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Whirlpool • Central Diagnostic Dictionary

165 Verified Codes in Database

Whirlpool Error Codes & Diagnostics

Access our premium database of error codes, common faults, and professional repair solutions for Whirlpool appliances.

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CodeAppliancesFault / DiagnosticsRepair InstructionsAction

A1

Refrigerator / Freezer

General System & Mechanical Integration

Whirlpool 6th Sense FreshControl Total NoFrost Refrigerator: High temperature warning A1; freezer compartment temperature has risen above -9°C (15°F), alerting user of thermal compromise.

On Whirlpool refrigerators (Whirlpool 6th Sense sensor algorithms and WAVE / L1373 electronic platform architecture): Door left open, damaged magnetic perimeter gasket, excessive quantity of warm fresh groceries introduced, or early refrigerant leak.

Ensure freezer door seals completely. Inspect magnetic gasket with paper slip test. Press Alarm Reset button to mute buzzer. Allow 6 to 12 hours for cool-down. Press and hold Fast Freeze and Temp buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds until audible confirmation beep sounds.

A2

Refrigerator / Freezer

Refrigeration Compressor, Defrost Heater & PTC Relay

Whirlpool 6th Sense FreshControl Total NoFrost Refrigerator: Critical high temperature alarm A2 indicates food danger; freezer temperature climbed above -1°C, risking thawing of frozen perishables.

On Whirlpool refrigerators (Whirlpool 6th Sense sensor algorithms and WAVE / L1373 electronic platform architecture): Long power outage, catastrophic refrigeration circuit leak (R600a), seized compressor, or broken evaporator fan motor.

Do not refreeze thawed perishables. Check if compressor and evaporator fan are running. Press alarm silence button to dismiss code and restore cooling. Press and hold Fast Freeze and Temp buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds until audible confirmation beep sounds.

AF

Tumble Dryer

Electronic Control Board (PCB) & Bus Communications

Whirlpool AF: Operational cycle fault detected during Tumble Dryer program execution.

On Whirlpool Dryer: Component fatigue, sensor feedback out of tolerance, wiring harness connector discontinuity, or electronic control board glitch.

On Whirlpool Dryer: Clean the lint screen and entire venting system. PRO TIP: 'Flow Sense' or restricted airflow errors mean you must clean the vent — this is the #1 fire hazard.

AL01

Refrigerator / Freezer

Refrigeration Compressor, Defrost Heater & PTC Relay

Whirlpool 6th Sense FreshControl Total NoFrost Refrigerator: Fresh food compartment evaporator NTC thermistor sensor fault AL01; circuit reading out of calibrated limits.

On Whirlpool refrigerators (Whirlpool 6th Sense sensor algorithms and WAVE / L1373 electronic platform architecture): Water ingress into thermal sensor epoxy potting, fractured copper leads behind liner, or corrosion on terminal pin J1.

Unplug unit. Access sensor behind rear baffle. Measure NTC resistance: nominal ~2.7 kΩ at 25°C, ~7.8 kΩ at 4°C, ~16 kΩ at 0°C. Replace sensor probe. Press and hold Fast Freeze and Temp buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds until audible confirmation beep sounds.

AL02

Refrigerator / Freezer

Refrigeration Compressor, Defrost Heater & PTC Relay

Whirlpool 6th Sense FreshControl Total NoFrost Refrigerator: Freezer evaporator defrost termination NTC sensor fault AL02; controller unable to detect coil temperature.

On Whirlpool refrigerators (Whirlpool 6th Sense sensor algorithms and WAVE / L1373 electronic platform architecture): Thermal shock degradation, moisture saturation inside sensor jacket during defrost cycles, or severed clip-on lead.

Disconnect power. Remove freezer evaporator cover. Check NTC resistance: ~2.7 kΩ at 25°C, ~16 kΩ at 0°C, ~32 kΩ at -18°C. Replace clip-on defrost sensor. Press and hold Fast Freeze and Temp buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds until audible confirmation beep sounds.

AL03

Refrigerator / Freezer

Refrigeration Compressor, Defrost Heater & PTC Relay

Whirlpool 6th Sense FreshControl Total NoFrost Refrigerator: Freezer compartment air ambient temperature sensor fault AL03; compressor runs continuously in emergency mode.

On Whirlpool refrigerators (Whirlpool 6th Sense sensor algorithms and WAVE / L1373 electronic platform architecture): Open circuit or shorted NTC thermistor bead, damaged wiring behind rear freezer wall, or main board ADC port defect.

Isolate electrical supply. Measure air probe resistance across main PCB connector: ~32 kΩ at -18°C, ~16 kΩ at 0°C. If open/short, replace sensor. Press and hold Fast Freeze and Temp buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds until audible confirmation beep sounds.

BDD

Washing Machine

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Whirlpool 6th Sense Supreme Care & FreshCare+ Washing Machine: Drum doors open during cycle BDD; top-loader drum flaps opened or unlatched during wash tumble motion.

On Whirlpool top-loading washing machines: Mechanical flap spring lock failure, laundry item snagged between gates, or drum positioning sensor mismatch.

Isolate power. Manually rotate drum until flaps face top opening. Check catch springs for positive latch tension. Ensure no laundry pinches the latch. Turn cycle selector to 6 o'clock (Drain/Spin), press Cancel/Reset button 4 times within 5 seconds, then cycle power.

C

Refrigerator / Freezer

NTC Temperature Sensor & Thermistor

On Whirlpool Refrigerator: Temperature in the fresh food (refrigerator) section is incorrect.

On Whirlpool Refrigerator: Refrigerator temperature sensor (thermistor) has failed.

On Whirlpool Refrigerator: Locate and test the thermistor in the refrigerator section. Replace if out of specification.

C81

Hob / Cooktop

NTC Temperature Sensor & Thermistor

Whirlpool 6th Sense FlexiCook & CleanProtect Induction Cooktop: Touch control panel thermal warning C81; temperature sensor beneath front glass panel senses heat exceeding 75°C.

On Whirlpool cooktops: Hot pan shifted or placed onto front touch sensor glass area, or heat radiating from large griddle pan overlapping controls.

Immediately move hot cookware away from front glass control area. Leave hob off for 5–10 minutes until sensor cools below 60°C. Disconnect mains supply at isolation switch for 2 minutes, clean cooktop glass surface, and restore power.

C82

Hob / Cooktop

Electronic Control Board (PCB) & Bus Communications

Whirlpool 6th Sense FlexiCook & CleanProtect Induction Cooktop: Electronic power module thermal overload C82; heatsink temperature reaches 90°C during extended multi-zone booster operation.

On Whirlpool cooktops: Inadequate cabinet ventilation below cooktop base, clogged cooling fan intake vents, or high ambient kitchen temperature.

Allow zones to operate at reduced power levels. Ensure intake fan underneath chassis has unhindered fresh air supply. Clean chassis dust filters. Disconnect mains supply at isolation switch for 2 minutes, clean cooktop glass surface, and restore power.

C83

Hob / Cooktop

Drive Motor, Inverter & Tachometer Sensor

Whirlpool 6th Sense FlexiCook & CleanProtect Induction Cooktop: Mains supply undervoltage trip C83; inverter filter bridge senses line voltage dipping below 170V during heavy induction draw.

On Whirlpool cooktops: Undersized electrical feeder cables from consumer unit, loose neutral clamp in distribution box, or high grid load.

Check electrical feeder wire gauge (minimum 2.5 mm² for 16A, 4.0 mm² for 32A). Tighten terminal connections in junction box and measure voltage drop under load. Disconnect mains supply at isolation switch for 2 minutes, clean cooktop glass surface, and restore power.

C84

Hob / Cooktop

General System & Mechanical Integration

Whirlpool 6th Sense FlexiCook & CleanProtect Induction Cooktop: Mains overvoltage detected across filter stage C84; line voltage surge protective circuit trips above 275V RMS.

On Whirlpool cooktops: Open neutral conductor on 400V 3-phase supply causing floating phase voltage, or lightning grid transient surge.

Isolate cooktop immediately to protect electronics. Measure phase-to-neutral voltage with true-RMS meter (must not exceed 250V AC). Verify solid Neutral bond. Disconnect mains supply at isolation switch for 2 minutes, clean cooktop glass surface, and restore power.

C85

Hob / Cooktop

General System & Mechanical Integration

Whirlpool 6th Sense FlexiCook & CleanProtect Induction Cooktop: Incompatible cookware detected by induction coil sensing C85; pan ferromagnetic property insufficient for stable resonance.

On Whirlpool cooktops: Warped pan base with air gap over glass, pan diameter too small (< 100mm for selected zone), or composite non-magnetic base alloy.

Use heavy-gauge flat-bottomed induction-rated cookware. Verify magnet strongly attaches to entire base surface. Center pan over matching zone diameter ring. Disconnect mains supply at isolation switch for 2 minutes, clean cooktop glass surface, and restore power.

CE

Refrigerator / Freezer

Electronic Control Board (PCB) & Bus Communications

Whirlpool 6th Sense FreshControl Total NoFrost Refrigerator: Communication error CE between console display circuit board and main refrigerator control module.

On Whirlpool refrigerators (Whirlpool 6th Sense sensor algorithms and WAVE / L1373 electronic platform architecture): Broken serial data wire in door harness, intermittent 5V DC power feed from power supply, or electromagnetic interference on bus.

Disconnect mains power for 60 seconds. Inspect wiring through door hinge. Check 5V DC rail at display connector. Replace damaged interconnect harness. Press and hold Fast Freeze and Temp buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds until audible confirmation beep sounds.

CF

Refrigerator / Freezer

Electronic Control Board (PCB) & Bus Communications

Whirlpool 6th Sense FreshControl Total NoFrost Refrigerator: Serial communication failure CF between user interface display panel and main power control module.

On Whirlpool refrigerators (Whirlpool 6th Sense sensor algorithms and WAVE / L1373 electronic platform architecture): Severed or pinched door hinge ribbon wiring harness, oxidised molex pins, or corrupted display controller firmware.

Disconnect mains power. Inspect door hinge wiring harness for broken wires. Test 5V/12V DC bus supply voltage from main board. Replace damaged harness. Press and hold Fast Freeze and Temp buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds until audible confirmation beep sounds.

d

Refrigerator / Freezer

General System & Mechanical Integration

On Whirlpool Refrigerator: Incorrect temperature, clicking noises.

On Whirlpool Refrigerator: Air damper control failure. The damper that controls airflow between freezer and fridge is stuck or broken.

On Whirlpool Refrigerator: Inspect the damper control assembly for obstructions or physical damage. It may need to be replaced.

dE

Refrigerator / Freezer

Refrigeration Compressor, Defrost Heater & PTC Relay

Whirlpool 6th Sense FreshControl Total NoFrost Refrigerator: Defrost circuit failure dE; electric heating element failed to warm evaporator coil sufficiently during scheduled defrost cycle.

On Whirlpool refrigerators (Whirlpool 6th Sense sensor algorithms and WAVE / L1373 electronic platform architecture): Open-circuit calrod heating element (~160 Ω to 260 Ω), blown in-line thermal fuse (72°C), or stuck defrost relay contacts on PCB.

Disconnect mains. Remove freezer evaporator cover. Measure defrost heater resistance (~160–260 Ω) and thermal fuse continuity (<1 Ω). Replace defective component. Press and hold Fast Freeze and Temp buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds until audible confirmation beep sounds.

E0

Refrigerator / Freezer

Water Inlet Valve, Aquastop & Flowmeter

Whirlpool E0: Water inlet / filling timeout in Refrigerator / Freezer; appliance fails to fill to minimum operational level.

On Whirlpool Refrigerator: Clogged inlet hose mesh filter, defective solenoid valve coil (open circuit), faulty flow meter reed switch, or low home water line pressure (<1.0 bar).

On Whirlpool Refrigerator: Check ice maker mechanism and water fill tube for freezing. PRO TIP: If your fridge is showing any 'E' code and it's under 5 years old, always try a hard reset (unplug 10 minutes) before calling. 60% of the time it clears temporary glitches.

E1

Dishwasher

NTC Temperature Sensor & Thermistor

Whirlpool 6th Sense PowerClean Pro & MaxiSpace Dishwasher: Electronic temperature sensing disconnect E1; microcomputer detects sensor resistance above open-circuit limit (> 200 kΩ).

On Whirlpool dishwashers: Wire fractured in door hinge flex loom, corroded terminals on sump NTC probe, or broken sensor internal connection.

Test wiring harness continuity from control board to NTC probe terminals. Measure NTC thermistor resistance (nominal ~48 kΩ at 25°C). Repair broken wiring loom. Hold Cancel/Drain button for 5 seconds until drain cycle begins, allow 60s for sump evacuation, then power off and on.

E2

Dishwasher

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Whirlpool 6th Sense PowerClean Pro & MaxiSpace Dishwasher: AquaStop base pan float switch closed E2; emergency drain activated to prevent residential water flooding.

On Whirlpool dishwashers: Sump seal failure, loose hose clamp on circulation pump volute, split water matrix air-break, or leaking door lower gasket.

Unplug unit. Sponge dry base tray. Inspect circulation motor and sump gaskets for active drips. Replace defective hydraulic joint or hose. Hold Cancel/Drain button for 5 seconds until drain cycle begins, allow 60s for sump evacuation, then power off and on.

E3

Dishwasher

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Whirlpool 6th Sense PowerClean Pro & MaxiSpace Dishwasher: Wash heating circuit open error E3; current transformer or thermal monitor detects zero watt heating draw during heat step.

On Whirlpool dishwashers: Blown thermal fuse embedded in heater tube terminal, burnt PCB solder joint on heating relay, or disconnected wiring harness.

Measure heating element terminal resistance (nominal 24–29 Ω). Verify continuity of inline safety cutouts (0 Ω). Inspect power board for scorched relay solder pins. Hold Cancel/Drain button for 5 seconds until drain cycle begins, allow 60s for sump evacuation, then power off and on.

E4

Dishwasher

Water Level Pressure Switch & Air Dome

Whirlpool 6th Sense PowerClean Pro & MaxiSpace Dishwasher: Drain evacuation timeout E4; sump pressure switch or virtual sensor indicates tub holds water past 240 seconds drain attempt.

On Whirlpool dishwashers: Clogged sink spigot connection, kinked discharge pipe, foreign object jamming synchronous drain impeller, or worn magnetic motor rotor.

Clean sink drain barb. Unclip drain hose and test flow into bucket. Remove debris around drain pump impeller. Measure motor coil resistance (160–185 Ω). Hold Cancel/Drain button for 5 seconds until drain cycle begins, allow 60s for sump evacuation, then power off and on.

E5

Dishwasher

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Whirlpool 6th Sense PowerClean Pro & MaxiSpace Dishwasher: Circulation pump speed feedback discrepancy E5; inverter drive senses tachometric deviation or stalled impeller.

On Whirlpool dishwashers: Mineral scale buildup seizing pump shaft graphite bearings, or disconnected 3-phase BLDC motor harness connector.

Spin pump rotor manually to verify free rotation. Measure winding resistance across motor phases (symmetrical ~45–60 Ω). Check inverter voltage outputs. Hold Cancel/Drain button for 5 seconds until drain cycle begins, allow 60s for sump evacuation, then power off and on.

E6

Dishwasher

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Whirlpool 6th Sense PowerClean Pro & MaxiSpace Dishwasher: Slow water fill sequence E6; flowmeter counts insufficient volumetric intake within the allotted 5-minute fill window.

On Whirlpool dishwashers: Partially closed isolation valve, partially blocked inlet hose mesh screen, or low domestic municipal water supply pressure.

Verify water tap delivers at least 2.5 L/min dynamically. Remove inlet hose nut and clean cone filter screen. Replace solenoid inlet valve if flow restricted. Hold Cancel/Drain button for 5 seconds until drain cycle begins, allow 60s for sump evacuation, then power off and on.

E7

Dishwasher

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Whirlpool 6th Sense PowerClean Pro & MaxiSpace Dishwasher: Flow sensor open circuit error E7; control board detects broken circuit to water flowmeter reed switch board.

On Whirlpool dishwashers: Corroded copper tracks or broken wire on 2-pin connector of the water matrix air break flowmeter PCB.

Inspect 2-pin wire harness between power board and flowmeter PCB. Check reed switch continuity while spinning turbine with magnet. Replace reed board. Hold Cancel/Drain button for 5 seconds until drain cycle begins, allow 60s for sump evacuation, then power off and on.

E8

Dishwasher

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Whirlpool 6th Sense PowerClean Pro & MaxiSpace Dishwasher: Motorized water diverter valve positioning timeout E8; disc failed to reach selected spray level within 30 seconds.

On Whirlpool dishwashers: Stripped internal gear teeth inside MDV gearbox, seized motor rotor, or oxidized microswitch contact on MDV feedback wheel.

Inspect MDV motor housing beneath sump. Measure synchronous motor coil resistance (nominal 6.0–7.5 kΩ). Check microswitch continuity (< 1 Ω closed). Hold Cancel/Drain button for 5 seconds until drain cycle begins, allow 60s for sump evacuation, then power off and on.

E9

Dishwasher

Water Level Pressure Switch & Air Dome

Whirlpool 6th Sense PowerClean Pro & MaxiSpace Dishwasher: Overfill chamber safety trip E9; water pressure transducer senses water level beyond maximum safety mark during fill.

On Whirlpool dishwashers: Short-circuited triac feeding constant 230V to inlet solenoid valve, or mineral sediment preventing valve armature closure.

Isolate mains power immediately. Check if water continues filling tub unpowered (valve mechanically failed). If stops, replace shorted power board. Hold Cancel/Drain button for 5 seconds until drain cycle begins, allow 60s for sump evacuation, then power off and on.

F-01

Tumble Dryer

Electronic Control Board (PCB) & Bus Communications

Whirlpool F-01: Operational cycle fault detected during Tumble Dryer program execution.

On Whirlpool Dryer: Defective PCB Power Supply Rails & DC Bus Filter Capacitors, open/short circuit in the wiring harness, or faulty connector on the electronic control board (pcb) & bus communications.

On Whirlpool Dryer: Replace the main electronic control board. PRO TIP: 'Flow Sense' or restricted airflow errors mean you must clean the vent — this is the #1 fire hazard.

F01

Tumble Dryer

Drive Motor, Inverter & Tachometer Sensor

Whirlpool 6th Sense Supreme Care Heat Pump Tumble Dryer: Drum drive motor relay or triac failure F01; power PCB detects uncommanded drum rotation or shorted motor driver.

On Whirlpool tumble dryers (Whirlpool 6th Sense sensor algorithms and WAVE / L1373 electronic platform architecture): Welded motor start relay contacts on control board, or short-circuited motor triac semiconductor.

Disconnect mains power. Measure resistance across motor driver triac terminals (short = 0 Ω). Inspect power board for scorched relay pads. Rotate cycle dial to 6 o'clock, press Start 3 times, rotate to 7 o'clock, press Start 3 times, then return to Off.

F01

Hob / Cooktop

Electronic Control Board (PCB) & Bus Communications

Whirlpool 6th Sense FlexiCook & CleanProtect Induction Cooktop: Induction power module bus disconnection F01; touch display board fails to establish LIN bus communication with induction generator.

On Whirlpool cooktops (Whirlpool 6th Sense sensor algorithms and WAVE / L1373 electronic platform architecture): Loose ribbon bus cable between touch sensor and filter module, blown low-voltage fuse on generator PCB, or power surge.

Isolate mains breaker. Open chassis housing and verify multi-pin ribbon cables between UI and generator boards. Measure 12V DC logic power rail. Disconnect mains supply at isolation switch for 2 minutes, clean cooktop glass surface, and restore power.

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Whirlpool — Complete Error Code Catalog

105 Verified Error Codes

Server-side index of all verified manufacturer error codes for technicians and automated crawlers.

Dishwasher28

E1 E2 E3 E4 E5 E6 E7 E8 E9 F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 F11 F12 F13 F14 F15 FA FB FC FE

Washing Machine19

BDD F16 F18 F26 F27 F28 F29 FDL FDU FH FOD HC Ld LF oL Sd SUD uL 5d

Tumble Dryer21

AF F-01 F01 F02 F03 F04 F05 F06 F07 F08 F09 F20 F21 F-22 F22 F-23 F23 F24 F-70 F-71 PF

Oven / Microwave12

F1E F2E F3E F6E F1 E0 F2 E1 F3 E0 F3 E1 F3 E2 F4 E0 F5 E1 F9 E0

Hob / Cooktop11

C81 C82 C83 C84 C85 F25 F36 F37 F40 F42 F47

Refrigerator / Freezer14

A1 A2 AL01 AL02 AL03 C CE CF d dE E0 F1 E1 F5 E2 PO

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