Amana · Washing machines
Amana Washer F21: Drainage problem
THE SHORT ANSWER
Drainage problem.
Amana washer F21 indicates drainage problem. The support page first directs owners to the drain hose for a kink or obstruction.
Look along the visible drain hose without pulling the washer apart.
Do not force a locked door, bypass a switch or open the cabinet. Shut water off before any hose removal.
WORK THROUGH THE BASICS
Safe troubleshooting checks
Use the checkboxes to keep track as you read. Stop at any warning or step that does not match your appliance.
Correct accessible pinching and compare the drain connection with installation instructions.
What to noteThe hose should provide an open drain path.
The documented restart is a five-minute power interruption. If F21 returns or water remains, arrange service.
What to noteDo not force a water-filled washer door.
YOUR NEXT DECISION
When to stop and get help
Contact Amana service if F21 returns after the applicable owner checks.
THE EVIDENCE
Sources & verification
Our explanations are editorial summaries of the documentation below. They do not replace the instructions for your exact appliance.
- F21 - Front Load Washer
Amana · Manufacturer support · Checked
Code meaning and owner troubleshooting — Amana front-load washers covered by the cited Product Help pages.