MANUFACTURER REFERENCE

Whirlpool Dishwashers

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

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Error-code reference

F1E1Whirlpool · DishwashersWhirlpool identifies a possible control-module problem.F1E1 on the documented Whirlpool dishwasher family: control module alert, the first owner check, and when to request service.F1E2Whirlpool · DishwashersThe main control is reporting a communication problem.F1E2 on the documented Whirlpool dishwasher family: main control communication, the first owner check, and when to request service.F2E1Whirlpool · DishwashersA stuck key or console error is a potential cause.F2E1 on the documented Whirlpool dishwasher family: stuck key or console alert, the first owner check, and when to request service.F3E2Whirlpool · DishwashersWhirlpool points to the thermistor or optical water indicator sensor.F3E2 on the documented Whirlpool dishwasher family: thermistor or owi sensor, the first owner check, and when to request service.F4E2Whirlpool · DishwashersThe dishwasher has reported a heating-system concern.F4E2 on the documented Whirlpool dishwasher family: heating system alert, the first owner check, and when to request service.F6E1Whirlpool · DishwashersThe user interface or main control may have a problem.F6E1 on the documented Whirlpool dishwasher family: user interface and main control, the first owner check, and when to request service.F6E3Whirlpool · DishwashersThe dishwasher has detected excessive foam.F6E3 on the documented Whirlpool dishwasher family: excess suds, the first owner check, and when to request service.F6E4Whirlpool · DishwashersThe water float switch is a potential source of the alert.F6E4 on the documented Whirlpool dishwasher family: float switch and leveling, the first owner check, and when to request service.F7E2Whirlpool · DishwashersThe dishwasher has reported a wash-motor error.F7E2 on the documented Whirlpool dishwasher family: wash motor alert, the first owner check, and when to request service.F8E2Whirlpool · DishwashersThe fill valve has an electrical-error indication.F8E2 on the documented Whirlpool dishwasher family: fill valve electrical alert, the first owner check, and when to request service.F8E4Whirlpool · DishwashersThe leak-protection/drip-tray area needs attention; recent installation and excess suds are relevant checks.F8E4 on the documented Whirlpool dishwasher family: water in the drip tray, the first owner check, and when to request service.F8E5Whirlpool · DishwashersThe inlet valve may be stuck open.F8E5 on the documented Whirlpool dishwasher family: fill valve stuck open, the first owner check, and when to request service.F9E1Whirlpool · DishwashersWater is taking too long to leave the dishwasher.F9E1 on the documented Whirlpool dishwasher family: long drain, the first owner check, and when to request service.F9E2Whirlpool · DishwashersWhirlpool identifies a drain-motor error.F9E2 on the documented Whirlpool dishwasher family: drain motor alert, the first owner check, and when to request service.F10E4Whirlpool · DishwashersThe dishwasher reports a diverter-valve error.F10E4 on the documented Whirlpool dishwasher family: diverter valve alert, the first owner check, and when to request service.F10E5Whirlpool · DishwashersWhirlpool identifies a possible diverter leak.F10E5 on the documented Whirlpool dishwasher family: diverter leak, the first owner check, and when to request service.H2OWhirlpool · DishwashersThe dishwasher is not detecting its water supply.H2O on the documented Whirlpool dishwasher family: water not detected, the first owner check, and when to request service.

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