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KitchenAid Dishwashers

Error-code meanings and safe checks for KitchenAid dishwashers. Check each guide’s documented scope before applying it to your appliance.

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Error-code reference

F1E1KitchenAid · DishwashersThe control module may have a fault.KitchenAid dishwasher F1E1: The control module may have a fault. Check the documented scope, safe next action and service threshold.F1E2KitchenAid · DishwashersThe main control reports a communication error.KitchenAid dishwasher F1E2: The main control reports a communication error. Check the documented scope, safe next action and service threshold.F2E1KitchenAid · DishwashersA stuck key or console error has been detected.KitchenAid dishwasher F2E1: A stuck key or console error has been detected. Check the documented scope, safe next action and service threshold.F3E2KitchenAid · DishwashersThe thermistor or optical water indicator may have a fault.KitchenAid dishwasher F3E2: The thermistor or optical water indicator may have a fault. Check the documented scope, safe next action and service threshold.F4E2KitchenAid · DishwashersThe dishwasher reports a heating-system problem.KitchenAid dishwasher F4E2: The dishwasher reports a heating-system problem. Check the documented scope, safe next action and service threshold.F6E1KitchenAid · DishwashersThe user interface or main control reports an error.KitchenAid dishwasher F6E1: The user interface or main control reports an error. Check the documented scope, safe next action and service threshold.FAE4KitchenAid · DishwashersThe dishwasher reports a diverter-valve error.KitchenAid dishwasher FAE4: The dishwasher reports a diverter-valve error. Check the documented scope, safe next action and service threshold.F6E3KitchenAid · DishwashersExcessive suds are interfering with operation.KitchenAid dishwasher F6E3: Excessive suds are interfering with operation. Check the documented scope, safe next action and service threshold.F6E4KitchenAid · DishwashersThe water-float switch needs attention.KitchenAid dishwasher F6E4: The water-float switch needs attention. Check the documented scope, safe next action and service threshold.F8E2KitchenAid · DishwashersThe fill-valve electrical circuit has an error.KitchenAid dishwasher F8E2: The fill-valve electrical circuit has an error. Check the documented scope, safe next action and service threshold.F8E5KitchenAid · DishwashersThe inlet valve may be stuck open.KitchenAid dishwasher F8E5: The inlet valve may be stuck open. Check the documented scope, safe next action and service threshold.F9E2KitchenAid · DishwashersThe dishwasher reports a drain-motor error.KitchenAid dishwasher F9E2: The dishwasher reports a drain-motor error. Check the documented scope, safe next action and service threshold.FAE5KitchenAid · DishwashersThe dishwasher reports a diverter leak.KitchenAid dishwasher FAE5: The dishwasher reports a diverter leak. Check the documented scope, safe next action and service threshold.F8E4KitchenAid · DishwashersDrip-tray or overflow protection requires attention.Respond to KitchenAid F8E4 without interrupting the protective drain, and distinguish accessible observations from installer-only checks.F9E1KitchenAid · DishwashersThe dishwasher is taking too long to drain.Check accessible filters, drain routing and installation clues when a KitchenAid dishwasher shows F9E1.H2OKitchenAid · DishwashersThe dishwasher is not detecting water.Understand KitchenAid H2O, inspect the accessible supply valve and hose, and resume the cycle only after the supply problem is corrected.F7E2KitchenAid · DishwashersThe control reports a wash motor error.Learn the documented power-cycle check for KitchenAid F7E2 and when the wash motor alert requires a service appointment.

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