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Whirlpool Top Load Washer Error Codes
Find plain-language explanations for WhirlpoolTop 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
The washer is indicating that additional garments can currently be added.
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Cycle Complete Light On
The washer is indicating that the wash cycle has completed.
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dLO
Whirlpool 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
Whirlpool indicates the Done light means the washer cycle has finished.
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drn
Whirlpool indicates DRN is a long-drain alert and the washer is taking too long to drain water.
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dU
Whirlpool identifies dU as a lid-unlock condition. The washer detects that something on top of the lid may be preventing the lid from unlocking.
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F0 E0
Whirlpool recommends resetting the top-load washer control for this code before further troubleshooting.
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F0 E8
Whirlpool indicates F0 E8 means too much residual water was detected in the washer.
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F0 E9
Whirlpool 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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F0E2
Whirlpool indicates F0 E2 means the washer detected too many suds during the cycle.
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F0E3
Whirlpool indicates F0 E3 means the washer load is too heavy and the overload recovery cycle is running.
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F0E4
Whirlpool indicates the washer senses that the water temperature is too hot.
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F0E5
Whirlpool indicates F0 E5 means the load is unbalanced or too large.
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F0E7
Whirlpool indicates F0 E7 means clothing was detected while the washer was attempting to run the Clean Washer cycle.
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F1 E1
Whirlpool recommends resetting the top-load washer control for this code before further troubleshooting.
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F1 E2
Whirlpool recommends resetting the top-load washer control for this code before further troubleshooting.
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F2 E1
Whirlpool recommends resetting the top-load washer control for this code before further troubleshooting.
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F2 E2
Whirlpool identifies this as a washer keypad code and recommends resetting the washer control.
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F2 E3
Whirlpool indicates there may be an issue with the appliance control unit, user interface, or associated wiring.
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F2 E4
Whirlpool 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
Whirlpool 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
Whirlpool indicates F3 E2 can be related to the hot and cold inlet hoses being connected incorrectly.
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F3 E3
Whirlpool recommends resetting the top-load washer control for this code before further troubleshooting.
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F3 E5
Whirlpool labels F3 E5 as the Mini Dispenser code.
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F5 E1
Whirlpool identifies F5 E1 as a Door Switch error code.
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F5 E3
Whirlpool recommends resetting the top-load washer control for this code before further troubleshooting.
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F5 E4
Whirlpool indicates the washer detected that the lid is open.
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F5E2
Whirlpool indicates the washer cannot engage the lid lock because something may be obstructing the lid-lock area.
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F6 E1
Whirlpool recommends resetting the top-load washer control for this code before further troubleshooting.
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F6 E2
Whirlpool identifies this as a washer reboot alert involving the appliance control unit, user interface, or associated wiring.
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F6 E3
Whirlpool identifies this as a washer reboot alert involving the appliance control unit, user interface, or associated wiring.
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F7 E0
Whirlpool 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
Whirlpool recommends resetting the top-load washer control for this code before further troubleshooting.
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F7 E2
Whirlpool indicates there may be an issue with the appliance control unit, user interface, or associated wiring.
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F7 E4
Whirlpool labels F7 E4 as the Shifter code and directs you to reset the washer control.
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F7 E5
Whirlpool recommends resetting the top-load washer control for this code before further troubleshooting.
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F7 E6
Whirlpool recommends resetting the top-load washer control for this code before further troubleshooting.
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F7 E7
Whirlpool indicates there may be an issue with the appliance control unit, user interface, or associated wiring.
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F7 E9
Whirlpool indicates F7 E9 may involve the main router, user interface, or associated wiring.
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F8 E2
Whirlpool labels F8 E2 as the Bulk Dispenser code.
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F8 E3
Whirlpool recommends resetting the top-load washer control for this code before further troubleshooting.
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F8 E6
Whirlpool 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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F8E1
Whirlpool indicates F8 E1 means the washer is not detecting the correct amount of incoming water.
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F9E1
Whirlpool indicates F9 E1 means the washer is experiencing a long-drain condition.
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Fd
Whirlpool identifies Fd as Factory Default. It indicates that the washer was returned to factory-default settings.
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Fill or Sensing Light On
The washer is filling or sensing the laundry load.
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HC
Whirlpool 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
Whirlpool 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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LdU
Whirlpool indicates the washer cannot unlock the lid because an object on top of the washer may be preventing it from unlocking.
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LF
Whirlpool says LF means the washer is taking too long to fill.
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Lid
Whirlpool indicates lid means the washer lid was left open.
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Lid Light Flashing
The washer is not detecting the lid as correctly closed or locked.
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Multiple Lights Flashing
The washer may be reporting an out-of-balance load or another diagnostic condition.
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OFb / ofb
Whirlpool indicates the washer could not correct an off-balance load automatically and needs the load redistributed manually.
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oL
Whirlpool identifies oL as an overloaded washer condition.
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PF
Whirlpool says PF means the wash cycle was interrupted by a power failure.
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Rinse Light On
Whirlpool explains that certain cycles use a normal spray rinse that adds water while the basket spins.
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Sd
Whirlpool says Sd or 5d indicates excessive suds and that the washer is running a suds-reduction routine.
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Spin Light Flashing
The washer may be attempting to correct an unbalanced-load or spin condition.
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Sud
Whirlpool indicates Sud or Sd means there are excessive suds in the washer.
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uL
Whirlpool identifies uL as an off-balance load condition that requires the load to be redistributed.
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Wash Light On or Flashing
The washer may not be detecting the expected change in water level.
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Manufacturer information
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