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Amana Dishwasher Error Codes

Find plain-language explanations for AmanaDishwasher error codes, common causes, and troubleshooting steps you can try before requesting repair service.

36 error codes currently available
1 Pause 1 Pause
The dishwasher is communicating a diagnostic code using a two-part flashing-light sequence.
10 Pause 5 Pause
The dishwasher is communicating a diagnostic code using a two-part flashing-light sequence.
6 Pause 1 Pause
The dishwasher is communicating a diagnostic code using a two-part flashing-light sequence.
8 Pause 1 Pause
The dishwasher is communicating a diagnostic code using a two-part flashing-light sequence.
8 Pause 4 Pause
The dishwasher is communicating a diagnostic code using a two-part flashing-light sequence.
8 Pause 5 Pause
The dishwasher is communicating a diagnostic code using a two-part flashing-light sequence.
9 Pause 1 Pause
The dishwasher is communicating a diagnostic code using a two-part flashing-light sequence.
All Cycle and Option Lights Flashing
The dishwasher controls are signaling an operating or diagnostic condition.
Clean Light Flashing
The dishwasher is communicating a diagnostic code using the Clean light.
Control Light Flashing
The dishwasher control panel is reporting a status or diagnostic condition.
F1 E1
The dishwasher detected a control-module fault.
F1 E2
The dishwasher detected a main-control communication error.
F10 E4
The dishwasher is reporting a diverter valve error.
F10 E5
The dishwasher detected a diverter leak.
F2 E1
The dishwasher detected a stuck key or console error.
F2 E2
The dishwasher detected a main-control communication error.
F3 E2
The dishwasher detected a thermistor or OWI sensor problem.
F4 E2
The dishwasher detected a heating-system problem.
F4 E3
The dishwasher detected a heating error.
F6 E1
The dishwasher detected a user-interface or main-control error.
F6 E3
The dishwasher detected excessive suds.
F6 E4
The dishwasher detected a water-float-switch condition that can be caused by improper leveling.
F7 E2
The dishwasher detected a wash-motor error.
F8 E1
The dishwasher is not detecting incoming water.
F8 E2
The dishwasher detected an electrical problem with the fill valve.
F8 E4
The dishwasher detected water in the drip tray.
F8 E5
The dishwasher detected that the fill valve is stuck open.
F9 E1
The dishwasher detected a long-drain or not-draining condition.
F9 E2
The dishwasher detected a drain-motor error.
FA E4
The dishwasher is reporting a diverter valve error.
FA E5
The dishwasher detected a diverter leak.
Front Status Lights
The dishwasher front status light communicates the current operating state.
Front Status Lights Not Illuminated
The dishwasher front status light is not illuminated.
Glowing Red
The glowing red or Sani Rinse indicator is a cycle-status indication rather than a component fault; it can show that the sanitize option completed successfully.
H2O
The dishwasher is not detecting the expected incoming water.
Sanitize Light Flashing
The Sanitize cycle did not complete under the expected conditions.

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