Water Inlet Valve Screen AGM73269501 attaches inside the inlet valve to prevent large sediment from getting into the washer. The filter out sediments and particles as water enters your washer. If the screens clog up, water drips in slowly or not at all, making it impossible to get laundry done. Replace clogged or broken inlet valve screens with the AGM73269501 high-quality exact replacement part. These washer inlet filter screens will help to keep the water clear and prevent any dirt, rust or sediment from entering the washer, reducing the likelihood of blocking valves and hoses. --- The package includes 2 x hot water filter screens and 2 x cold water filter screens. These water inlet screens are made from durable ABS plastic and color-coded for easier installation. The ABS plastic material makes the screen stronger and less likely to rust and break due to water. The hot water filter screen is orange and the cold water filter screen is blue. The two coloured filters make it easier to distinguish between hot and cold water. If your washer takes a while to fill up, Water doesnt enter the washer, Sediment enters the washer you made to replace AGM73269501 Water Inlet Valve Screen. The washing machine water screen AGM73269501 filters out sediment and particles that water carries with it when it enters the washing machine. If filter screen is broken, the washer will have the FOLLOWING CONDITIONS, and the filter screen need to be replaced in time: The Washing machine inlet water flow becomes small. No water enters the washing machine. Filter blockage. Impurities in the water flow due to broken filters. --- AGM73269501 Washer Water Inlet Valve Filter Screen Replacement for L-G, Ken-more, and Sears washing machine. Replace: 1810261, AP5202486, PS3618281, EAP3618281, etc. The AGM73269501 washing machine filter screen is durable and resistant to deformation. The blue and orange water inlet valve filters are identical except for the colour of the plastic, and you can use either colour. Older cold water filters are more likely to become clogged with calcium deposits, sand etc, which can affect the performance of your washing machine. Please replace them promptly to maximise the water flow and performance of your washing machine. --- Disconnect the power before installing this part. Wear work gloves to protect your hands. The installation needs to use a pair of gloves and screwdriver. Simply place the filter screen on the water valve where it connects to the water pipe and then secure the water pipe to the valve. Be careful not to install the filter screen upside down when installing. You can find the repair video on YouTube and follow it to install it, as there were plenty of do it yourself videos on there that helped guide you on the repair, saving you hundreds of dollars over calling in a repairman to fix something that a homeowner can do themselves! Great Product and Great Price!