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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

F5

Refrigerator / Freezer

NTC Temperature Sensor & Thermistor

Whirlpool 6th Sense FreshControl Total NoFrost Refrigerator: BioFresh / 0°C Chiller / FreshBox drawer NTC sensor fault F5; zero-degree precision climate zone fails to regulate.

On Whirlpool refrigerators (Whirlpool 6th Sense sensor algorithms and WAVE / L1373 electronic platform architecture): NTC probe cable pinched beneath crisper drawer rail, cracked sensor housing, or moisture contamination in connector.

Isolate mains power. Remove chiller drawer and inspect NTC sensor probe mounted in drawer air canal. Measure resistance (~16 kΩ at 0°C). Replace sensor. Press and hold Fast Freeze and Temp buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds until audible confirmation beep sounds.

F06

Tumble Dryer

Drive Motor, Inverter & Tachometer Sensor

Whirlpool 6th Sense Supreme Care Heat Pump Tumble Dryer: Drum rotation tachometer pulse failure F06; motor runs but microcomputer receives no tachometric feedback within 5 seconds.

On Whirlpool tumble dryers: Broken poly-V drive belt, loose motor shaft tachometer magnet, disconnected tach harness plug, or worn idler tension spring.

Inspect drum drive belt tension around motor spindle and drum perimeter. Measure tachometer generator coil resistance (nominal 115–170 Ω). Replace belt if broken. Rotate cycle dial to 6 o'clock, press Start 3 times, rotate to 7 o'clock, press Start 3 times, then return to Off.

F06

Hob / Cooktop

Electronic Control Board (PCB) & Bus Communications

Whirlpool 6th Sense FlexiCook & CleanProtect Induction Cooktop: Power board heatsink temperature exceeds 95°C limit F06; thermal protection automatically de-energizes induction generator stages.

On Whirlpool cooktops: Obstructed cabinet ventilation air gap (< 5mm beneath worktop), stalled cooling fan, or prolonged booster mode with multiple zones.

Verify minimum 5mm front ventilation slot below front edge of countertop. Ensure cooling fan spins freely without foreign debris. Allow 15 minutes to cool down. Disconnect mains supply at isolation switch for 2 minutes, clean cooktop glass surface, and restore power.

F06

Oven / Microwave

NTC Temperature Sensor & Thermistor

Whirlpool 6th Sense W Collection & Absolute Pyrolytic Oven: Cavity thermal runaway or overtemperature limit exceeded F06; temperature probe detects cavity heat exceeding 320°C in standard bake mode.

On Whirlpool ovens: Welded heating element relay contacts on power board maintaining 230V to elements, or drifted temperature sensor reading.

Disconnect mains breaker immediately. Measure heating element relay contacts on power board (must read infinite ohms de-energized). Verify PT1000 sensor curve. Switch function knob to 0, isolate mains power at breaker for 60 seconds to clear MCU memory, then reset clock.

F06

Washing Machine

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Whirlpool 6th Sense Supreme Care & FreshCare+ Washing Machine: Motor drive tachometer failure F06; microcomputer receives no tachometric feedback pulses during drum rotation attempt.

On Whirlpool washing appliances: Tachometer coil ring loose on rear motor shaft, worn carbon brushes (< 15 mm), disconnected tach harness, or defective motor triac.

Measure tachometer coil resistance: 115–170 Ω. Check carbon brush length (replace if under 15 mm). Inspect rotor winding continuity (1.5–3.5 Ω). Turn cycle selector to 6 o'clock (Drain/Spin), press Cancel/Reset button 4 times within 5 seconds, then cycle power.

F6

Dishwasher

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Whirlpool 6th Sense PowerClean Pro & MaxiSpace Dishwasher: Water inlet tap closed error F6; insufficient water fills sump during filling sequence, flow rate below 1.5 L/min.

On Whirlpool dishwashers: Supply stopcock closed, kinked inlet hose with integrated AquaStop valve, blocked sand filter, or line pressure below 0.5 bar.

Verify dynamic supply pressure at tap. Clean mesh filter in AquaStop connection nut. Measure inlet valve solenoid coil resistance (3.5–4.5 kΩ). Hold Cancel/Drain button for 5 seconds until drain cycle begins, allow 60s for sump evacuation, then power off and on.

F6

Refrigerator / Freezer

Drive Motor, Inverter & Tachometer Sensor

Whirlpool 6th Sense FreshControl Total NoFrost Refrigerator: Motorized air damper flap position error F6; baffle flap jammed or microswitch feedback not detected during open/close sweep.

On Whirlpool refrigerators (Whirlpool 6th Sense sensor algorithms and WAVE / L1373 electronic platform architecture): Ice accumulation jamming damper flap mechanism, stripped reduction gear teeth, or burned stepper motor drive coils (~400 Ω).

Disconnect power. Remove air tower ducting. Check damper motor coil resistance (~400 Ω per phase). Clear frost blockage. Replace defective motorized damper unit. Press and hold Fast Freeze and Temp buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds until audible confirmation beep sounds.

F6E

Oven / Microwave

Electronic Control Board (PCB) & Bus Communications

Whirlpool 6th Sense W Collection & Absolute Pyrolytic Oven: High-voltage relay switching board line voltage anomaly F6E; zero-crossing detector detects erratic frequency or voltage spikes.

On Whirlpool ovens: Poor mains electrical connection at terminal block, floating neutral conductor in household panel, or degraded filter varistor on PCB.

Inspect mains terminal block behind oven and torque all screw terminals. Verify phase-to-neutral voltage (230V AC ± 10%) and phase-to-earth voltage. Switch function knob to 0, isolate mains power at breaker for 60 seconds to clear MCU memory, then reset clock.

F07

Tumble Dryer

Heating Element, Thermostat & Safety Fuse

Whirlpool 6th Sense Supreme Care Heat Pump Tumble Dryer: Heating element relay contacts welded closed F07; power PCB senses continuous thermal draw when heating is commanded off.

On Whirlpool tumble dryers: High current electrical arcing welding relay armature contacts on main control module under heavy 2500W load.

Disconnect power immediately to prevent overheating. Test normally-open relay contacts with ohmmeter (must read open circuit). Replace heater relay or PCB. Rotate cycle dial to 6 o'clock, press Start 3 times, rotate to 7 o'clock, press Start 3 times, then return to Off.

F07

Hob / Cooktop

Drive Motor, Inverter & Tachometer Sensor

Whirlpool 6th Sense FlexiCook & CleanProtect Induction Cooktop: Chassis cooling fan stalled or tachometer missing F07; power module disables induction heating when cooling blower fails.

On Whirlpool cooktops: Kitchen drawer contents or wiring pinching cooling fan impeller blades, worn sleeve bearings, or open fan motor winding.

Inspect cooling fan underneath cooktop casing for mechanical obstructions. Spin fan blades by hand. Test 12V DC operating voltage and tach pulse on fan plug. Disconnect mains supply at isolation switch for 2 minutes, clean cooktop glass surface, and restore power.

F07

Oven / Microwave

Drive Motor, Inverter & Tachometer Sensor

Whirlpool 6th Sense W Collection & Absolute Pyrolytic Oven: Pyrolytic door lock motor mechanical jam F07; motorized drive fails to complete locking or unlocking stroke within 45 seconds.

On Whirlpool ovens: Hardened grease seizing gear train, warped locking hook catching on door frame, or stripped nylon reduction cogs.

Access door lock motor beneath top cover. Clear mechanical binding and lubricate with high-temperature silicone grease. Measure motor winding (2.5–4.5 kΩ). Switch function knob to 0, isolate mains power at breaker for 60 seconds to clear MCU memory, then reset clock.

F07

Washing Machine

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Whirlpool 6th Sense Supreme Care & FreshCare+ Washing Machine: Motor triac short-circuit error F07; control PCB senses uncontrolled drum acceleration or welded motor driver contacts.

On Whirlpool washers: Punctured power triac semiconductor junction on main control board due to mains surge or motor winding transient spike.

Disconnect mains power. Measure resistance between A1 and A2 terminals of motor triac on power board (short = 0 Ω, replace triac or board). Verify motor insulation. Turn cycle selector to 6 o'clock (Drain/Spin), press Cancel/Reset button 4 times within 5 seconds, then cycle power.

F7

Dishwasher

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Whirlpool 6th Sense PowerClean Pro & MaxiSpace Dishwasher: Flowmeter turbine sensor impulse fault F7; turbine fails to generate digital pulses while water fills tub.

On Whirlpool dishwashers: Lime scale jammed impeller in water matrix air break side jacket, or defective glass reed switch sensor board.

Inspect side water jacket (air break) for free rotation of turbine wheel. Test reed switch continuity on multimeter during water fill. Replace reed PCB or jacket. Hold Cancel/Drain button for 5 seconds until drain cycle begins, allow 60s for sump evacuation, then power off and on.

F7

Refrigerator / Freezer

Refrigeration Compressor, Defrost Heater & PTC Relay

Whirlpool 6th Sense FreshControl Total NoFrost Refrigerator: Freezer evaporator air circulation fan motor error F7; fan blade rotation stalled or RPM speed tachometer signal absent.

On Whirlpool refrigerators (Whirlpool 6th Sense sensor algorithms and WAVE / L1373 electronic platform architecture): Heavy frost wrapping fan blades due to defrost failure, dried sleeve bearings, or disconnected 12V DC fan harness.

Disconnect mains power. Access evaporator compartment behind rear cover. Verify free rotation of fan blade. Check 12V DC supply voltage and tacho feedback. Replace fan. Press and hold Fast Freeze and Temp buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds until audible confirmation beep sounds.

F08

Tumble Dryer

Heating Element, Thermostat & Safety Fuse

Whirlpool 6th Sense Supreme Care Heat Pump Tumble Dryer: Heating element open circuit or heat pump compressor failure F08; air chamber temperature fails to rise by 5°C in 15 minutes.

On Whirlpool tumble dryers: Broken nichrome coil on dual heating element (28 Ω + 36 Ω), tripped manual high-limit stat, or seized heat-pump compressor.

Check red reset button on rear heater casing. Measure resistance of both heating circuits (approx 28 Ω and 36 Ω). In heat pump units, verify compressor windings. Rotate cycle dial to 6 o'clock, press Start 3 times, rotate to 7 o'clock, press Start 3 times, then return to Off.

F08

Hob / Cooktop

Electronic Control Board (PCB) & Bus Communications

Whirlpool 6th Sense FlexiCook & CleanProtect Induction Cooktop: Auxiliary induction coil relay drive fault F08; relay driver IC on generator module fails to actuate coil zone switching contacts.

On Whirlpool cooktops: Burned relay coil, cracked solder joint on relay terminals, or defective ULN2003 relay driver chip on generator PCB.

Inspect generator PCB for cracked solder joints beneath induction zone switching relays. Measure relay coil resistance (nominal 350–450 Ω). Replace relay or PCB. Disconnect mains supply at isolation switch for 2 minutes, clean cooktop glass surface, and restore power.

F08

Oven / Microwave

Heating Element, Thermostat & Safety Fuse

Whirlpool 6th Sense W Collection & Absolute Pyrolytic Oven: Upper grill / broil heating element open circuit F08; no current flows through top heating element circuit during broil selection.

On Whirlpool ovens: Burned-out nichrome element coil inside upper sheathed heating rod, oxidized spade connector, or open relay on power board.

Disconnect power. Remove rear panel and measure upper element resistance across outer and inner coils (nominal 20–35 Ω). Replace element if infinite ohms. Switch function knob to 0, isolate mains power at breaker for 60 seconds to clear MCU memory, then reset clock.

F08

Washing Machine

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Whirlpool 6th Sense Supreme Care & FreshCare+ Washing Machine: Heating element earth leakage failure F08; insulation degradation detected between heater coil and appliance chassis earth.

On Whirlpool washing appliances: Internal magnesium oxide insulation breakdown inside heating tube due to scale accumulation or thermal stress.

Measure heater coil resistance (nominal 24–28 Ω, ~2050W). Test insulation resistance with 500V megohmmeter (must exceed > 20 MΩ to earth; replace element if lower). Turn cycle selector to 6 o'clock (Drain/Spin), press Cancel/Reset button 4 times within 5 seconds, then cycle power.

F8

Dishwasher

Water Level Pressure Switch & Air Dome

Whirlpool 6th Sense PowerClean Pro & MaxiSpace Dishwasher: Sump water level inconsistency or diverter fault F8; OWI sensor optical reading conflicts with pressure calculation.

On Whirlpool dishwashers: Fat or grease film coating the optical sensor lens, heavy detergent foaming, or motorized diverter valve (MDV) stuck mid-position.

Clean optical OWI sensor face in sump bottom with warm soapy water and soft sponge. Verify diverter motor resistance (6.0–7.5 kΩ). Recalibrate optical sensor. Hold Cancel/Drain button for 5 seconds until drain cycle begins, allow 60s for sump evacuation, then power off and on.

F8

Refrigerator / Freezer

NTC Temperature Sensor & Thermistor

Whirlpool 6th Sense FreshControl Total NoFrost Refrigerator: Automatic ice maker assembly fault F8; ice mold harvest rotation cycle timeout or tray thermistor out of range.

On Whirlpool refrigerators (Whirlpool 6th Sense sensor algorithms and WAVE / L1373 electronic platform architecture): Ice cube jammed in mold stripper finger, stripped gearbox drive gear, disconnected microswitch, or frozen fill tube.

Isolate power. Inspect ice maker tray for stuck cubes. Test harvest motor winding resistance (~3.5 kΩ to 5 kΩ). Clear ice blockage or replace ice maker unit. Press and hold Fast Freeze and Temp buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds until audible confirmation beep sounds.

F09

Tumble Dryer

Electronic Control Board (PCB) & Bus Communications

Whirlpool 6th Sense Supreme Care Heat Pump Tumble Dryer: Control board EEPROM configuration checksum error F09; processor detects corrupted model variant coding in memory.

On Whirlpool tumble dryers: Voltage fluctuation during drying cycle write operation, lightning grid surge, or memory silicon degradation.

Unplug unit for 15 minutes. If code returns upon power-up, reconfigure board with brand service tool or replace pre-programmed electronic 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.

F09

Hob / Cooktop

Electronic Control Board (PCB) & Bus Communications

Whirlpool 6th Sense FlexiCook & CleanProtect Induction Cooktop: Touch UI microcontroller EEPROM calibration checksum fault F09; user interface configuration parameters fail validation test.

On Whirlpool cooktops: Voltage fluctuation during cooking zone level adjustment, corrupted calibration bytes in memory, or damaged touch MCU.

Disconnect power at distribution breaker for 10 minutes. If fault persists upon restore, reflash UI firmware or replace touch control module. Disconnect mains supply at isolation switch for 2 minutes, clean cooktop glass surface, and restore power.

F09

Oven / Microwave

Heating Element, Thermostat & Safety Fuse

Whirlpool 6th Sense W Collection & Absolute Pyrolytic Oven: Lower bake heating element open circuit F09; bottom floor heating rod draws zero current during conventional bake mode.

On Whirlpool ovens: Thermal fatigue fracture in bottom heating rod coil, terminal lug burn-off beneath insulation mat, or open bake relay contacts.

Isolate power. Access lower element terminals from rear. Measure resistance (nominal 38–52 Ω, ~1100W–1300W). Check wiring and replace bottom element. Switch function knob to 0, isolate mains power at breaker for 60 seconds to clear MCU memory, then reset clock.

F09

Washing Machine

Water Level Pressure Switch & Air Dome

Whirlpool 6th Sense Supreme Care & FreshCare+ Washing Machine: Drum water overfill condition F09; safety overflow contact on pressure switch tripped or EEPROM parameter discrepancy detected.

On Whirlpool washers: Continuous mechanical water flow through stuck open inlet solenoid valve, or clogged air pressure trap holding high pressure.

Turn off water tap immediately. Check if water enters tub with machine unpowered (if yes, replace inlet valve). Inspect pressure switch contacts and air trap. Turn cycle selector to 6 o'clock (Drain/Spin), press Cancel/Reset button 4 times within 5 seconds, then cycle power.

F9

Dishwasher

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Whirlpool 6th Sense PowerClean Pro & MaxiSpace Dishwasher: Continuous water fill detected F9; inlet valve fails to close or triac on power board leaks current, overfilling sump.

On Whirlpool dishwashers: Solenoid plunger stuck open mechanically by sand particle, or punctured triac semiconductor on main control module.

Turn off water tap. Unplug appliance. If water still flows into tub, replace dual inlet valve assembly. If stops, inspect board triac output. Hold Cancel/Drain button for 5 seconds until drain cycle begins, allow 60s for sump evacuation, then power off and on.

F9

Refrigerator / Freezer

Refrigeration Compressor, Defrost Heater & PTC Relay

Whirlpool 6th Sense FreshControl Total NoFrost Refrigerator: Variable speed inverter compressor drive fault F9; compressor fails to start, trips on overcurrent, or loses phase sync.

On Whirlpool refrigerators (Whirlpool 6th Sense sensor algorithms and WAVE / L1373 electronic platform architecture): Damaged IPM intelligent power module on inverter PCB, open/shorted compressor 3-phase windings (~9.5 Ω balanced), or low line voltage.

Disconnect mains. Discharge high-voltage capacitors. Measure resistance between compressor terminals U-V, V-W, W-U (must be identical, ~9.5 Ω ±0.5 Ω). Replace inverter PCB. Press and hold Fast Freeze and Temp buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds until audible confirmation beep sounds.

F1 E0

Oven / Microwave

Electronic Control Board (PCB) & Bus Communications

On Whirlpool Oven: Oven is not functioning, display shows error

On Whirlpool Oven: Main control board (MCU) failure.

On Whirlpool Oven: Disconnect power for 5 minutes to attempt a reset. If the error returns, the control board needs to be replaced.

F10

Dishwasher

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Whirlpool 6th Sense PowerClean Pro & MaxiSpace Dishwasher: Heating circuit safety relay stuck open F10; DEA700 power module fails to close high-current heater contact.

On Whirlpool dishwashers: Open relay driver transistor on DEA700 PCB, defective relay coil, or broken trace in high-current heating loop.

Inspect DEA700 power module for burned solder pads under heater relay. Measure relay coil continuity (nominal 350–450 Ω). Replace power board if relay damaged. Hold Cancel/Drain button for 5 seconds until drain cycle begins, allow 60s for sump evacuation, then power off and on.

F10

Tumble Dryer

Drive Motor, Inverter & Tachometer Sensor

Whirlpool 6th Sense Supreme Care Heat Pump Tumble Dryer: Motor control module thermal cutoff activation F10; MCU inverter temperature exceeds safe operating threshold (> 85°C).

On Whirlpool tumble dryers: Blocked lower air cooling intake vents, heavy lint accumulation over electronics heatsink, or bearing friction on motor shaft.

Clean base ventilation grilles. Vacuum lint from inverter heatsink fins. Check motor shaft for free spin without radial play. Allow unit to cool 30 minutes. Rotate cycle dial to 6 o'clock, press Start 3 times, rotate to 7 o'clock, press Start 3 times, then return to Off.

F10

Oven / Microwave

Heating Element, Thermostat & Safety Fuse

Whirlpool 6th Sense W Collection & Absolute Pyrolytic Oven: Cavity slow heating rate or temperature drift F10; cavity fails to climb by at least 50°C within 15 minutes of heating startup.

On Whirlpool ovens: Defective circular fan heating element (convection ring element open), degraded door perimeter gasket, or low mains supply voltage (< 205V).

Inspect circular convection heating element (nominal 24–32 Ω, ~2000W). Check door gasket seal integrity with paper strip test. Verify 230V mains voltage under load. Switch function knob to 0, isolate mains power at breaker for 60 seconds to clear MCU memory, then reset clock.

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Whirlpool — Complete Error Code Catalog

105 Verified Error Codes

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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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