Whirlpool · Washing machines
Whirlpool Washer CL: Clean Washer Reminder
THE SHORT ANSWER
The display is a reminder to run Clean Washer after 30 cycles.
CL: The display is a reminder to run Clean Washer after 30 cycles.
Check when the machine was last cleaned.
Keep hands out of a moving drum. Never force the door or bypass a lock.
WHAT YOU MAY NOTICE
Symptoms to record
- The display reports CL.
UNDERSTAND THE POSSIBILITIES
Causes & useful observations
A code identifies a condition. It does not, by itself, confirm which part needs repair.
| Possible cause | What to look for | Safe check / next step |
|---|---|---|
| Clean Washer Reminder | CL means cleaning in this documented family; it should not be assumed to mean control lock. | Check when the machine was last cleaned. |
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.
Run Clean Washer according to the owner manual, with laundry removed.
What to noteThe cleaning reminder clears after completion.
Whirlpool says the code also clears after three cycles; clearing alone does not clean the machine.
What to noteMaintenance is based on the cleaning instructions, not just the display.
THE DETAILS MATTER
Scope & troubleshooting notes
Before choosing instructions
Match the appliance family and complete display to the source; an identical code on another appliance can mean something different.
YOUR NEXT DECISION
When to stop and get help
Request service if CL remains or returns after the supported checks.
THE EVIDENCE
Sources & verification
Our explanations are editorial summaries of the documentation below. They do not replace the instructions for your exact appliance.
- CL Code - Front Load Washer
Whirlpool · Manufacturer support · Checked
Code meaning and Possible Solutions — Whirlpool front-load washers covered by the cited support article.