Bosch 87070026490 Water Valve
An OEM Bosch replacement water valve used to restore proper water flow control in Bosch service applications (listed under Bosch tankless water heater replacement parts) when the exact valve part number is required.
Key Features
- OEM replacement Water Valve (service part)
- Designed and manufactured by Bosch for proper fit and reliable operation in Bosch systems
Compatibility & Applications
- Listed for Bosch tankless water heater parts applications (compatibility must be confirmed using the unit's full model/serial and the manufacturer-specified replacement part number).
- Must only be used where the manufacturer specifies this exact part number: 87070026490.
Installation & Operation Notes
- Installation should be performed by a qualified service technician.
- Reference the specific unit's service/installation documentation for proper isolation/shutdown, safe access, and leak/operation checks after replacement.
- Bosch Home parts guidance indicates parts selection should be confirmed by the appliance model number (E-Nr) using the manufacturer's parts diagrams.
Maintenance & Troubleshooting
- Reviews associate replacement with symptoms like hot water temperature dropping or the appliance not performing properly, with the new valve restoring normal operation.
- If issues continue after replacement, follow the unit's troubleshooting procedure to confirm whether related parts (such as strainers or other water-flow components) also require inspection/service.
User Reviews & Q&A Summary
- Restores operation: Many reviewers report it was the correct part and that replacing it brought performance back (commonly "hot water again" on older water heaters).
- Service life / parts availability: Multiple comments emphasize being able to find parts for older equipment (often ~18 - 20 years in service).
- Install experience: Frequently described as easy to replace, though one reviewer notes removal of the old part can take some figuring out.
- Customer service/shipping: Strong themes of fast delivery and helpful support (including one case where a lost shipment was replaced quickly).
- Return experience: At least one reviewer notes it wasn't needed for their application and the return/refund process was easy.