R2AW6, FRS26R4AW5, FRS26R4CB1, FRS26RLECS0, FRS26LF7DS7
- FRS6LR5EB3, FRS6LR5EB6, FRS6LR5EM2, FRS6LR5EM8, FRS6R5ESB4
- PLHS69EESS2, PLHS69EGSS1, PLHS269ZCB4, PHSC39EGSS0
- Crosley CRSE234FB2
Note: This valve's fitting style has been updated to quick-connect fittings, replacing the older screw-on style used on some earlier units — this may cause the appearance to differ slightly from your original part, but it is a correct functional replacement. Always verify your full model number before ordering. Contact our support team with your model number if you're unsure.
Key Features
- Genuine Frigidaire OEM part — factory-specified solenoid design and flow-rate calibration
- Triple-solenoid assembly supplies water to both the ice maker and door water dispenser
- Resolves "ice maker not working," "dispenser not working," "slow water flow," and "ice maker overflowing" symptoms
- Color-coded solenoid wiring (maroon, yellow, green) for straightforward reconnection
- 4 outlets: 1x 1/4" tube inlet, 3x 5/16" tube outlets, 1x 1/4" tube outlet
- Updated quick-connect fittings for easier installation than older screw-on designs
- Ships complete with mounting bracket and installation instructions
- Replaces the full cross-reference list above, including the older 241734302 design
- Genuine OEM replacement — guaranteed fit, materials, and performance
Product Specifications
| Part Number |
242252702 |
| Part Type |
Refrigerator Water Inlet Valve (Triple Solenoid) |
| Condition |
Genuine OEM |
| Brand |
Frigidaire |
| Application |
Side-by-Side Refrigerators |
| Voltage |
120V per solenoid |
| Frequency |
50/60 Hz per solenoid |
| Wattage |
20W (maroon), 20W (yellow), 35W (green) |
| Outlets |
1x 1/4" tube inlet, 3x 5/16" tube outlets, 1x 1/4" tube outlet |
| Dimensions |
7-1/8"L x 3-3/4"W x 3-1/4"H |
| Weight |
Approx. 1.08 lbs. |
| Minimum Water Pressure |
20 psi (required to shut off fully) |
| Kit Contents |
Valve assembly, mounting bracket, installation instructions |
| Color |
Gray / Blue / Green / Yellow / Maroon |
| Material |
Plastic / Metal |
| Quantity |
1 valve assembly |
| Compatible Brands |
Frigidaire, Electrolux, Kenmore, Crosley, White-Westinghouse |
Installation Notes
⚠️ Unplug Refrigerator And Shut Off Water Supply Before Starting Disconnect power at the outlet and shut off the water supply before beginning. Wear work gloves. Pull the refrigerator away from the wall for access, then locate the valve at the rear of the cabinet. Remove the two hex screws securing the old valve. Before disconnecting anything, note or photograph which plastic tube connects to which port on the multi-port valve assembly — with three solenoids and multiple outlets, getting a hose on the wrong port will send water to the wrong place. Disconnect the water supply hose, the electrical connectors (which are color-coded to their matching solenoids on the new valve), and the outlet hoses, then remove the old valve. Install the new 242252702 in the same position with its included mounting bracket, secure it with the hex screws, and reconnect each outlet hose to its correct port exactly as noted. Reconnect the color-coded electrical connectors to their matching solenoid wires. Reattach the water supply hose, tightening securely. While the back of the refrigerator is accessible, it's also a good opportunity to clean the condenser coils and surrounding area. Restore the water supply and check every connection for leaks before restoring power. Push the refrigerator back into place, then test both the ice maker and water dispenser over the following day. Tools needed: hex screwdriver or nut driver, pliers, work gloves.
Frequently Asked Questions
My ice maker is overflowing. Is this the valve?
Possibly, but check your household water pressure first. This valve requires a minimum of 20 psi to shut off fully — if your home's water pressure is below that, the valve may not close completely even though it's functioning correctly, letting water leak through and overflow the ice maker. If your water pressure tests below 20 psi, that's the underlying cause rather than a defective valve, and addressing the pressure issue (or installing a pressure-boosting solution) is the correct fix.
The new valve looks different from my old one. Is that normal?
Yes. This valve has been updated to use quick-connect fittings in place of the older screw-on style used on earlier units, so the connection points may look different from what you're used to. It's still a correct, direct functional replacement — the new fittings just make installation somewhat easier.
How do I know which hose goes where? This valve has multiple outlets.
Note or photograph the hose routing on your old valve before disconnecting anything — with three solenoids and four total outlets, it's easy to reverse a connection if you're not careful. The electrical connectors are color-coded (maroon, yellow, green) to help you match them to the correct solenoid on the new valve, which makes the wiring side more foolproof than the hose routing.
Is this an OEM or aftermarket part?
This is a genuine OEM part, manufactured by Frigidaire to factory specifications — guaranteed fit, materials, and performance. It matches the original triple-solenoid design, wattage per solenoid, and outlet configuration of the water valve originally installed in your refrigerator.
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