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Whirlpool Dishwasher Error Codes

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

31 error codes currently available
1 Pause 1 Pause
This flashing-light pattern corresponds to an F1 E1 dishwasher fault.
10 Pause 5 Pause
This flashing-light pattern corresponds to an F10 E5 dishwasher fault.
6 Pause 1 Pause
This flashing-light pattern corresponds to an F6 E1 dishwasher fault.
8 Pause 1 Pause
This flashing-light pattern indicates a water-fill fault such as F8 E1 or H2O.
8 Pause 4 Pause
This flashing-light pattern corresponds to an F8 E4 water-in-drip-tray condition.
8 Pause 5 Pause
This flashing-light pattern corresponds to an F8 E5 fill-valve condition.
9 Pause 1 Pause
This flashing-light pattern corresponds to an F9 E1 long-drain condition.
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 condition using a two-part flashing sequence.
F1 E1
The dishwasher detected a control-module fault.
F1 E2
The dishwasher detected a main-control communication fault.
F10 E4
The dishwasher detected a diverter-valve error.
F10 E5
The dishwasher detected a diverter leak.
F2 E1
The dishwasher detected a stuck key or console error.
F2E2
The dishwasher detected a main-control communication error.
F3 E2
The dishwasher detected a thermistor or OWI sensor fault.
F4 E2
The dishwasher detected a heating-system fault.
F4 E3
The dishwasher detected a heating error.
F6 E3
The dishwasher detected excessive detergent suds.
F6 E4
The dishwasher detected a water-float switch condition.
F6E1
The dishwasher detected a communication problem involving the user interface and main control.
F7E2
The dishwasher detected a wash-motor error.
F8 E2
The dishwasher detected an electrical fault involving the fill valve.
F8 E5
The dishwasher detected a fill valve that may be stuck open.
F8E4
The dishwasher detected water in the drip tray.
F9 E2
The dishwasher detected a drain-motor error.
F9E1
The dishwasher is taking too long to drain or is not draining.
FA E4
The dishwasher detected a diverter-valve error.
FA E5
The dishwasher detected a diverter leak.
H2O
The dishwasher is not detecting the expected incoming water.
Sanitize Light Flashing
The dishwasher Sanitize indication is flashing instead of completing normally.

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