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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

F01

Oven / Microwave

NTC Temperature Sensor & Thermistor

Whirlpool 6th Sense W Collection & Absolute Pyrolytic Oven: Cavity temperature sensor probe open circuit F01; electronic controller reads infinite resistance across PT1000/NTC probe.

On Whirlpool ovens (Whirlpool 6th Sense sensor algorithms and WAVE / L1373 electronic platform architecture): Fractured platinum wire element inside metal stem, burned probe connector on rear casing, or rodent damage to insulation.

Isolate electrical supply. Remove rear cover panel. Measure sensor probe resistance: nominal ~1078 Ω at 20°C (PT1000) or ~540 Ω at 20°C (PT500). Replace probe. Switch function knob to 0, isolate mains power at breaker for 60 seconds to clear MCU memory, then reset clock.

F01

Washing Machine

Water Level Pressure Switch & Air Dome

Whirlpool 6th Sense Supreme Care & FreshCare+ Washing Machine: Water fill timeout fault F01; electronic control board registers failure to reach minimum wash water level within 6 minutes.

On Whirlpool washers (Whirlpool 6th Sense sensor algorithms and WAVE / L1373 electronic platform architecture): Closed inlet tap, blocked inlet valve mesh filter, defective solenoid coil, or failed analog pressure switch signal.

Verify dynamic water supply pressure (min 1.0 bar). Measure inlet valve solenoid coil resistance (nominal 3.5–4.5 kΩ). Check pressure hose. Turn cycle selector to 6 o'clock (Drain/Spin), press Cancel/Reset button 4 times within 5 seconds, then cycle power.

F1

Dishwasher

NTC Temperature Sensor & Thermistor

Whirlpool 6th Sense PowerClean Pro & MaxiSpace Dishwasher: Wash water temperature sensor out of bounds F1; NTC thermistor reading open or shorted to sump chassis.

On Whirlpool dishwashers (Whirlpool 6th Sense sensor algorithms and WAVE / L1373 electronic platform architecture): Defective NTC sensor pellet inside OWI assembly, lime scale coating probe body, or wiring harness disconnect.

Measure NTC thermistor resistance at OWI connector: nominal ~48 kΩ at 25°C (~22 kΩ at 40°C, ~10 kΩ at 60°C). Replace OWI sensor if out of specification. Hold Cancel/Drain button for 5 seconds until drain cycle begins, allow 60s for sump evacuation, then power off and on.

F1

Refrigerator / Freezer

NTC Temperature Sensor & Thermistor

Whirlpool 6th Sense FreshControl Total NoFrost Refrigerator: Freezer chamber temperature thermistor sensor error F1; digital display flashes temperature indicator or alarm beacon.

On Whirlpool refrigerators (Whirlpool 6th Sense sensor algorithms and WAVE / L1373 electronic platform architecture): Defective NTC sensor element in freezer cavity, broken wiring in back wall, or degraded terminal block pin contact.

Disconnect mains power. Measure freezer NTC probe resistance: nominal ~32 kΩ at -18°C, ~16 kΩ at 0°C, ~2.7 kΩ at 25°C. Replace sensor probe. Press and hold Fast Freeze and Temp buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds until audible confirmation beep sounds.

F1E

Oven / Microwave

Electronic Control Board (PCB) & Bus Communications

Whirlpool 6th Sense W Collection & Absolute Pyrolytic Oven: Internal hardware watchdog timer reset F1E; microcontroller encounters memory crash or execution trap and restarts in fault mode.

On Whirlpool ovens: High-voltage relay coil flyback transient spike, ripple on 3.3V logic regulator, or electrical noise from oven cooling blower.

Unplug oven for 10 minutes to reset all microcontroller capacitors. Verify stable 3.3V and 5V DC rails with oscilloscope. Replace power PCB if error repeats. Switch function knob to 0, isolate mains power at breaker for 60 seconds to clear MCU memory, then reset clock.

F02

Tumble Dryer

Heating Element, Thermostat & Safety Fuse

Whirlpool 6th Sense Supreme Care Heat Pump Tumble Dryer: Drum drive motor stalled or thermal protector tripped F02; motor winding overheats and internal bimetallic klixon opens.

On Whirlpool tumble dryers: Seized drum support rollers, broken idler pulley bearing, defective motor run capacitor (10–16 µF), or jammed blower fan wheel.

Rotate drum by hand to check for mechanical binding. Test motor run capacitor with capacitance meter (10–16 µF). Check motor winding resistance (20–35 Ω). Rotate cycle dial to 6 o'clock, press Start 3 times, rotate to 7 o'clock, press Start 3 times, then return to Off.

F02

Hob / Cooktop

General System & Mechanical Integration

Whirlpool 6th Sense FlexiCook & CleanProtect Induction Cooktop: Touch control surface overheating or liquid spill detected F02; capacitive keys automatically lock to prevent uncommanded activation.

On Whirlpool cooktops: Hot pan base placed directly onto front touch glass console, boiling pot overflowing saline water, or high ambient cabinet temperature.

Remove all cookware from touch glass area immediately. Wipe surface dry with clean microfiber towel. Allow 10 minutes to cool before restoring power. Disconnect mains supply at isolation switch for 2 minutes, clean cooktop glass surface, and restore power.

F02

Oven / Microwave

Heating Element, Thermostat & Safety Fuse

Whirlpool 6th Sense W Collection & Absolute Pyrolytic Oven: Tangential cooling fan tachometer signal missing F02; safety interlock shuts off heating elements to prevent console overheating.

On Whirlpool ovens: Seized sleeve bearings in cross-flow cooling blower, loose Hall sensor PCB on motor bracket, or blocked upper air discharge flue.

Spin cross-flow fan drum by hand for mechanical freedom. Measure fan motor winding resistance (nominal 180–280 Ω). Verify 5V DC and pulse signal on Hall pins. Switch function knob to 0, isolate mains power at breaker for 60 seconds to clear MCU memory, then reset clock.

F02

Washing Machine

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Whirlpool 6th Sense Supreme Care & FreshCare+ Washing Machine: AquaStop safety base leak F02; safety float switch in base tray activated or drive motor triac short-circuit detected.

On Whirlpool washing appliances: Internal water leakage from tub gasket, dispenser hose, or drain bellows, tripping the polystyrene base float switch.

Isolate electrical supply. Remove rear panel and dry base tray. Inspect door boot seal and hose clamps for water leaks. Test float switch continuity (0 Ω closed). Turn cycle selector to 6 o'clock (Drain/Spin), press Cancel/Reset button 4 times within 5 seconds, then cycle power.

F2

Dishwasher

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Whirlpool 6th Sense PowerClean Pro & MaxiSpace Dishwasher: AquaStop base tray leak detected F2; flood safety float microswitch activated and drain pump forced into continuous evacuation.

On Whirlpool dishwashers: Hydraulic water leak from circulation pump shaft seal, sump gasket O-ring, water inlet fill hose, or tub perforation.

Disconnect electricity. Remove plinth kickplate and absorb water in base pan. Locate dripping joint with dry towel. Replace defective seal or circulation pump. Hold Cancel/Drain button for 5 seconds until drain cycle begins, allow 60s for sump evacuation, then power off and on.

F2

Refrigerator / Freezer

Refrigeration Compressor, Defrost Heater & PTC Relay

Whirlpool 6th Sense FreshControl Total NoFrost Refrigerator: Evaporator defrost sensor circuit error F2; automatic NoFrost defrost cycle interrupted or fails to execute properly.

On Whirlpool refrigerators (Whirlpool 6th Sense sensor algorithms and WAVE / L1373 electronic platform architecture): Open circuit or shorted defrost NTC on evaporator coil, moisture ingress inside heat-shrink seal, or oxidized plug contacts.

Disconnect power. Dismantle freezer inner rear backplate. Inspect defrost NTC sensor (~2.7 kΩ at 25°C, ~16 kΩ at 0°C). Replace defrost sensor assembly. Press and hold Fast Freeze and Temp buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds until audible confirmation beep sounds.

F2E

Oven / Microwave

General System & Mechanical Integration

Whirlpool 6th Sense W Collection & Absolute Pyrolytic Oven: Capacitive touch interface key stuck active F2E; console registers continuous button press exceeding 30 seconds threshold.

On Whirlpool ovens: Grease film or liquid spills over capacitive touch area, excessive mechanical pressure against front glass panel, or damaged sensor electrode.

Wipe glass fascia dry with clean microfiber towel and glass cleaner. Ensure no objects lean against touch area. Power cycle unit to recalibrate touch baseline. Switch function knob to 0, isolate mains power at breaker for 60 seconds to clear MCU memory, then reset clock.

F03

Tumble Dryer

NTC Temperature Sensor & Thermistor

Whirlpool 6th Sense Supreme Care Heat Pump Tumble Dryer: Front air duct NTC thermistor fault F03; process air temperature sensor signal detected open or shorted to chassis.

On Whirlpool tumble dryers: Lint accumulation insulating the NTC thermistor probe, fractured wiring lead behind front bulkhead, or internal sensor pellet failure.

Remove lint filter and vacuum NTC probe housing. Measure NTC resistance at terminals: nominal ~12 kΩ at 20°C (~4.8 kΩ at 25°C). Replace sensor if out of range. Rotate cycle dial to 6 o'clock, press Start 3 times, rotate to 7 o'clock, press Start 3 times, then return to Off.

F03

Hob / Cooktop

NTC Temperature Sensor & Thermistor

Whirlpool 6th Sense FlexiCook & CleanProtect Induction Cooktop: Induction power module heatsink NTC temperature sensor fault F03; thermistor circuit detected open or shorted to ground.

On Whirlpool cooktops: Thermal paste drying out on aluminum heatsink thermistor, fractured surface-mount NTC sensor, or disconnected sensor plug on PCB.

Open bottom chassis. Measure heatsink NTC thermistor resistance (nominal ~10 kΩ at 25°C, or ~100 kΩ depending on board version). Renew thermal grease. Disconnect mains supply at isolation switch for 2 minutes, clean cooktop glass surface, and restore power.

F03

Oven / Microwave

Electronic Control Board (PCB) & Bus Communications

Whirlpool 6th Sense W Collection & Absolute Pyrolytic Oven: Control board EEPROM calibration checksum error F03; oven parameters fail integrity check and lock heating programs.

On Whirlpool ovens: Mains power cut during pyrolytic cycle cooling phase, electrical noise transient, or aging flash memory cells.

Turn selector to 0. Isolate circuit breaker for 5 minutes. Restore power and reset clock. If error returns, reflash configuration or replace main PCB. Switch function knob to 0, isolate mains power at breaker for 60 seconds to clear MCU memory, then reset clock.

F03

Washing Machine

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Whirlpool 6th Sense Supreme Care & FreshCare+ Washing Machine: Water drainage timeout error F03; drain pump fails to evacuate drum wash water within 4 minutes.

On Whirlpool washers: Sump filter clogged with debris, drain hose kinked or siphon blocked, or drain pump motor winding open circuit.

Unscrew and clean front coin trap filter. Measure synchronous drain pump winding resistance (nominal 160–185 Ω) or BLDC winding (30–45 Ω). Check 230V AC supply. Turn cycle selector to 6 o'clock (Drain/Spin), press Cancel/Reset button 4 times within 5 seconds, then cycle power.

F3

Dishwasher

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Whirlpool 6th Sense PowerClean Pro & MaxiSpace Dishwasher: Wash heating system failure F3; wash water does not achieve target temperature within 25 minutes of heating phase.

On Whirlpool dishwashers: Open-circuit tubular flow-through heating element, burnt PCB heater relay contacts, or tripped thermal safety limit cutouts.

Measure flow-through heater resistance (nominal 24–29 Ω, ~2040W). Check thermal cutouts on heater housing (0 Ω continuity). Verify 230V AC output from PCB relay. Hold Cancel/Drain button for 5 seconds until drain cycle begins, allow 60s for sump evacuation, then power off and on.

F3

Refrigerator / Freezer

NTC Temperature Sensor & Thermistor

Whirlpool 6th Sense FreshControl Total NoFrost Refrigerator: Ambient room temperature sensor error F3; appliance cannot compensate refrigeration cycle for climate class variations.

On Whirlpool refrigerators (Whirlpool 6th Sense sensor algorithms and WAVE / L1373 electronic platform architecture): Open circuit or damaged NTC mounted on control console, fractured PCB track, or extreme room temperature (<10°C / >43°C).

Check ambient room temperature (must be 16°C–38°C for SN/T class). Measure ambient NTC sensor resistance on user interface PCB (~2.7 kΩ at 25°C). Replace board. Press and hold Fast Freeze and Temp buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds until audible confirmation beep sounds.

F3E

Oven / Microwave

NTC Temperature Sensor & Thermistor

Whirlpool 6th Sense W Collection & Absolute Pyrolytic Oven: Cavity NTC thermistor reading out of calibration range F3E; measured temperature deviates from model reference curve.

On Whirlpool ovens: Thermal aging and ceramic crystal degradation of NTC pellet caused by prolonged 280°C pyrolytic cleaning cycles.

Test sensor probe resistance across varying temperatures: ~1078 Ω at 20°C (rising to ~1385 Ω at 100°C for PT1000). Replace probe if non-linear. Switch function knob to 0, isolate mains power at breaker for 60 seconds to clear MCU memory, then reset clock.

F04

Tumble Dryer

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Whirlpool 6th Sense Supreme Care Heat Pump Tumble Dryer: Condensate evacuation pump failure F04; water collector sump float switch triggers full warning with tank unseated or pump stalled.

On Whirlpool tumble dryers: Sludge and wet lint choking lower pump sump, jammed impeller, broken delivery hose, or open condensate pump coil.

Access lower rear pump housing. Flush condensate collection sump with warm water. Measure pump motor winding resistance (nominal 600–900 Ω or 160–250 Ω). Rotate cycle dial to 6 o'clock, press Start 3 times, rotate to 7 o'clock, press Start 3 times, then return to Off.

F04

Hob / Cooktop

Drive Motor, Inverter & Tachometer Sensor

Whirlpool 6th Sense FlexiCook & CleanProtect Induction Cooktop: Mains supply undervoltage or missing phase error F04; inverter detects line voltage falling below 175V AC or missing phase on dual-rail feed.

On Whirlpool cooktops: Blown fuse on one branch of 2-phase supply, loose neutral screw terminal on connection block, or heavy grid voltage sag.

Verify incoming line voltage with digital multimeter: Phase 1 to Neutral must read 230V AC ± 10%, Phase 2 to Neutral 230V AC, Phase 1 to Phase 2 400V AC. Disconnect mains supply at isolation switch for 2 minutes, clean cooktop glass surface, and restore power.

F04

Oven / Microwave

Electronic Control Board (PCB) & Bus Communications

Whirlpool 6th Sense W Collection & Absolute Pyrolytic Oven: User interface to power PCB bus communication lost F04; display controller cannot handshake with relay switching board.

On Whirlpool ovens: Heat-damaged ribbon cable between fascia and lower rear compartment, oxidized connector terminals, or 12V DC power sag.

Inspect data ribbon cable for melted insulation. Reseat connectors with electronic contact spray. Check 12V DC and 5V DC regulated outputs on power PCB. Switch function knob to 0, isolate mains power at breaker for 60 seconds to clear MCU memory, then reset clock.

F04

Washing Machine

Water Level Pressure Switch & Air Dome

Whirlpool 6th Sense Supreme Care & FreshCare+ Washing Machine: Water level sensor signal fault F04; analog pressure sensor reading stuck on empty level or output frequency out of range.

On Whirlpool washing machines: Air bell pressure tube split, blocked with detergent residue, or defective electronic analog transducer switch.

Inspect flexible pressure hose for pinholes and clear air chamber. Measure sensor supply voltage (5V DC) and output frequency (approx 21–26 Hz empty). Turn cycle selector to 6 o'clock (Drain/Spin), press Cancel/Reset button 4 times within 5 seconds, then cycle power.

F4

Dishwasher

Water Level Pressure Switch & Air Dome

Whirlpool 6th Sense PowerClean Pro & MaxiSpace Dishwasher: Draining timeout failure F4; water level in hydraulic sump fails to drop below empty threshold within 4 minutes.

On Whirlpool dishwashers: Sump microfilter blocked by food soil, kinked drain hose, blocked non-return flap valve, or jammed drain pump impeller.

Remove and wash central fine mesh filters. Check drain impeller under sump cover for glass shards. Measure pump 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.

F4

Refrigerator / Freezer

NTC Temperature Sensor & Thermistor

Whirlpool 6th Sense FreshControl Total NoFrost Refrigerator: Fresh food refrigerator compartment air sensor error F4; compartment fails to regulate target chilling temperature.

On Whirlpool refrigerators (Whirlpool 6th Sense sensor algorithms and WAVE / L1373 electronic platform architecture): NTC air thermistor open or shorted inside fresh food liner, damaged protective grille, or corroded connector pin.

Unplug appliance. Locate air sensor inside refrigerator liner behind cover. Measure resistance: ~7.8 kΩ at 4°C, ~2.7 kΩ at 25°C. Replace sensor probe. Press and hold Fast Freeze and Temp buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds until audible confirmation beep sounds.

F05

Tumble Dryer

Electronic Control Board (PCB) & Bus Communications

Whirlpool 6th Sense Supreme Care Heat Pump Tumble Dryer: Electronic moisture conductivity sensor fault F05; sensor bars in drum front collar read out-of-bounds impedance value.

On Whirlpool tumble dryers: Fabric softener or calcium residue insulating metallic sensor strips, disconnected sensor ground wire, or failed amplifier PCB.

Scrub twin sensor bars with white vinegar and abrasive scotch-brite pad to remove invisible wax coating. Check wiring continuity to control module. Rotate cycle dial to 6 o'clock, press Start 3 times, rotate to 7 o'clock, press Start 3 times, then return to Off.

F05

Hob / Cooktop

General System & Mechanical Integration

Whirlpool 6th Sense FlexiCook & CleanProtect Induction Cooktop: Inductive coil pan detection resonance sensor failure F05; generator fails to detect pan presence or coil tuning circuit detuned.

On Whirlpool cooktops: Incompatible aluminum or copper cookware without magnetic base, cracked ferrite core segment beneath coil, or blown resonant capacitor.

Test cookware with handheld magnet (must stick firmly to bottom). Inspect induction coil ferrite bars for fractures. Measure resonant capacitor bank values. Disconnect mains supply at isolation switch for 2 minutes, clean cooktop glass surface, and restore power.

F05

Oven / Microwave

Drive Motor, Inverter & Tachometer Sensor

Whirlpool 6th Sense W Collection & Absolute Pyrolytic Oven: Pyrolytic door latch microswitch signal discrepancy F05; controller senses invalid combination of door open and lock position contacts.

On Whirlpool ovens: Deformed door latch hook, seized motorized cam drive, burnt microswitch leaf springs, or thermal expansion warping the latch bracket.

Inspect motorized door latch above cavity roof. Test continuity of both microswitches in open and locked positions (< 1 Ω closed). Replace latch assembly. Switch function knob to 0, isolate mains power at breaker for 60 seconds to clear MCU memory, then reset clock.

F05

Washing Machine

NTC Temperature Sensor & Thermistor

Whirlpool 6th Sense Supreme Care & FreshCare+ Washing Machine: Wash water temperature NTC sensor error F05; thermistor circuit detected open or shorted to chassis ground.

On Whirlpool washers: Damaged NTC probe wiring harness on Arcadia J9 or WAVE connector, corroded terminals, or internal thermistor pellet breakdown.

Measure NTC thermistor resistance at element collar: nominal ~12 kΩ at 20°C, ~4.8 kΩ at 25°C. Check wiring continuity to main board. Replace NTC probe if out of spec. Turn cycle selector to 6 o'clock (Drain/Spin), press Cancel/Reset button 4 times within 5 seconds, then cycle power.

F5

Dishwasher

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Whirlpool 6th Sense PowerClean Pro & MaxiSpace Dishwasher: Wash rotor stalled or low spray pressure F5; circulation pump motor draws excessive current or spray arms fail to spin.

On Whirlpool dishwashers: Fruit pit, toothpick, or broken glass wedged inside circulation pump impeller, or defective motor run capacitor / BLDC drive.

Remove circulation pump assembly from sump. Clear debris from internal volute impeller. Test motor windings (BLDC 3-phase: 45–60 Ω symmetrical). Hold Cancel/Drain button for 5 seconds until drain cycle begins, allow 60s for sump evacuation, then power off and on.

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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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