AJU72952602 Genuine Fridge 2 Way Water Inlet Valve for LG Fridges GC-L197DSL GC-L197HFS GC-L197NIS GC-P197DPL GC-P197HPL GC-P197STL GR-P197WVS

LG fridges in the GC-L197 and GC-P197 families take this genuine 2 way water valve, part AJU72952602. Listed models are the GC-L197DSL, the GC-L197HFS and GC-L197NIS, the GC-P197DPL, the GC-P197HPL and GC-P197STL, and the GR-P197WVS. The valve has two outlets, so it can feed two separate water circuits in the fridge from a single supply line.

LG fridge ice maker or water dispenser not working?

Water reaches an LG plumbed fridge through this valve, which stays shut until the control board energises one of its two coils. Each coil opens its own outlet, typically one for the dispenser and one for the ice maker. If a coil fails, that side stops getting water, so you might have water at the door but no new ice, or the reverse. Sediment can block the inlet screen and slow both outlets, while a cracked body leaks behind the fridge. Low mains pressure and a blocked water filter can cause similar symptoms, so check those first.

Part details

• Genuine LG part AJU72952602
• 2 way (dual outlet) water inlet valve
• Listed for LG GC-L197, GC-P197 and GR-P197WVS models

Fitting the LG water valve

Turn the water off at the supply tap and unplug the fridge. Slide the fridge out carefully so you don't stretch the water line, then remove the rear lower cover. Label the two outlet tubes and the wiring plugs before releasing them. Fit the new valve, push each tube fully into its fitting, and turn the water on slowly while you watch for drips. Run water through the dispenser to purge the air.

Questions about this part

Can I use a single outlet valve instead?

No. These models need a 2 way valve to supply two water circuits. A single outlet valve such as AJU72992602 suits different LG models and won't connect both lines.