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Whirlpool front-load washers and Maytag washers error codes

21 washer error codes for Whirlpool front-load washers, what each one means and what to try, paraphrased from Whirlpool's own sources. Codes vary by model, so confirm in your own manual.

All codes

LOC / LC

What it means: Control Lock is on, so the buttons will not respond. You can usually fix this yourself.

What to try

  1. Press the Control Lock button (on some models press and hold it).
  2. Your Owner's Manual shows which button turns Control Lock on and off on older models.

Source: Error Codes in Front Load Washers (Whirlpool Product Help) (checked 2026-11-02)

dET

What it means: Detergent cartridge not detected in the dispenser (select models). You can usually fix this yourself.

What to try

  1. If you use single-load doses of detergent, you can ignore it.
  2. Otherwise make sure the cartridge is inserted correctly and the dispenser drawer is shut completely.

Source: Error Codes in Front Load Washers (Whirlpool Product Help) (checked 2026-11-02)

Int

What it means: The cycle was paused or canceled; the washer may spin and drain for 20 to 30 minutes. You can usually fix this yourself.

What to try

  1. Press the Pause or Cancel button twice and the Power button once to remove the code.
  2. If the code is still displayed, unplug the washer or disconnect the power for 5 minutes.

Source: Error Codes in Front Load Washers (Whirlpool Product Help) (checked 2026-11-02)

rL / F34

What it means: Items were found in the drum during the Clean Washer cycle. You can usually fix this yourself.

What to try

  1. Remove items from the drum and restart the Clean Washer cycle.

Source: Error Codes in Front Load Washers (Whirlpool Product Help) (checked 2026-11-02)

Sud / Sd

What it means: Too many suds; the washer adds rinse time to break them down. You can usually fix this yourself.

What to try

  1. Let the washer finish its extra rinsing; the pauses are normal.
  2. Use HE detergent in the right amount.

Source: Error Codes in Front Load Washers (Whirlpool Product Help) (checked 2026-11-02)

F5 E2

What it means: The door is not locking. You can usually fix this yourself.

What to try

  1. Make sure nothing is caught in the door and it shuts fully.
  2. Press Pause/Cancel twice, then Power once, to clear the code.

Source: Error Codes in Front Load Washers (Whirlpool Product Help) (checked 2026-11-02)

F7 E1

What it means: The motor cannot reach the right speed. You can usually fix this yourself.

What to try

  1. Check that all the shipping bolts have been removed.
  2. Check that the washer has not been overloaded.
  3. Press the Pause or Cancel button twice and the Power button once to clear the code.

Source: Error Codes in Front Load Washers (Whirlpool Product Help) (checked 2026-11-02)

F8 E1 / LO FL

What it means: The washer is getting too little water. You can usually fix this yourself.

What to try

  1. Turn the house water on and open both hot and cold taps fully.
  2. Check the fill hoses for kinks.
  3. Do not use anti-flood hoses or devices in the supply line.

Source: Error Codes in Front Load Washers (Whirlpool Product Help) (checked 2026-11-02)

F8 E2

What it means: Problem with the dispenser system (select models). You can usually fix this yourself.

What to try

  1. Check that the detergent drawer or cartridge is not clogged and clean it.

Source: Error Codes in Front Load Washers (Whirlpool Product Help) (checked 2026-11-02)

F9 E1

What it means: Draining is taking longer than expected (usually over 8 minutes). You can usually fix this yourself.

What to try

  1. Make sure the drain hose is not kinked or clogged, and use the U-shaped drain hose form.
  2. The drainpipe height must be between 39" (minimum) and 96" (maximum).
  3. Excessive suds can also delay draining; make sure you are using HE detergent.

Source: Error Codes in Front Load Washers (Whirlpool Product Help) (checked 2026-11-02)

Other F# E#

What it means: Any other F/E fault code. This one often needs a licensed technician.

What to try

  1. Unplug the washer or disconnect the power for 5 minutes and reconnect it.
  2. Reselect the cycle and press Start.
  3. If the code persists, schedule service so a qualified technician can diagnose the washer.

Source: Error Codes in Front Load Washers (Whirlpool Product Help) (checked 2026-11-02)

HC on Maytag top-load HE washers

What it means: The hot and cold inlet hoses are reversed. You can usually fix this yourself.

What to try

  1. Turn off the water supply and reverse the hoses.
  2. Run another cycle to verify the hoses are correct.

Source: Error Codes in Top Load HE Washers (Maytag Product Help) (checked 2026-11-02)

LdL on Maytag top-load HE washers

What it means: The lid will not lock. You can usually fix this yourself.

What to try

  1. Check for items directly under the lid that keep it from locking.
  2. Check for detergent build-up around the lid lock mechanism.

Source: Error Codes in Top Load HE Washers (Maytag Product Help) (checked 2026-11-02)

LdU on Maytag top-load HE washers

What it means: Objects on the washer lid are preventing it from unlocking. You can usually fix this yourself.

What to try

  1. Take objects such as a laundry basket off the lid.

Source: Error Codes in Top Load HE Washers (Maytag Product Help) (checked 2026-11-02)

LF / Lo FL / F8 E1 on Maytag top-load HE washers

What it means: The washer is taking too long to fill. You can usually fix this yourself.

What to try

  1. Turn on the house water and open both hot and cold taps fully; the washer needs both.

Source: Error Codes in Top Load HE Washers (Maytag Product Help) (checked 2026-11-02)

lid on Maytag top-load HE washers

What it means: The lid was left open. You can usually fix this yourself.

What to try

  1. Close the lid. If it stays open over 10 minutes the cycle resets and drains; start again without adding more detergent.

Source: Error Codes in Top Load HE Washers (Maytag Product Help) (checked 2026-11-02)

Ofb on Maytag top-load HE washers

What it means: The load is out of balance and the washer is trying to correct it. You can usually fix this yourself.

What to try

  1. Allow the washer to continue.
  2. If the dial is flashing and the washer has stopped, redistribute the load, close the lid and press Start/Pause.

Source: Error Codes in Top Load HE Washers (Maytag Product Help) (checked 2026-11-02)

OL on Maytag top-load HE washers

What it means: The load is too large; the washer drained the water. You can usually fix this yourself.

What to try

  1. Take out some items, add HE detergent, close the lid and press Start/Pause.

Source: Error Codes in Top Load HE Washers (Maytag Product Help) (checked 2026-11-02)

PF on Maytag top-load HE washers

What it means: A power failure interrupted the cycle. You can usually fix this yourself.

What to try

  1. Press and hold Start to resume, or press Power to clear the display.

Source: Error Codes in Top Load HE Washers (Maytag Product Help) (checked 2026-11-02)

Sud on Maytag top-load HE washers

What it means: Too many suds in the washer. You can usually fix this yourself.

What to try

  1. Always use HE (high-efficiency) detergent.

Source: Error Codes in Top Load HE Washers (Maytag Product Help) (checked 2026-11-02)

F# E# / F## on Maytag top-load HE washers

What it means: A system error code. This one often needs a licensed technician.

What to try

  1. Press Start/Pause once to clear, then again to restart.
  2. If it will not clear, schedule service.

Source: Error Codes in Top Load HE Washers (Maytag Product Help) (checked 2026-11-02)

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