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Maytag Top Load Washer Error Codes
Find plain-language explanations for MaytagTop Load Washer error codes, common causes, and troubleshooting steps you can try before requesting repair service.
64 error codes currently available
Add Garment Light On
Maytag says the "Add Garment" light means you can pause the cycle and add items.
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Cycle Complete Light On
Maytag says the Cycle Complete light turns on when the washer cycle is finished.
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dLO
Maytag indicates the washer lid is not locking. An item under the lid or detergent buildup around the lid-lock mechanism may be preventing it from locking.
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Done Light On
Maytag indicates the Done light means the washer cycle has finished.
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drn
drn means the washer is not draining properly and the condition can be related to installation.
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dU
Maytag says dU means the lid cannot unlock because the washer detects an object on top of the lid.
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F0 E0
Maytag recommends resetting the top-load washer control for this code before further troubleshooting.
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F0 E2
Maytag indicates F0 E2 means the washer detected too many suds during the cycle.
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F0 E3
Maytag indicates F0 E3 means the washer load is too heavy and the overload recovery cycle is running.
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F0 E4
Maytag indicates the washer senses that the water temperature is too hot.
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F0 E5
Maytag indicates F0 E5 means the load is unbalanced or too large.
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F0 E7
Maytag indicates F0 E7 means clothing was detected while the washer was attempting to run the Clean Washer cycle.
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F0 E8
Maytag indicates F0 E8 means too much residual water was detected in the washer.
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F0 E9
Maytag indicates the washer detected an unbalanced load. An uneven load can cause noise, vibration, reduced spin speed, longer cycle times, and clothing that remains wet.
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F1 E1
Maytag recommends resetting the top-load washer control for this code before further troubleshooting.
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F1 E2
Maytag recommends resetting the top-load washer control for this code before further troubleshooting.
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F2 E1
Maytag recommends resetting the top-load washer control for this code before further troubleshooting.
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F2 E2
Maytag identifies this as a washer keypad code and recommends resetting the washer control.
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F2 E3
Maytag indicates there may be an issue with the appliance control unit, user interface, or associated wiring.
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F2 E4
Maytag indicates there may be an issue with the washer user interface or associated wiring.
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F2 E5
The F2 E5 alert indicates an issue with the user interface or associated wiring.
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F3 E1
Maytag indicates F3 E1 means the washer cannot detect the water level and there may be an issue with the appliance control unit or associated wiring.
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F3 E2
Maytag indicates F3 E2 can be related to the hot and cold inlet hoses being connected incorrectly.
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F3 E3
Maytag recommends resetting the top-load washer control for this code before further troubleshooting.
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F3 E5
Maytag labels F3 E5 as the Mini Dispenser code.
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F5 E1
Maytag identifies F5 E1 as a Door Switch error code.
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F5 E2
Maytag indicates the washer cannot engage the lid lock because something may be obstructing the lid-lock area.
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F5 E3
Maytag recommends resetting the top-load washer control for this code before further troubleshooting.
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F5 E4
Maytag indicates the washer detected that the lid is open.
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F6 E1
Maytag recommends resetting the top-load washer control for this code before further troubleshooting.
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F6 E2
Maytag identifies this as a washer reboot alert involving the appliance control unit, user interface, or associated wiring.
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F6 E3
Maytag identifies this as a washer reboot alert involving the appliance control unit, user interface, or associated wiring.
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F7 E0
Maytag does not provide a separate fault description for F7 E0 in this Product Help article; it directs you to reset the washer control.
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F7 E1
Maytag recommends resetting the top-load washer control for this code before further troubleshooting.
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F7 E2
Maytag indicates there may be an issue with the appliance control unit, user interface, or associated wiring.
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F7 E4
Maytag labels F7 E4 as the Shifter code and directs you to reset the washer control.
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F7 E5
Maytag recommends resetting the top-load washer control for this code before further troubleshooting.
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F7 E6
Maytag recommends resetting the top-load washer control for this code before further troubleshooting.
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F7 E7
Maytag indicates there may be an issue with the appliance control unit, user interface, or associated wiring.
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F7 E9
Maytag indicates F7 E9 may involve the main router, user interface, or associated wiring.
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F8 E1
Maytag indicates F8 E1 means the washer is not detecting the correct amount of incoming water.
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F8 E2
Maytag labels F8 E2 as the Bulk Dispenser code.
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F8 E3
Maytag recommends resetting the top-load washer control for this code before further troubleshooting.
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F8 E6
Maytag indicates F8 E6 can have two meanings depending on the washer model: the lid is open during the soak cycle, or the washer did not detect hot water.
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F9 E1
Maytag indicates F9 E1 means the washer is experiencing a long-drain condition.
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Fd
Maytag says Fd indicates the washer was returned to Factory Default settings.
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Fill or Sensing Light On
Maytag says the Sensing/Fill light normally indicates the washer is determining load size and balance before filling to the appropriate level.
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HC
Maytag says HC means the hot and cold inlet hoses are reversed.
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Ld
The washer is taking too long to drain.
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LdL
LdL means the washer lid is not locking.
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LdU
LdU means the washer cannot unlock the lid because something may be resting on it.
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LF
Maytag says LF/F8 E1 is a long-fill alert: the washer is taking too long to fill.
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Lid
Lid means the washer lid was left open.
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Lid Light Flashing
Maytag says a flashing Lid light can occur while the washer is checking or trying to lock the lid, and the lid must close correctly for normal operation.
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Multiple Lights Flashing
Maytag associates multiple flashing lights in this guidance with an out-of-balance load that the washer may be unable to correct automatically.
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Ofb
OFb means the washer load is out of balance and the washer is attempting a load-balance correction.
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OL
Maytag says oL means the washer load is too large.
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PF
Maytag says PF means the wash cycle was interrupted by a power failure.
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Rinse Light On
Maytag explains that certain cycles use a normal spray rinse that adds water while the basket spins.
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Sd / 5d
Maytag says Sd/Sud means excessive suds and that the washer is running a suds-reduction routine.
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Spin Light Flashing
Maytag says a flashing Spin light can be associated with an out-of-balance load or a drain hose that is too far into the standpipe/tub, kinked, or blocked.
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Sud
Sud means there are excessive suds in the washer.
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uL
The washer detected an unbalanced load.
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Wash Light On or Flashing
Maytag says the Wash light can stay on or flash when the water level is not changing as expected.
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Manufacturer information
ApplianceSignal troubleshooting information is based on manufacturer support documentation and rewritten in plain language.