68 troubleshooting guides

Whirlpool

Model-aware symptoms, error codes, and safe checks related to Whirlpool products. Confirm the full model number before ordering parts.

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Washing machine

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F5E2

Whirlpool washer F5E2 error

Whirlpool F5E2 indicates that the washer cannot confirm the door or lid lock has engaged on supported models, often because the latch area is obstructed or the lock mechanism is not completing its movement.

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F5E3

Whirlpool washer F5E3 error

Whirlpool F5E3 is a door/lid lock-state fault whose exact meaning depends on washer platform; some Whirlpool guidance treats it as a door-lock problem, while top-load guidance can describe a lid that will not unlock.

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F5E1

Whirlpool washer F5E1 error

Whirlpool F5E1 is a door-switch or lid-switch state fault on supported washer families: the control is not seeing the expected closed-door signal even though the door may appear shut.

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F8E1

Whirlpool washer F8E1 error

The F8E1 display on many Whirlpool washing machines indicates that the washer is not receiving enough water. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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F9E1

Whirlpool washer F9E1 error

The F9E1 display on many Whirlpool washing machines indicates that the washer is taking too long to drain. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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rL / F34 / F0E1

Whirlpool washer rL code

The rL code on supported Whirlpool front-load washers means the machine detected clothing or another item in the drum after the Clean Washer cycle was selected. Empty the drum completely and restart that cleaning cycle.

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F0E2

Whirlpool washer F0E2 error

The F0E2 display on many Whirlpool washing machines indicates that excess suds were detected. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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F0E3

Whirlpool washer F0E3 error

The F0E3 display on many Whirlpool washing machines indicates that the load is too large. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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F1E1

Whirlpool washer F1E1 error

The F1E1 display on many Whirlpool washing machines indicates that the main control detected a fault. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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F1E2

Whirlpool washer F1E2 error

The F1E2 display on many Whirlpool washing machines indicates that the motor-control electronics detected a fault. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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F2E1

Whirlpool washer F2E1 error

The F2E1 display on many Whirlpool washing machines indicates that a control-panel key is stuck. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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F3E1

Whirlpool washer F3E1 error

The F3E1 display on many Whirlpool washing machines indicates that the pressure sensor is abnormal. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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F3E2

Whirlpool washer F3E2 error

The F3E2 display on many Whirlpool washing machines indicates that the water-temperature sensor is abnormal. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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F4E1

Whirlpool washer F4E1 error

The F4E1 display on many Whirlpool washing machines indicates that the wash-water heater is abnormal. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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F4E2

Whirlpool washer F4E2 error

The F4E2 display on many Whirlpool washing machines indicates that the heater control circuit is abnormal. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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F5E4

Whirlpool washer F5E4 error

The F5E4 display on many Whirlpool washing machines indicates that the door was not opened between cycles. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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F6E1

Whirlpool washer F6E1 error

The F6E1 display on many Whirlpool washing machines indicates that the main and motor controls are not communicating. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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F7E1

Whirlpool washer F7E1 error

The F7E1 display on many Whirlpool washing machines indicates that the motor cannot reach expected speed. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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F7E5

Whirlpool washer F7E5 error

The F7E5 display on many Whirlpool washing machines indicates that the shifter position cannot be confirmed. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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F7E6

Whirlpool washer F7E6 error

The F7E6 display on many Whirlpool washing machines indicates that the motor cannot drive the basket. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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F8E3

Whirlpool washer F8E3 error

The F8E3 display on many Whirlpool washing machines indicates that the washer detected an overflow. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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F8E5

Whirlpool Laundry Tower F8E5

Whirlpool documents F8E5 on supported Laundry Tower washer sections as a reversed water-supply condition. The first checks are installation-specific: verify hot-to-hot and cold-to-cold connections, then reset the control for five minutes.

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F8E6

Whirlpool washer F8E6 error

The F8E6 display on many Whirlpool washing machines indicates that water is entering in an unsafe cycle state. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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F9E2

Whirlpool washer F9E2 error

The F9E2 display on many Whirlpool washing machines indicates that the drain-pump drive is abnormal. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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F9E3

Whirlpool washer F9E3 error

The F9E3 display on many Whirlpool washing machines indicates that the drain system is too slow. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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LOC

Whirlpool washer LOC error

The LOC display on many Whirlpool washing machines indicates that control lock is enabled. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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Int

Whirlpool washer Int error

The Int display on many Whirlpool washing machines indicates that the cycle was interrupted. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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rL

Whirlpool washer rL error

The rL display on many Whirlpool washing machines indicates that a load was detected during cleaning. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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Sd / SUD

Whirlpool washer Sd / SUD error

The Sd / SUD display on many Whirlpool washing machines indicates that excess suds are slowing operation. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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HC

Whirlpool top-load washer HC

On supported Whirlpool top-load washers, HC is an end-of-cycle installation warning that the hot and cold inlet hoses are reversed. Whirlpool tells users to shut off the water, swap the connections, and run another cycle to verify the correction.

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LF

Whirlpool washer LF error

The LF display on many Whirlpool washing machines indicates that the washer is taking too long to fill. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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Ld

Whirlpool washer Ld error

The Ld display on many Whirlpool washing machines indicates that the washer is taking too long to drain. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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oL

Whirlpool washer oL error

The oL display on many Whirlpool washing machines indicates that the washer is overloaded. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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uL

Whirlpool washer uL error

The uL display on many Whirlpool washing machines indicates that the load is unbalanced. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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dL

Whirlpool washer dL error

The dL display on many Whirlpool washing machines indicates that the door or lid cannot lock. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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dU

Whirlpool washer dU error

The dU display on many Whirlpool washing machines indicates that the door or lid cannot unlock. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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C1

Whirlpool washer C1 error

The C1 display on many Whirlpool washing machines indicates that water flow is too low. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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rL / F34 / F0E1

Whirlpool washer rL code

Whirlpool rL, F34, or F0E1 on supported front-load washers means the machine detected items in the drum while Clean Washer was selected. Remove every item, restart the empty cleaning cycle, and use one power reset only if rL returns with a confirmed empty drum.

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Dishwasher

Home appliances4 min
F1E1

Whirlpool dishwasher F1E1 error

The F1E1 display on many Whirlpool dishwashers indicates that the main control detected a fault. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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F1E2

Whirlpool dishwasher F1E2 error

The F1E2 display on many Whirlpool dishwashers indicates that the control memory is abnormal. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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F2E1

Whirlpool dishwasher F2E1 error

The F2E1 display on many Whirlpool dishwashers indicates that a control-panel key is stuck. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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F3E1

Whirlpool dishwasher F3E1 error

The F3E1 display on many Whirlpool dishwashers indicates that the temperature sensor is abnormal. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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F3E2

Whirlpool dishwasher F3E2 error

The F3E2 display on many Whirlpool dishwashers indicates that the soil sensor is abnormal. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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F4E1

Whirlpool dishwasher F4E1 error

The F4E1 display on many Whirlpool dishwashers indicates that the wash-motor circuit is abnormal. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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F4E3

Whirlpool dishwasher F4E3 error

The F4E3 display on many Whirlpool dishwashers indicates that the wash motor is not running. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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F5E1

Whirlpool dishwasher F5E1

Whirlpool service documentation associates dishwasher F5E1 with a door-switch problem. The important distinction from F5E2 is that F5E1 concerns the control not seeing the expected door-switch state during operation, while F5E2 is tied to the control expecting the door to have been opened between cycles.

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F5E2

Whirlpool dishwasher F5E2

Whirlpool dishwasher service documentation associates F5E2 with the control expecting a door-open event between cycles but not detecting one. Typical context includes starting a new cycle without the door having been opened since the previous cycle or a door-switch contact that remains stuck closed.

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F6E1

Whirlpool dishwasher F6E1 error

The F6E1 display on many Whirlpool dishwashers indicates that the dishwasher is not detecting water. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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F6E2

Whirlpool dishwasher F6E2 error

The F6E2 display on many Whirlpool dishwashers indicates that the inlet-valve circuit is abnormal. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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F6E3

Whirlpool dishwasher F6E3 error

The F6E3 display on many Whirlpool dishwashers indicates that suds or air affect water-level sensing. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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F6E4

Whirlpool dishwasher F6E4 error

The F6E4 display on many Whirlpool dishwashers indicates that the overfill float is raised. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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F7E1

Whirlpool dishwasher F7E1 error

The F7E1 display on many Whirlpool dishwashers indicates that the water did not heat as expected. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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F7E2

Whirlpool dishwasher F7E2 error

The F7E2 display on many Whirlpool dishwashers indicates that the heater appears to remain on. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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F8E1

Whirlpool dishwasher F8E1 error

The F8E1 display on many Whirlpool dishwashers indicates that the dishwasher is draining too slowly. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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F8E2

Whirlpool dishwasher F8E2 error

The F8E2 display on many Whirlpool dishwashers indicates that the drain-pump circuit is abnormal. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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F9E1

Whirlpool dishwasher F9E1 long drain

Whirlpool defines dishwasher F9E1 as a Long Drain condition: the machine is not removing water within the expected time. Whirlpool's user-level checks focus first on the filter, drain hose, disposer connection, air gap, installation, and excessive suds rather than assuming the drain motor itself has failed.

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F9E2

Whirlpool dishwasher F9E2 drain motor error

Whirlpool defines dishwasher F9E2 as a Drain Motor Error. External restrictions still need to be ruled out first, but unlike the F9E1 long-drain code, a returning F9E2 specifically points the diagnostic path toward the drain-motor system after the disposer, hose, and installation checks are cleared.

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F9E3

Whirlpool dishwasher F9E3 error

The F9E3 display on many Whirlpool dishwashers indicates that the diverter feedback is missing. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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FAE1

Whirlpool dishwasher FAE1 error

The FAE1 display on many Whirlpool dishwashers indicates that the detergent dispenser is abnormal. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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FAE2

Whirlpool dishwasher FAE2 error

The FAE2 display on many Whirlpool dishwashers indicates that the vent actuator is abnormal. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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H2O

Whirlpool dishwasher H2O error

The H2O display on many Whirlpool dishwashers indicates that the dishwasher is not receiving enough water. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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2-1

Whirlpool dishwasher 2-1 error

The 2-1 display on many Whirlpool dishwashers indicates that a keypad button is stuck. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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4-3

Whirlpool dishwasher 4-3 error

The 4-3 display on many Whirlpool dishwashers indicates that the wash motor is not running. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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6-1

Whirlpool dishwasher 6-1 error

The 6-1 display on many Whirlpool dishwashers indicates that the dishwasher is not detecting water. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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6-4

Whirlpool dishwasher 6-4 error

The 6-4 display on many Whirlpool dishwashers indicates that the overfill float is raised. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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7-1

Whirlpool dishwasher 7-1 error

The 7-1 display on many Whirlpool dishwashers indicates that the water did not heat. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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8-1

Whirlpool dishwasher 8-1 error

The 8-1 display on many Whirlpool dishwashers indicates that the dishwasher is draining too slowly. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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9-1

Whirlpool dishwasher 9-1 error

The 9-1 display on many Whirlpool dishwashers indicates that the diverter position cannot be confirmed. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.