Sikawai 5221DD1001E Dishwasher Inlet Valve

The Sikawai 5221DD1001E dishwasher inlet valve is listed as a replacement for 5221DD1001C and for selected LG and Kenmore dishwasher models. The listing describes a two-port valve with a barb outlet, but gives conflicting inlet-material and electrical details, so confirm the exact part against your dishwasher before ordering.

At a glance

The listing identifies it as a dishwasher water inlet valve intended to regulate water entering the tub.
The stated compatibility list includes selected LG and Kenmore dishwasher models and multiple replacement part numbers.
Installation instructions call for disconnecting power and water before removing the existing valve.

Price

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Pros and cons

Pros

A barb-style outlet and stated connection dimensions help buyers compare the valve with the existing part.
The listing supplies several cross-reference part numbers and a model compatibility list.

Technical specifications

12 specifications

Identity
Brand	Sikawai
Model	5221DD1001E
Manufacturer part number	5221DD1001E-C
Replacement part numbers	5221DD1001E, AP5804631, PS8769826, 2977831

Connections and construction
Inlet connection size	0.39 inches
Outlet connection type	Barb
Outlet connection size	0.27 inches
Number of ports	2
Exterior finish	Plastic
Size	4.5 x 3.5 inches

Electrical
Operating voltage and power	12V DC 6W

Package quantity
Number of items	1

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listing gives inconsistent inlet specifications: one section states a 0.39-inch inlet, while another describes a 0.35-inch brass inlet. It also conflicts between the listed 0.39-inch inlet and 0.35-inch description, and gives no independent confirmation of electrical or model compatibility. Check the exact replacement part, connection, and voltage for your dishwasher before purchase. Its installation guidance requires disconnecting both power and water.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Owners of a listed compatible LG or Kenmore dishwasher who have confirmed that 5221DD1001E or a stated cross-reference matches their existing valve.
Repairers seeking a replacement valve for a reported slow-fill, no-fill, continuous-fill, leak, or IE-code issue after confirming the valve is the cause.

Less suited to

Buyers who have not verified the dishwasher model, part number, inlet connection, or electrical requirements.
Anyone seeking a complete dishwasher repair kit, since no package inventory beyond the one-item count is supplied.

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Only aggregate ratings are provided, with a very small number of ratings and no review comments. The favorable rating is too limited to establish reliability, fit, or installation experience. For buyers, matching the replacement number and resolving the listed connection and electrical discrepancies matters more than the rating alone.

Frequently asked questions

Which dishwashers does this valve fit?

The listing names selected LG and Kenmore models, but compatibility is not independently confirmed. Compare your dishwasher model and existing valve part number with the listing before ordering.

What replacement numbers does the listing provide?

It names 5221DD1001E, AP5804631, PS8769826, and 2977831 as replacement part numbers, while the product title also says it replaces 5221DD1001C.

Are the inlet dimensions and electrical details consistent?

No. The details list a 0.39-inch inlet, while the description calls it a 0.35-inch brass inlet. The description also claims 12V DC 6W. Verify the required connection and electrical specifications for your appliance.

What does installation involve?

The listing describes removing the bottom cover, disconnecting wiring and water connections, and replacing the valve with common hand tools. It instructs users to disconnect power and water first.