820718 Genuine Ice and Water Valve 16W for Fisher & Paykel Fridges E522BRXFDU4 E442BRXFDU4 E402BRXFDU4 RF610ADUX3 RF522ADUX1 RF170AD

820718 is the genuine Fisher & Paykel water valve that feeds the ice maker and water dispenser on the F&P fridges on file. It has a 16W coil. Listed models include the E402BRXFDU and E442BRXFDU ranges, the E522BLXFDU and E522BRXFDU, the RF135BD and RF170AD, the RF201A and RF402BR, and the RF522ADUX, RF522WD and RF610ADU models.

Fisher & Paykel fridge not dispensing water or ice maker not filling

The valve is usually mounted at the back of the fridge where the mains water line connects. When the dispenser is pressed or the ice maker calls for water, the control energises the coil, the valve opens and water flows through. A failed coil means no water and no new ice. A valve with a worn seat can drip constantly, overfill the ice tray or leave water pooling behind or under the fridge. Low mains pressure and a blocked water filter also cut flow, so rule those out first.

Part details

• Genuine Fisher & Paykel valve 820718
• 16W solenoid coil
• Feeds the ice maker and water dispenser
• Listed for E402B, E442B, E522B and RF series fridges

Fitting the water valve

Turn off the water supply to the fridge and switch the fridge off at the wall before pulling it out. Have a towel ready, as water will drain from the lines. Photograph the wiring and tube positions, release the push-fit or nut connections, then fit the new valve with every tube pushed fully home. Restore water and power and check every joint for drips over the next day.

Questions about this part

Does the 16W rating matter when choosing a valve?

Yes. The coil rating needs to suit what the fridge control expects. This valve has the 16W coil specified for the models on file, so matching the part number 820718 is the safest way to get the right one.