Aprilaire humidifier solenoid

[jrs3205]

I am looking for a replacement solenoid (4040) for an Aprilaire series 500 humidifier. The new replacement part is about half the cost of a new unit. Anyone know where to find a used part in good condition?

[browntigerus]

I don't know what new A500 worth.....

But look at amazon - $42

[coolwhip]

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[scottsacavsfan]

Whats wrong with the valve?
Does it still click?
I see these things get replaced all the time only to find out it is simply cloged with dirt;)

[jrs3205]

I have routinely cleaned the valve to avoid that problem. But the last time I stripped the plastic threads. It would be ideal if I could just find a new plastic piece because the rest of the solenoid valve is ok. Maybe that's why the newer valves are all metal.

[browntigerus]

A ticket will be mailed to you for rules violation.:p :mad:

Does it include picture of me while typing that message? If not you have no proof :)


Good Lord cool, how could you possibly have 8000+ messages...

[danielworkerbee]

install an inline ice maker type waterfilter and just change that when you have no waterflow, stripped plastic threads are a problem. luck dan