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Whirlpool washer error codes at a glance
Whirlpool washer error codes at a glance: these are not manufacturer-name substitutions. Every Whirlpool washer record maps a real displayed code to its documented meaning, applicable checks and stop condition.
Whirlpool washers report faults with codes such as F8 E1 for water inlet, F9 E1 for drain and LoC for the control lock. Check the taps, hoses and filters for inlet faults and the drain pump and hose for drain faults. LoC is a lock, not a fault; hold the lock button for three seconds to release it.
Whirlpool washer LoC or LC code: Control Lock is enabled rather than a mechanical failure
LoC or LC means Control Lock is enabled rather than a mechanical failure. Locate the control marked with a lock symbol or Control Lock label.
Open record Whirlpool washer · exact codeWhirlpool washer F0 E5 code: the load was detected as off balance
Open record Whirlpool washer · exact codeWhirlpool washer F5 E2 code: the washer cannot lock the door
Open record Whirlpool washer · exact codeWhirlpool washer F8 E1 or Lo FL code: the washer is not detecting enough incoming water
Open record Whirlpool washer · exact codeWhirlpool washer F9 E1 code: drain time exceeded the expected limit
Open record Whirlpool washer · exact codeWhirlpool washer Sud or Sd code: excessive detergent foam is slowing the cycle or drain
Open recordTroubleshooting a Whirlpool washer
Use HE detergent in the right amount, keep the lid or door open between loads and level the machine. If the washer stops mid-cycle, redistribute the load, since an unbalanced load triggers a shutdown, and unplug it for a minute to reset the control.
Whirlpool washers show F and E combinations, in which the first part names the area and the second narrows it, and codes such as F8 E1 for a fill problem and F5 E1 for a door or lid problem are among the most common. For a fill code check the taps, hoses and inlet screens, and for a lid or door code check the latch and that nothing is trapped in it.
Unplug the washer for a minute and restart. Maytag and Amana washers built by Whirlpool use many of the same codes. If a code returns after these checks, a part such as a valve, a switch or a board has probably failed and needs service.
Whirlpool top-loaders and front-loaders use F and E codes, and the first fix for many is to switch the washer off at the outlet for a minute, check the lid or door latch, make sure the taps are open and clear the drain hose. A load that is too large or an unbalanced load triggers spin and drain faults. If the washer is a Maytag or Amana built by Whirlpool, the same codes often apply.
Whirlpool sells top-load and front-load washers whose displays use different code families, so the first question to ask is which type you have. A top-load washer with a lid switch shows codes such as the F and E pairs, while a front-load washer with a door lock shows door and drain codes in its own table. If your machine shows no display, look at the light pattern instead. Whether the code is a message or a fault matters, since some codes are normal prompts, such as a reminder to run the cleaning cycle.
How do I turn off the control lock on a Whirlpool washer?
Press and hold the Control Lock button for about three seconds until the lock light goes off.
Do Maytag washers use Whirlpool codes?
Often yes, because Whirlpool makes them, but check your model.
How do I reset a Whirlpool washer?
Unplug it for about a minute, or switch off the breaker, then plug it in and run a short cycle to see whether the code returns.
Are all washer codes faults?
No, some are prompts such as a reminder to clean the machine.