Common error codes our technicians see in the field. Find your code, learn what it means, and book a diagnostic if you need one.
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Below are 30 common Whirlpool error codes our technicians see in the field, ordered by severity. Find your code, see what it typically means, and call us if you need expert help. transparent service-call pricing (applied to repair).
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| F1 E0 | Main control board communication error. Models: Whirlpool Gold, Duet, Cabrio Fix: Technician will check wiring harness and replace main control board if necessary. |
| F1 E1 | Main control board error. Models: Whirlpool Gold, Duet, Cabrio Fix: Technician will inspect main control board for damage and replace if needed. |
| F1 E2 | Main control board error. Models: Whirlpool Gold, Duet, Cabrio Fix: Technician will inspect main control board for damage and replace if needed. |
| F10:10 | Main control board communication error. Models: Whirlpool Gold, Duet, Cabrio Fix: Technician will inspect wiring harness and replace main control board if necessary. |
| F6 E0 | Motor control error. Models: Whirlpool Gold, Duet, Cabrio Fix: Technician will diagnose motor control board issues and replace the board or motor if required. |
| F6 E1 | Motor control error. Models: Whirlpool Gold, Duet, Cabrio Fix: Technician will diagnose motor control board issues and replace the board or motor if required. |
| F8 E0 | Heating element error (dryer). Models: Whirlpool Gold, Duet, Cabrio Fix: Technician will inspect the heating element and thermostat for continuity, replacing parts as needed. |
| F8 E1 | Heating element error (dryer). Models: Whirlpool Gold, Duet, Cabrio Fix: Technician will inspect the heating element and thermostat for continuity, replacing parts as needed. |
| F80:80 | Heating element error (dryer). Models: Whirlpool Gold, Duet, Cabrio Fix: Technician will inspect the heating element and thermostat for continuity, replacing parts as needed. |
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| dL | Door lock error; washer door failed to lock or unlock. Models: Whirlpool Gold, Duet, Cabrio Fix: Technician will inspect and test the door lock mechanism and its associated wiring. |
| F2 E0 | User interface control board communication error. Models: Whirlpool Gold, Duet, Cabrio Fix: Technician will check wiring and connections to the user interface board, replacing it if faulty. |
| F2 E1 | User interface control board error. Models: Whirlpool Gold, Duet, Cabrio Fix: Technician will inspect the user interface control board for faults and replace if necessary. |
| F2 E2 | User interface control board error. Models: Whirlpool Gold, Duet, Cabrio Fix: Technician will inspect the user interface control board for faults and replace if necessary. |
| F20:20 | User interface control board communication error. Models: Whirlpool Gold, Duet, Cabrio Fix: Technician will check wiring and connections to the user interface board, replacing it if faulty. |
| F3 E0 | Water level sensor error. Models: Whirlpool Gold, Duet, Cabrio Fix: Technician will check the water level sensor and its wiring, replacing the sensor if defective. |
| F3 E1 | Water inlet valve error. Models: Whirlpool Gold, Duet, Cabrio Fix: Technician will test the water inlet valve and replace it if it is not functioning correctly. |
| F3 E2 | Water inlet valve error. Models: Whirlpool Gold, Duet, Cabrio Fix: Technician will test the water inlet valve and replace it if it is not functioning correctly. |
| F30:30 | Water level sensor error. Models: Whirlpool Gold, Duet, Cabrio Fix: Technician will check the water level sensor and its wiring, replacing the sensor if defective. |
| F4 E0 | Door lock mechanism error. Models: Whirlpool Gold, Duet, Cabrio Fix: Technician will inspect the door lock assembly and wiring, replacing the lock mechanism if faulty. |
| F4 E1 | Door lock mechanism error. Models: Whirlpool Gold, Duet, Cabrio Fix: Technician will inspect the door lock assembly and wiring, replacing the lock mechanism if faulty. |
| F5 E0 | Drain pump error. Models: Whirlpool Gold, Duet, Cabrio Fix: Technician will check the drain pump for obstructions or failure and replace if necessary. |
| F5 E1 | Drain pump error. Models: Whirlpool Gold, Duet, Cabrio Fix: Technician will check the drain pump for obstructions or failure and replace if necessary. |
| F50:50 | Drain pump error. Models: Whirlpool Gold, Duet, Cabrio Fix: Technician will check the drain pump for obstructions or failure and replace if necessary. |
| F7 E0 | Water temperature sensor error. Models: Whirlpool Gold, Duet, Cabrio Fix: Technician will test the water temperature sensor and replace it if it is not reading correctly. |
| F7 E1 | Water temperature sensor error. Models: Whirlpool Gold, Duet, Cabrio Fix: Technician will test the water temperature sensor and replace it if it is not reading correctly. |
| F9 E0 | Lid switch error (washer). Models: Whirlpool Gold, Duet, Cabrio Fix: Technician will check the lid switch assembly and its wiring for proper function and replace if defective. |
| F9 E1 | Lid switch error (washer). Models: Whirlpool Gold, Duet, Cabrio Fix: Technician will check the lid switch assembly and its wiring for proper function and replace if defective. |
| LF | Long fill detected; washer taking too long to fill. Models: Whirlpool Gold, Duet, Cabrio Fix: Technician will inspect water inlet screens, water pressure, and the water inlet valve. |
| uH | Unbalanced load detected; washer unable to reach spin speed. Models: Whirlpool Gold, Duet, Cabrio Fix: Technician will check load distribution, suspension, and motor for issues preventing proper spin. |
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| Sud | Excessive suds detected in the washer. Models: Whirlpool Gold, Duet, Cabrio Fix: Technician will check for sudsing issues, which may involve cleaning the tub or checking the drain system. |
Whirlpool codes often correspond to a broader appliance issue. Match your code to a symptom below:
Call us — we've seen most Whirlpool codes in the field. transparent service-call pricing (applied to repair).
Error code meanings are based on field observation by our technicians. Some codes may indicate multiple underlying issues — a diagnostic visit confirms the root cause. We are an independent appliance repair service and not affiliated with Whirlpool or its parent manufacturer. Codes shown reflect common scenarios across the Whirlpool product line; specific behavior may vary by model year and configuration.
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