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Common Whirlpool Error Codes
| Failure Code # | Description of Fault Code | Solution for Fault Code |
| 4 Digit Failure Codes (for 2 digit codes see below) | ||
| F1 – E0 | EEPROM communication error | 1. Disconnect power for at least 30 seconds. 2. Re-apply power and observe for at least one minute. 3. If code re-appears, replace control board (also called ERC or clock). Note: Applies to all F1-E… codes except F1-E3. |
| F1 – E1 | EEPROM checksum error | |
| F1 – E2 | UL A/D error(s) | |
| F1 – E4 | Model ID error | |
| F1 – E5 | Calibration shifted | |
| F1 – E6 | Latch signal mismatch error | |
| F1 – E9 | Stack overflow | |
| F1 – E3 | Wiring harness cavity size does not match previously stored value | The “Cavity Size Select” jumpers in the wiring harness indicate a cavity size different from that which the control was previously configured for. Check the jumpers in the harness to make sure they agree with the actual oven size. |
| F2 – E0 | Shorted keypad (also called touch pad) | 1. Check keypad connector for firm connection (keypad connects to control board). 2. Press CANCEL. If error code returns after 60 seconds, replace keypad (also called touch pad or membrane switch). Some models incorporate keypad in to control board as one unit. In this case, replace control board (also called ERC or clock). |
| F2 – E1 | Keypad cable unplugged | |
| F2 – E5 | Cancel key drive line open | |
| F2 – E6 | Cancel key drive line open | |
| F3 – E0 | Oven temperature sensor (RTD) opened (upper oven, if double oven) | Replace Oven temperature sensor (RTD)
Note: Applies to all F3-E… codes. |
| F3 – E1 | Oven temperature sensor (RTD) shorted (upper oven, if double oven) | |
| F3 – E2 | Oven temperature is too high (Cook mode) | |
| F3 – E3 | Oven temperature is too high (Clean mode) | |
| F3 – E4 | Oven temperature sensor (RTD) opened (lower oven, if double oven) | |
| F3 – E5 | Oven temperature sensor (RTD) shorted (lower oven, if double oven) | |
| F3 – E6 | Warming drawer sensor open | |
| F3 – E7 | Warming drawer sensor shorted | |
| F4 – E1 | Meat probe malfunction – shorted | Problem could be with the probe, the receptacle, or probe circuit. Check probe. Look for pinched wire. Look for condensation or contamination on probe receptacle. Replace probe if all else checks out ok. |
| F5 – E0 | Door switches do not agree (condition exists when door switch is closed indicating an open door, and latch switch is closed indicating a locked door) | 1. If door latched: A. Disconnect power from unit. B. Check wires and connectors from control to door switch, then from door switch to control. If no damage to wires and all connectors okay, proceed to step C. C. Replace door switch. D. Re-apply power. E. Press and hold any key down for 1 minute to clear F5 failure code from memory. F2 will appear. Press CANCEL and observe for 1 minute to ensure operation is correct. 2. If door not latched: A. Disconnect power from unit. B. Check wires and connectors from control to latch switch, then from latch switch to control. If no damage to wires and all connectors okay, proceed to step C. C. Repeat steps A and B for door switch. 3. Measure door switch (door open = switch open small low voltage terminals). Replace switch if defective. 4. Measure latch switch (unlatch = switch open, CAUTION – oven light contacts are closed). Replace switch if defective. 5. If corrections are made in any step, reconnect power to control. Press and hold any key for 1 minute to clear R failure code from memory. F2 will appear. Press CANCEL and observe for 1 minute to ensure operation is correct. 6. If failure remains, disconnect power and replace control. Note: Applies to all F5-E… codes. |
| F5 – E1 | Self clean latch will not lock | |
| F5 – E2 | Latch during CLEAN error | |
| F5 – E5 | Self clean temperature not reached within 45 minutes. | |
| F5 – E6 | Door is open, but latch is locked | |
| F5 – E7 | Self clean latch will not unlock | |
| F6 – E0 | Return line not connected | If switch pulse return line is not connected, electronic control will display F6 within 60 seconds after power up. Replace control. |
| F7 – E1 | Common switch wire is defective | Common wire (+5VDC) to latch switch, and to door switch is shorted to chassis ground or neutral. A double oven will have two of each switch and one common wire. 1. Check connections at control and at the latch switch and door switch. 2. If all connections are good, then check the individual switches as outlined for the F5 failure. |
| Failure Code # | Description of Fault Code | Solution for Fault Code | |
| F0 | Board failure | Replace control board (also called ERC or clock). | |
| F1 | Board failure | Replace control board (also called ERC or clock). | |
| F2 | Oven temperature is too high | 1. Look for welded relay contacts on bake or broil relays. If this happens, replace oven control (also called clock or ERC). 2. For SELF CLEAN models: check door lock operation. 3. Look for a high resistance connection or any other cause of high resistance in the oven temperature sensor circuit. Check sensor, sensor harness and sensor harness connection at sensor and oven control. Replace sensor if found defective. Remember: Oven control (ERC) measures resistance of sensor circuit, not actual oven temperature. |
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| F3 | Oven temperature sensor (RTD) open | Replace Oven temperature sensor (RTD) | |
| F4 | Oven temperature sensor (RTD) shorted | Replace Oven temperature sensor (RTD) | |
| F5 | Board failure | Replace control board (also called ERC or clock). | |
| F7 | Function key stuck on ERC | Replace control board (also called ERC or clock). | |
| F8 | Board failure | Replace control board (also called ERC or clock). | |
| F9 | Oven door lock failure | Check wiring to door lock switch (the wire harness may be connected wrong). Check for stuck lock switch. |
| Failure Code # | Description of Fault Code | Solution for Fault Code | |
| FH | No water detected entering machine or Pressure switch trip not detected. | If after 30 seconds the control does not detect water entering machine and then valves will be turned off and the error code will be displayed. Or If the control has turned the water valves on and after 8 minutes the flow meter has detected 10.5 gallons of water passing through it, but has not detected the pressure switch trip, the valves will be turned off and the error code will flash. Press PAUSE/CANCEL twice to clear the display. Potential Causes • If there is no water in the unit: – Make sure that both valves at the water source(s) are turned on all the way. – Check for plugged or kinked inlet hoses or plugged screens in the inlet valves – Verify inlet valve operation • If there is water in the unit: – Verify Drain pump operation – Pressure Switch Hose is in good condition and properly connected to Tub and Pressure switch • Verify there is not a siphon problem • Verify wire harness connections to; Inlet Valves, Pressure Switch, Drain Pump, Flow Meter, and Central Control Unit (CCU) • Check all hoses for possible leaks • Verify pressure switch operation • Verify flow meter operation • Verify CCU operation Replace failed component. |
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| F02 | Long Drain | If the drain time exceeds 8 minutes, the water valves are turned off and F02 is flashed.
Press PAUSE/CANCEL twice to clear the display. NOTE: After 4 minutes the “Sud” error will be displayed, then 4 minutes later the F02 error code will be displayed. Potential Causes |
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| F05 | Water temperature sensor error | If during the water heating step in the wash cycle, the water temperature sensor (NTC) value is out of range, or the heating element circuit has failed, the F05 error code will be displayed.
Potential Causes • Check the Water Temperature Sensor, Heating Element and Element Relay Replace failed component. |
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| F06 | Drive motor tachometer error | The control is unable to properly detect motor speed and the machine will shut down. If a failure occurs during high-speed spin the door will be unlocked after 3 minutes.
Potential Causes • Check wire harness connections between the Drive Motor/Tachometer and the Motor ControlUnit (MCU), and between the MCU and the Central Control Unit (CCU) Replace failed component. |
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| F07 | Motor control unit error | The Central Control Unit has detected a short in the motor control unit. If a failure occurs during high-speed spin the door will be unlocked after 3 minutes.
Potential Causes • Check wire harness connections between the Drive Motor and the Motor Control Unit (MCU), and between the MCU and the Central Control Unit (CCU) Replace failed component. |
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| F09 | Overflow condition | If the Overflow contact on the pressure switch is Closed for more than 60 seconds an Overflow condition will occur. In an Overflow condition, the Door will remain locked, and the Drain Pump will run constantly, even if PAUSE/CANCEL is pressed twice and the Display is cleared. Unplug the unit to service.
Potential Causes • Check the drain hose and make sure it is not plugged or kinked Replace failed component. |
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| F10 | Motor Control Unit (MCU) heat sink thermal trip | If the thermal protector on the MCU heat sink gets too hot, it will open the thermal protector on the heat sink which will stop motor functions and an F10 will be displayed.
Potential Causes • Check for Proper Installation, verify the unit is not located near a source of heat and has proper ventilation. Replace failed component. |
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| F11 | Serial communication error | Communication between the Central Control Unit (CCU) and the Motor Control Unit (MCU) cannot be sent correctly.
Potential Causes • Check Wire Harness connections to the MCU, the motor, and Central Control Unit (CCU) Replace failed component. |
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| F13 | Dispenser circuit error | If the dispenser motor is not able to be driven to it’s proper position.
Potential Causes • Check mechanical linkage from dispenser motor to the top of the dispenser. Replace failed component. |
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| F14 | EEPROM error | The Central Control Unit (CCU) receives it’s data from an EEPROM onboard the CCU. If there is an error reading this data it will cause this error.
Potential Causes • A power glitch may cause this error. Try unplugging the Unit for two minutes to see if that fixes the error. Replace failed component. |
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| F15 | Motor Control Unit (MCU) error | If the MCU detects multiple resets or errors during a wash cycle it will go into this error mode.
Potential Causes • Check Wire Harness connections to the MCU, the motor, and Central Control Unit (CCU) Replace failed component. |
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| Sud | SUDS LOCK (Overdose of detergent detected during the wash cycle) | The motor control unit senses a suds lock condition by analyzing the current draw on the drive motor. If “Sud” is displayed a potential suds lock is detected. This may signify a bad pump, an extra heavy load, excessive detergent, or excessive suds.
Potential Causes • If too much detergent was used, run the unit through a Rinse/ Spin cycle then a Normal cycle without adding any detergent. This should clear the unit of the excess detergent. Replace failed component. |
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| FdL | Door lock error | A Door Lock Error occurs if the door cannot be locked. It will try to lock it 6 times before displaying the error.
Potential Causes • Door Lock Mechanism broken or removed from the Door Replace failed component. |
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| FdU | Door unlock error | A Door Unlock Error occurs if the door cannot be unlocked. It will try to unlock the door 6 times before displaying the error.
Potential Causes • Door Lock Mechanism broken. Replace failed component. Note: The door lock/switch assembly can be manually unlocked. To Manually unlock the door lock system: 1. Unplug the power cord from the outlet. |
Disclaimer: please make sure to unplug your appliance if you feel that it is malfunctioning. Consult with an Express Repair professional to prevent any further damage to your appliance.
| Failure Code # | Description of Fault Code | Solution for Fault Code |
| PF | Power failure | When a power outage occurs while the dryer is running, the letter “PF” flashes. To restart the cycle, press HOLD TO START. To clear the display, hit OFF/Pause. |
| E1 | Thermistor open | If determined to be faulty, replace the thermistor. |
| E2 | Thermistor shorted | If a thermistor is determined to be broken, replace it. |
| Failure Code # | Description of Fault Code | Solution for Fault Code | |
| PF | Power failure | “PF” flashes if the washer loses power during a running cycle. The washer does not flash “PF” when it is first plugged in.
Press START to continue the cycle from the moment that power was lost. OR |
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| FL | Flood condition | “FL” flashes if any overfill condition occurs. This condition occurs when excessive water in the tub causes the overfill switch to trip. The control must realize that the trip was due to an overfill condition instead of a suds lock condition in order for “FL” to be displayed.
With an overfill condition, the beeper repeats a warning every 10 seconds with no time out. The pump is cycled in drain mode for 30 seconds on, 30 seconds off until the overfill switch resets or power is discontinued to the unit. Press STOP/CANCEL to clear the display. |
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| Er | Processor reset error | This error code is displayed if the control failed to save cycle information during a power failure. This does not generate an error code beep.
Press STOP/CANCEL to clear the display. |
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| LF | Long fill | If the water fill time exceeds ten minutes, the water valves are turned off and “LF” is flashed.
Press STOP/CANCEL to clear the display. |
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| CE | Communications error | If there is any breakdown in communication between the machine controller and the motor controller, “CE” flashes and the unit beeps once.
Some common causes of “CE” errors include: • Conformal coating on serial communications pins between the machine controller and motor controller. After disconnecting power to the unit, try scraping this coating off the pins. Press STOP/CANCEL to clear the display. |
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| Ld | Long drain | “Ld” flashes if it takes longer than 5 minutes to pump out water to a point where the operating pressure switch resets.
Press STOP/CANCEL to clear the display. |
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| CA or CI |
Average current limit or Instantaneous current limit |
If a status signal comes back from the motor controller that a current limit has been breached, the unit will return to standby mode and display either “CA” for average current limit trip or “CI” for instantaneous current limit trip.
Average current trip occurs if there is a 2 second average of current draw greater than 5.55 Amps at the motor windings. Instantaneous current trip occurs if there is a spike of 26 Amps instantly at the motor windings. This may signify problems with the drive motor, thermal protector or motor controller. Overloading the unit may cause this problem. Press STOP/CANCEL to clear the display. |
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| ob | Off balance | If the motor controller detects an unrecoverable off-balance condition, the machine controller will shut down and display an “ob” for off balance.
The lid switch must be opened at least once before restarting the cycle, if this condition occurs. Opening the lid will allow you to view and redistribute the load. Press STOP/CANCEL to clear the display. |
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| Sr | Stuck relay | “Sr” signifies a failure of the relay in the closed position. With this failure, power to the motor controller cannot be turned off by the machine controller.
The machine control board may have a bad relay and may need to be replaced. Check pins 1 and 5 of P16 of the machine controller and pins 1 and 2 of P1 of the motor controller. This should have AC line voltage when the motor controller is powered. Press STOP/CANCEL to clear the display. |
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| LS | Lid switch error | The control should flash this error code if it cannot detect the lid switch opening and closing properly. This error code may also be used if there is a disagreement between the motor and machine controllers on the state of the lid switch. The control should not allow the unit to run in this condition.
This code will also appear if the user presses the START key while the lid is open. Open the lid or press STOP/CANCEL to clear the display. |
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| Flashing display time |
Open lid | If the lid opens while the unit is in running mode, time remaining will flash in the display.
Close the lid and press START to continue with the cycle. |
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| SL | Suds lock | The motor controller senses a suds lock condition by analyzing the current draw on the drive motor. If a potential suds lock is detected, the control tries up to 3 times to clean out the unit with a mini-cycle.
“SL” is displayed if suds are detected but the unit is unable to clean out suds. This may indicate a bad pump, an extra heavy load, excessive detergent or excessive suds. Press STOP/CANCEL to clear the display |
Disclaimer: please make sure to unplug your appliance if you feel that it is malfunctioning. Consult with an Express Repair professional to prevent any further damage to your appliance.
| Error Code | Condition | Check/Repair | Shop Parts |
| Clean light blinks 7 times | Heater circuit failure. Control didn’t detect the expected rise in water temperature. | Check the wiring and control board in that circuit, as well as the heating element. | Heating element, Electronic control board, Thermistor, Circuit wiring |
| Console light blinks rapidly | The control detects a stuck button on the control panel. | This error number may be triggered by a broken control panel or faulty electronic control board. A volt/ohm meter can be used to check the buttons on the control panel. The control panel must typically be replaced. In the event that doesn’t work, the electronic control board can be the cause. | Control panel, Electronic control board |
| Start/Resume light blinks slowly | If the dishwasher door is opened or power is interrupted during the cycle, the dishwasher won’t start again until the door is detected as closed and the Start/Resume button is pressed. | Examine the assembly of the door latch and switch. This issue can potentially be brought on by a Start/Resume button malfunction. | Door switch assembly, Control panel, Electronic control board |
| Clean light stays on | The dishwasher won’t start a new cycle unless it detects that the door opened after the previous cycle. | By turning the breaker off and restarting, turn off the electricity to the dishwasher. If it doesn’t work, the door switch assembly needs to be replaced because it is jammed. | Door switch assembly |
| Control lock LED is on but not accepting key presses | Accidentally turned on or control detected keypad problem. | To disable the control lock feature, press and hold the Heated Dry Key for 5 seconds. Replace the keypad if that doesn’t work. | Keypad |
| Sanitized LED blinks at end of cycle | Control couldn’t confirm that the dishes were sanitized. | Verify the dishwasher’s voltage and the incoming water’s temperature. Verify the heater, the OWI/thermistor, and the diverter motor. | Diverter motor, Heater, Thermistor |
| Error Code | Condition | Check/Repair | Shop Parts |
| 1-1 | The electronic control board detects a stuck relay on its circuit board. | Dishwasher power should be turned off for five minutes. If the code reappears after power is restored, get a service professional to examine the wiring and parts. Replace the electronic control board if the wiring and parts are functional. | Electronic control board |
| 1-2 | Damaged or corrupted memory on control board. Incompatible software components inside microprocessor. | Dishwasher power should be turned off for five minutes. Replace the electronic control board if the code reappears after the power is restored. | Electronic control board |
| 2-1 | The electronic control board detected a stuck key on the control panel. | See if any of the keys work. Replace the electronic control panel if any of the keys are broken or the control panel is damaged. If the control panel functions properly, the electronic control board may be the source of the issue. | Control panel, Electronic control board |
| 2-2 | The electronic control board detects no communication from the control panel. | Check to see if any keys function. Replace the electronic control panel if any of the keys don’t work or the panel is broken. The electronic control board may be the issue if the control panel functions well. | Control panel, Electronic control board |
| 3-1 | Either there’s a break in the wiring or the thermistor/OWI component failed. (The thermistor is the water temperature sensor, the OWI is the Optical Water Indicator that detects the amount of debris in the water.) | Check the wiring for the thermistor/OWI circuit after turning off the dishwasher’s power. Replace the thermistor/OWI component if the circuit wire is unharmed. | Thermistor/OWI, Wire harness |
| 3-2 | The thermistor/OWI circuit is electrically shorted, (The thermistor is the water temperature sensor, the OWI is the Optical Water Indicator that detects the amount of debris in the water.) | Check the wiring for the thermistor/OWI circuit after turning off the dishwasher’s power. Replace the thermistor/OWI component if the circuit wire is unharmed. | Thermistor/OWI, Wire harness |
| 3-3 | OWI fails (the OWI is the Optical Water Indicator that detects the amount of debris in the water) | Dishwasher power should be turned off before cleaning the OWI. Replace the OWI if the code reappears after power is restored. | Thermistor/OWI |
| 4-1 | No communication between the electronic control board and the wash pump motor | Dishwasher power should be turned off before inspecting the cabling from the control board to the wash pump motor. The wash pump should be changed if the wiring is unharmed. You should replace the electronic control board if the issues persist. | Wash pump motor, Electronic control board |
| 4-2 | Communication error between the electronic control board and the wash pump motor | Check the cabling from the control board to the wash pump motor after turning off the dishwasher’s electricity. Replace the wash pump if the wiring is undamaged. Replace the electronic control board if the issue still exists. | Wash pump motor, Electronic control board |
| 5-1 | Door won’t latch shut | Close the door as soon as you press the Start button. If the error persists, turn off the dishwasher’s power and inspect the door latch system and the wiring that connects to the door switch. Replace the door switch if the wiring and latch mechanism are functional. | Door switch, Door latch assembly |
| 5-2 | Door won’t open | Verify the door switch’s wiring. The door switch should be replaced if the wiring is unharmed. | Door switch, Door latch assembly |
| 6-1 | The electronic control board doesn’t detect water entering the dishwasher tub. | Turn off the electricity before turning off the dishwasher’s water. For correct flow and pressure, check the water supply. Examine the wiring to the water inlet valve. The water intake valve should be replaced if the wiring and water supply are functional. | Water inlet valve |
| 6-2 | Water inlet valve has an electrical problem. | Water the dishwasher, then turn off the power. Verify the water supply flow and is pressing properly. Verify the water inlet valve’s wiring. Replace the water intake valve if the wiring and water supply are functional. You should replace the electronic control board if the issue persists. | Water inlet valve, Electronic control board |
| 6-3 | Suds or air are in the water pump | Inspect the tub’s fill water for suds and the level of water in the tub. Change the water input valve if the fill level is too low. If the sudsing is severe, inspect the detergent dispenser and replace it if necessary. | Water inlet valve, Detergent dispenser |
| 6-4 | The float switch is open | To see if something is under the overfill float switch or if it is stuck, check it. Verify that the intake water fill valve effectively turns off the water supply while the dishwasher is not in use. | Water inlet valve, Overfill float switch |
| 6-6 | Incoming water is too cold | Check the temperature of the water with an accurate thermometer. Check your water heater if the temperature is lower than 110 degrees F. Replace the thermistor/OWI or the electronic control board if the water temperature is normal (between 110 and 120 degrees F). For a thermistor diagnostic test, consult the tech sheet for your dishwasher. | Thermistor/OWI, Electronic control board |
| 6-7 | Disconnected or damaged flow meter | Dishwasher power should be turned off. Verify the flow meter’s wiring. Replacing the flow meter is advised if the wiring is sound. | Flow meter |
| 6-8 | Problem with water softener regeneration valve | Dishwasher power should be turned off. Verify the water softener regeneration valve’s wiring. Replace the water softener regeneration valve if the wiring is sound. | Water softener regeneration valve |
| 7-1 | Heating element doesn’t work | Dishwasher power should be turned off. If the heating element is clearly damaged, examine it and replace it. If not, look at the heating element’s wiring. Replace the heater element if the wiring is okay. | Heating element |
| 7-2 | Heating element won’t shut off | Dishwasher power should be turned off for five minutes. Replace the electronic control board if the code reappears after the power is restored. | Electronic control board |
| 8-1 | Slow drain | Turn off the water first, then the power to the dishwasher. Check for blockages along the drain path. Check the wiring on the drain pump if the drain path is clear. The drain pump should be changed if the wiring is okay. | Drain pump |
| 8-2 | Drain pump electrical problem | Turn off the water first, then the power to the dishwasher. Verify the drain pump’s wiring. The drain pump should be changed if the wiring is okay. | Drain pump |
| 9-1 | Electronic control board can’t detect the position of the diverter | The diverter controls whether the water is sent through the upper or lower spray arm. Dishwasher power should be turned off before checking the wiring for the diverter motor. Replace the diverter if the wiring is okay. | Diverter |
| 9-2 | Diverter is stuck on | Remove both the lower spray arm and the lower dishrack. Take the sump apart. When the diverter disc is damaged, replace it. | Diverter disk |
| 10-1 | Dispenser electrical problem | Dishwasher power should be turned off. Check the wiring in the circuit for the detergent dispenser by removing the outer door panel. Change the detergent dispenser if the wiring is okay. | Detergent dispenser |
| 10-2 | Vent wax motor electrical problem | Dishwasher power should be turned off. Verify the vent wax motor circuit’s wiring. The vent wax motor should be changed if the wiring is good. | Vent wax motor |
| 10-3 | Drying fan problem | Dishwasher power should be turned off. Verify the wiring in the circuit for the drying fan. Change the drying fan if the wiring is sound. | Drying fan |
| Error Code | Condition | Check/Repair | Shop Parts |
| 1-1 | The electronic control board detects a stuck relay on its circuit board | Dishwasher power should be turned off for five minutes. If the code reappears after power is restored, get a service professional to examine the wiring and parts. Replace the electronic control board if the wiring and parts are functional. | Electronic control board |
| 1-2 | Failed or incompatible electronic control board | If you install the incorrect electronic control board, the code will show up. The appropriate electronic control board for your dishwasher model should be ordered and installed. If the code occurs and the electronic control board wasn’t just replaced, turn off the dishwasher’s electricity for five minutes. Replace the electronic control board if the code reappears after the power is restored. | Electronic control board |
| 2-1 | The electronic control board detected a stuck key on the control panel. | See if any of the keys work. Replace the electronic control panel if any of the keys are broken or the control panel is damaged. If the control panel functions properly, the electronic control board may be the source of the issue. | Control panel, Electronic control board |
| 3-1 | Either there’s a break in the wiring or the thermistor/OWI component failed. (The thermistor is the water temperature sensor, the OWI is the Optical Water Indicator that detects the amount of debris in the water.) | Check the wiring for the thermistor/OWI circuit after turning off the dishwasher’s power. Replace the thermistor/OWI component if the circuit wire is undamaged. | Thermistor/OWI, Wire harness |
| 3-2 | The thermistor/OWI circuit is electrically shorted, (The thermistor is the water temperature sensor, the OWI is the Optical Water Indicator that detects the amount of debris in the water.) | Check the wiring for the thermistor/OWI circuit after turning off the dishwasher’s power. Replace the thermistor/OWI component if the circuit wire is undamaged. | Thermistor/OWI, Wire harness |
| 3-3 | OWI fails (the OWI is the Optical Water Indicator that detects the amount of debris in the water) | Dishwasher power should be turned off before cleaning the OWI. Replace the OWI if the code reappears after power is restored. | Thermistor/OWI |
| 4-3 | The electronic control board does not detect motor operation | Dishwasher power should be turned off before inspecting the cabling from the control board to the wash pump motor. The wash pump should be changed if the wiring is okay. You should replace the electronic control board if the issue persists. | Wash pump motor, electronic control board |
| 5-1 | Door won’t latch shut | Close the door as soon as you press the Start button. If the error persists, turn off the dishwasher’s power and inspect the door latch system and the wiring that connects to the door switch. Replace the door switch if the wiring and latch mechanism are okay. | Door switch, Door latch assembly |
| 5-2 | Door won’t open | Verify the door switch’s wiring. The door switch should be replaced if the wiring is unharmed. | Door switch, Door latch assembly |
| 6-1 | The electronic control board doesn’t detect water entering the dishwasher tub. | Water the dishwasher, then turn off the power. V erify that the water supply is flowing and pressing properly. Check the water inlet valve’s wiring. Replace the water intake valve if the wiring and water supply are functional. | Water inlet valve |
| 6-2 | Water inlet valve has an electrical problem. | Dishwasher water should then be turned off after the power. Verify the water supply’s flow and pressure are sufficient. The water input valve’s wiring should be examined. Replace the water inlet valve if the wiring and the water supply are in good operating order. The electronic control board needs to be changed if the issue persists. | Water inlet valve, Electronic control board |
| 6-3 | Suds or air are in the water pump | Inspect the tub’s fill water for suds and the level of water in the tub. Change the water input valve if the fill level is too low. If the sudsing is severe, inspect the detergent dispenser and replace it if necessary. | Water inlet valve, Detergent dispenser |
| 6-4 | The float switch is open | To see if something is under the overfill float switch or if it is stuck, check it. Verify that the intake water fill valve effectively turns off the water supply while the dishwasher is not in use. | Water inlet valve, Overfill float switch |
| 6-6 | Incoming water is too cold | Check the temperature of the water with an accurate thermometer. Check your water heater if the temperature is lower than 110 degrees F. heats water. Replace the thermistor/OWI or the electronic control board if the water temperature is normal (between 110 and 120 degrees F). For a thermistor diagnostic test, consult the tech sheet for your dishwasher. | Thermistor/OWI, Electronic control board |
| 6-7 | Disconnected or damaged flow meter | Dishwasher power should be turned off. Verify the flow meter’s wiring. Replacing the flow meter is advised if the wiring is good. | Flow meter |
| 6-8 | Water softener regeneration valve electrical problem (Water Softener Models Only) | Dishwasher power should be turned off. Inspect the regeneration valve’s wiring. Reconnect any loose cables. If the wire harness is harmed, replace it. If the wiring is functional, replace the regeneration valve. You should replace the electronic control board if the issue continues. | Regeneration valve, wiring harness, electronic control board |
| 7-1 | Heating element doesn’t work | Dishwasher power should be turned off. If the heating element is clearly damaged, examine it and replace it. If not, look at the heating element’s wiring. Replace the heater element if the wiring is okay. | Heating element |
| 7-2 | Heating element won’t shut off | Dishwasher power should be turned off for five minutes. Replace the electronic control board if the code reappears after the power is restored. | Electronic control board |
| 8-1 | Slow drain | Turn off the water first, then the power to the dishwasher. Check for blockages along the drain path. Check the wiring on the drain pump if the drain path is clear. The drain pump should be changed if the wiring is ok. | Drain pump |
| 8-2 | Drain pump electrical problem | Turn off the water first, then the power to the dishwasher. Verify the drain pump’s wiring. The drain pump should be changed if the wiring is sound. | Drain pump |
| 8-3 | Drain pump stuck on | Check the wiring for the drain pump while turning off the dishwasher’s power. If the wire harness is harmed, replace it. The electronic control board should be replaced if the wiring is sound. | Electronic control board, wire harness |
| 9-1 | Electronic control board can’t detect the position of the diverter | The diverter controls whether the water is sent through the upper or lower spray arm. Dishwasher power should be turned off before checking the wiring for the diverter motor. Replace the diverter if the wiring is okay. | Diverter |
| 9-2 | Diverter is stuck on | Remove both the lower spray arm and the lower dishrack. Take the sump apart. When the diverter disc is damaged, replace it. | Diverter disk |
| 9-3 | Diverter disk is missing | The lower dishrack and lower spray arm should be taken off. Deconstruct the sump. Verify if the diverter disc is absent. Install a new disc if the old one is missing. | Diverter disk |
| 10-1 | Dispenser electrical problem | Dishwasher power should be turned off. Check the wiring in the circuit for the detergent dispenser by removing the outer door panel. If the wiring is sound, the electronic control board or detergent dispenser may be broken. | Detergent dispenser, electronic control board |
| 10-2 | Vent wax motor electrical problem | Dishwasher power should be turned off. Verify the vent wax motor circuit’s wiring. It can have a faulty vent wax motor or electronic control board even if the wiring is fine. | Vent wax motor, electronic control board |
| 10-3 | Drying fan problem | Dishwasher power should be turned off. Verify the wiring in the circuit for the drying fan. If the wiring is sound, the drying fan or electronic control board may be broken. | Drying fan, electronic control board |
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