This valve is used for cold water, bleach dispenser, and prewash cycles. It has a standard hose fitting inlet with 2 outlets facing 45 degrees to the right and one outlet facing 45 degrees to the left. The water inlet valve opens to allow the water to enter the washing machine. If your washer will not fill with water, is leaking, or will not stop filling with water, you may need to replace the valve. Please remember to disconnect the power to your washer, remove the fill hoses on the back and pull out the washer to have access to the back before you start your repair. This valve is a genuine OEM part.