ERROR CODE EXPLAINED
Maytag Front Load Washer
Maytag Front Load Washer F8 E3 Error Code
What it means
Maytag indicates F8 E3 is an overflow condition caused by too much water or foam in the washer.
Try this first
- Use only High Efficiency (HE) detergent and measure it.
- If the home has very soft water, use less detergent if needed.
- Do not use non-HE detergent or more detergent than the manufacturer recommends.
- No-splash or easy-pour liquid chlorine bleach can create excessive suds because of its thickening agent.
- If that bleach contributed to the problem, use regular liquid bleach products instead.
- After the cycle finishes, run a Clean Washer cycle to remove excess detergent and buildup.
- Disconnect the washer from its power source for 5 minutes.
- If the washer is plugged into an outlet, leave it unplugged for the full 5 minutes.
- Reconnect power to the washer.
Can I keep using it?⚠ F8 E3 can be caused by excessive water or foam
Repair usually required?⚠ Correct detergent or bleach use, clean the washer, then perform the control reset
If the error keeps returning
Follow the linked Maytag F8 E3 detergent, cleaning, and reset guidance.
Official source
Troubleshooting information verified against manufacturer support documentation.
View manufacturer support page →Safety note:ApplianceSignal provides general troubleshooting information. Always follow the appliance manufacturer's safety instructions and disconnect power when required.