Amana Dryer F3 E2 / F3 E5: Missing moisture-sensor readings

Documentation checkedBy ErrHiveUpdated October 28, 2026

THE SHORT ANSWER

Missing moisture-sensor readings.

Amana dryer F3 E2 / F3 E5 indicates missing moisture-sensor readings. The cited guidance says the message can follow five loads without moisture data. Tiny loads or an unlevel dryer may miss the sensors.

First safe check

Consider whether recent loads contained only one or two items.

Applies to

Amana dryers covered by the cited Product Help code pages; confirm the model manual.

Codes covered by this guide

F3 E2F3 E5

Before you start

Do not open electrical covers or bypass safety switches. Stop use for smoke, burning odor or overheating.

Go to safe checks

WORK THROUGH THE BASICS

Safe troubleshooting checks

0 of 2 checked

Use the checkboxes to keep track as you read. Stop at any warning or step that does not match your appliance.

Improve sensor contact
Check level at the cabinet edge and use a suitable larger load on an automatic cycle.
What to note
Clothing can contact the moisture sensors.
Clear and reassess
Press Power. If the message recurs with ordinary loads and a level installation, contact service.
What to note
The readings should return during normal use.

THE DETAILS MATTER

Scope & troubleshooting notes

Important distinction

F3 E2 and F3 E5 have different power-cycle timings in their support pages; consult the exact linked code page if needed.

Applies to the documented family

Use the cited Amana guidance with your model manual. The same display on another appliance can mean something different.

YOUR NEXT DECISION

When to stop and get help

Contact Amana service if F3 E2 / F3 E5 returns after the applicable owner checks.

Record what you see

Keep the full model number, exact displayed code, and your observations together for the next conversation.

Use the right support

Contact the manufacturer or a qualified appliance technician when the guide calls for service.

Amana support

THE EVIDENCE

Sources & verification

Our explanations are editorial summaries of the documentation below. They do not replace the instructions for your exact appliance.

F3 E2 - Error Code - Dryer
Amana · Manufacturer support · Checked Oct 28, 2026
Code meaning and owner troubleshooting — Amana dryers covered by the cited Product Help code pages.
F3 E5 - Error Code - Dryer
Amana · Manufacturer support · Checked Oct 28, 2026
Code meaning and owner troubleshooting — Amana dryers covered by the cited Product Help code pages.

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