Y10T137/7062

REFRIGERATOR APPLIANCE AND WATER VALVE MOUNTING SYSTEM

A refrigerator includes a cabinet, a water system, and a bracket. The cabinet defines a machine compartment. The water system is configured to receive water from a supply source. The water system has a valve configured to control water flow through the water system. The bracket is secured to the cabinet within the machine compartment. The bracket includes first, second, and third planar sections. The first planar section is pivotably secured to the second planar section via a first hinge. The second planar section is pivotably secured to the third planar section via a second hinge. The first, second, and third planar sections are oriented along the hinges such that the first, second, and third planar sections form an enclosure. The valve is secured to the bracket within the enclosure.