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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

F10

Washing Machine

NTC Temperature Sensor & Thermistor

Whirlpool 6th Sense Supreme Care & FreshCare+ Washing Machine: Motor control unit thermal cutoff F10; MCU inverter heatsink temperature sensor detects overheating or pressure state conflict.

On Whirlpool washing appliances: Inadequate heatsink ventilation, excessive drum friction from bearing failure, or degraded thermal paste on IPM inverter module.

Inspect drum rotation by hand for bearing drag. Check MCU heatsink for dust buildup and renew thermal paste on IPM module. Verify motor phase balance (6.5–8.5 Ω). Turn cycle selector to 6 o'clock (Drain/Spin), press Cancel/Reset button 4 times within 5 seconds, then cycle power.

F1 E1

Refrigerator / Freezer

Electronic Control Board (PCB) & Bus Communications

On Whirlpool Refrigerator: Main control board failure.

On Whirlpool Refrigerator: 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 Refrigerator: Reset power. If it persists, replace the main electronic control board. 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.

F11

Dishwasher

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Whirlpool 6th Sense PowerClean Pro & MaxiSpace Dishwasher: BLDC circulation pump inverter drive fault F11; IPM module detects overcurrent, loss of synchronism, or phase disconnect.

On Whirlpool dishwashers: Short-circuit between motor stator windings, seized ceramic rotor bearings, or damaged 3-phase IPM inverter silicon.

Measure resistance across each phase pair U-V, V-W, U-W on circulation motor (symmetrical ~45–60 Ω). Check for free shaft spin. Replace circulation pump or IPM board. Hold Cancel/Drain button for 5 seconds until drain cycle begins, allow 60s for sump evacuation, then power off and on.

F11

Tumble Dryer

Electronic Control Board (PCB) & Bus Communications

Whirlpool 6th Sense Supreme Care Heat Pump Tumble Dryer: UI to main control board serial communication timeout F11; console display fails to synchronize packets with power board.

On Whirlpool tumble dryers: Loose 4-wire data harness between top console and rear power module, moisture ingress, or 5V DC supply rail drop.

Check wiring harness continuity and firmly seat connectors at both ends. Verify 5V DC and 12V DC test voltages on power PCB. Replace defective harness. Rotate cycle dial to 6 o'clock, press Start 3 times, rotate to 7 o'clock, press Start 3 times, then return to Off.

F11

Oven / Microwave

Drive Motor, Inverter & Tachometer Sensor

Whirlpool 6th Sense W Collection & Absolute Pyrolytic Oven: Tangential cooling fan rotation speed below safety threshold F11; blower RPM drops below minimum airflow rate required during bake.

On Whirlpool ovens: Carbonized cooking grease deposits on fan squirrel cage, motor bearing drag, or weakened motor phase-shift capacitor.

Clean blower cylinder blades. Lubricate bronze porous bushings with synthetic high-temperature oil. Test phase capacitor (1.5–2.5 µF). Replace blower motor. Switch function knob to 0, isolate mains power at breaker for 60 seconds to clear MCU memory, then reset clock.

F11

Washing Machine

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Whirlpool 6th Sense Supreme Care & FreshCare+ Washing Machine: Drain pump circuit feedback failure F11; microprocessor fails to sense drain pump coil continuity via sensing line.

On Whirlpool washers: Loose terminal on Arcadia J13 or WAVE drain harness, broken copper wire, open pump thermal protector, or burnt triac driver.

Verify wiring harness continuity from main PCB to drain pump terminals. Measure pump coil resistance (160–185 Ω). Check PCB triac driver for visual burning. Turn cycle selector to 6 o'clock (Drain/Spin), press Cancel/Reset button 4 times within 5 seconds, then cycle power.

F12

Dishwasher

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Whirlpool 6th Sense PowerClean Pro & MaxiSpace Dishwasher: Power PCB to user display communication timeout F12; serial data line packets dropped between door console and base module.

On Whirlpool dishwashers: Chafed or broken copper conductors inside door lower hinge flex harness, corroded plug terminals, or 12V DC power drop.

Inspect wiring harness across lower door hinge for broken wires. Test continuity of serial Rx/Tx lines. Verify stable 5V DC and 12V DC rails on power PCB. Hold Cancel/Drain button for 5 seconds until drain cycle begins, allow 60s for sump evacuation, then power off and on.

F12

Tumble Dryer

Drive Motor, Inverter & Tachometer Sensor

Whirlpool 6th Sense Supreme Care Heat Pump Tumble Dryer: Moisture sensor electrode open circuit F12; conductivity sensing bars read permanent infinite resistance during wet cycle.

On Whirlpool tumble dryers: Disconnected slip ring wiper contact on front drum baffle, broken sensor lead, or heavy calcium coating on sensing bars.

Clean sensor bars with fine sandpaper and vinegar. Inspect carbon brush slip contact riding on drum shell. Verify wiring continuity to electronic board. Rotate cycle dial to 6 o'clock, press Start 3 times, rotate to 7 o'clock, press Start 3 times, then return to Off.

F12

Hob / Cooktop

Electronic Control Board (PCB) & Bus Communications

Whirlpool 6th Sense FlexiCook & CleanProtect Induction Cooktop: Induction power relay drive line failure F12; high-current relay fails to energize coil zone when power booster is commanded.

On Whirlpool cooktops: Open transistor switch on 12V relay bus, open circuit in relay coil, or broken PCB trace following inductive transient spike.

Measure continuity of power relay coils (350–450 Ω). Check transistor collector voltage during booster actuation (drops to ~0.7V DC). Replace relay or PCB. Disconnect mains supply at isolation switch for 2 minutes, clean cooktop glass surface, and restore power.

F12

Oven / Microwave

Electronic Control Board (PCB) & Bus Communications

Whirlpool 6th Sense W Collection & Absolute Pyrolytic Oven: Rotary function encoder or mode selector potentiometer defective F12; control PCB reads invalid selection matrix signals.

On Whirlpool ovens: Oxidation on rotary selector switch wiper tracks, cracked solder pins on encoder PCB, or spilled cleaning fluid inside bezel.

Disassemble front console. Clean rotary encoder contacts with isopropyl alcohol and dry thoroughly. Resolder cracked pins or replace selector switch. Switch function knob to 0, isolate mains power at breaker for 60 seconds to clear MCU memory, then reset clock.

F12

Washing Machine

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Whirlpool 6th Sense Supreme Care & FreshCare+ Washing Machine: UI to main control PCB communication loss F12; display board fails to exchange handshake packets with base power module.

On Whirlpool washing appliances: Corroded data bus ribbon cable between console and lower chassis, cold solder joints, or 5V DC standby power supply ripple.

Check ribbon cable connectors between display and power PCB. Verify stable 5V DC and 12V DC on power board test points. Reseat connectors or replace faulty PCB. Turn cycle selector to 6 o'clock (Drain/Spin), press Cancel/Reset button 4 times within 5 seconds, then cycle power.

F13

Dishwasher

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Whirlpool 6th Sense PowerClean Pro & MaxiSpace Dishwasher: Detergent dispenser actuator triac fault F13; combination dispenser solenoid fails to energize or draw holding current.

On Whirlpool dishwashers: Burnt wax motor or open solenoid coil in inner door dispenser assembly, or failed switching triac on power board.

Disconnect inner door panel. Measure dispenser actuator solenoid resistance (nominal 1.2–2.5 kΩ, or 800–1600 Ω wax motor). Replace dispenser unit if coil open. Hold Cancel/Drain button for 5 seconds until drain cycle begins, allow 60s for sump evacuation, then power off and on.

F13

Tumble Dryer

NTC Temperature Sensor & Thermistor

Whirlpool 6th Sense Supreme Care Heat Pump Tumble Dryer: Condenser heat exchanger NTC thermistor fault F13; evaporator temperature sensor value out of calibration range.

On Whirlpool heat pump dryers: Wet lint clogged around heat pump evaporator fins, dislodged NTC clip on copper pipe, or sensor thermistor failure.

Clean heat exchanger fins with soft fin comb. Ensure NTC probe is firmly clipped to refrigerant tube. Measure resistance: nominal ~10 kΩ at 25°C. Rotate cycle dial to 6 o'clock, press Start 3 times, rotate to 7 o'clock, press Start 3 times, then return to Off.

F13

Oven / Microwave

General System & Mechanical Integration

Whirlpool 6th Sense W Collection & Absolute Pyrolytic Oven: Food meat probe socket short circuit to chassis earth F13; controller detects abnormal low impedance on meat probe input jack.

On Whirlpool ovens: Grease and moisture condensation inside side-wall probe jack receptacle, pinched probe harness against metal side panel, or damaged jack housing.

Clean interior of probe jack with cotton swab and degreaser. Check jack terminal insulation to oven chassis (> 10 MΩ). Replace jack assembly if shorted. Switch function knob to 0, isolate mains power at breaker for 60 seconds to clear MCU memory, then reset clock.

F13

Washing Machine

NTC Temperature Sensor & Thermistor

Whirlpool 6th Sense Supreme Care & FreshCare+ Washing Machine: Dispenser diverter actuator or drying NTC sensor fault F13; detergent compartment motor out of sync or drying thermistor open.

On Whirlpool washing appliances: Stripped diverter gear cog in water dispenser top, seized micro-gearbox, or open circuit on washer-dryer drying duct NTC.

Inspect dispenser water nozzle gearing for mechanical binding. Measure diverter motor resistance (~4.5–6.0 kΩ). On washer-dryers, test drying NTC (~20 kΩ at 25°C). Turn cycle selector to 6 o'clock (Drain/Spin), press Cancel/Reset button 4 times within 5 seconds, then cycle power.

F14

Dishwasher

Water Level Pressure Switch & Air Dome

Whirlpool 6th Sense PowerClean Pro & MaxiSpace Dishwasher: Virtual water level sensor calculation discrepancy F14; algorithm detects mismatch between circulation pump torque and water presence.

On Whirlpool dishwashers: Foaming detergent cavitating circulation pump, clogged fine filter starving water intake, or low line voltage altering motor power factor.

Clean sump stainless steel fine filter. Check for soap foam in tub (add 1 tbsp cooking oil to collapse bubbles). Verify stable 230V mains voltage. Hold Cancel/Drain button for 5 seconds until drain cycle begins, allow 60s for sump evacuation, then power off and on.

F14

Tumble Dryer

Drive Motor, Inverter & Tachometer Sensor

Whirlpool 6th Sense Supreme Care Heat Pump Tumble Dryer: Heat pump inverter compressor IPM overcurrent protection F14; drive module detects compressor phase over-amperage or lockup.

On Whirlpool heat pump tumble dryers: Refrigerant circuit pressure unbalance, shorted BLDC compressor stator winding, or failed inverter power module.

Allow 20 minutes for refrigerant pressure equalization. Measure compressor terminal resistances across all 3 phases (symmetrical ~8–14 Ω). Replace inverter or compressor. Rotate cycle dial to 6 o'clock, press Start 3 times, rotate to 7 o'clock, press Start 3 times, then return to Off.

F14

Oven / Microwave

NTC Temperature Sensor & Thermistor

Whirlpool 6th Sense W Collection & Absolute Pyrolytic Oven: Meat probe reading exceeds maximum allowable temperature limit F14; probe input registers temperature exceeding 110°C.

On Whirlpool ovens: Meat probe inserted incorrectly or left exposed directly to radiant grill heat, internal thermistor breakdown, or probe handle contact with flame.

Unplug meat probe from cavity wall. Allow to cool. Test probe resistance at ambient 20°C: nominal ~1000 Ω (PT1000) or ~47 kΩ (NTC). Insert fully into center of roast. Switch function knob to 0, isolate mains power at breaker for 60 seconds to clear MCU memory, then reset clock.

F14

Washing Machine

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Whirlpool 6th Sense Supreme Care & FreshCare+ Washing Machine: Main PCB microcontroller EEPROM memory checksum error F14; corrupt firmware settings block program execution.

On Whirlpool washing appliances: Voltage brownout during non-volatile memory write cycle, electrical grid noise, or damaged EEPROM chip on Arcadia / WAVE board.

Perform complete electrical power discharge (unplug for 10 minutes). If fault recurs, reflash EEPROM firmware using factory service interface or replace main PCB. Turn cycle selector to 6 o'clock (Drain/Spin), press Cancel/Reset button 4 times within 5 seconds, then cycle power.

F15

Dishwasher

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Whirlpool 6th Sense PowerClean Pro & MaxiSpace Dishwasher: Circulation pump motor Hall sensor disconnect F15; inverter control board loses position pulse feedback from BLDC stator.

On Whirlpool dishwashers: Defective Hall IC on pump rear circuit, loose 3-wire signal plug on DEA700 power module, or moisture ingress into sensor cavity.

Inspect 3-wire Hall sensor connector on circulation pump and main PCB. Check 5V DC supply to sensor. If wiring intact and error persists, replace circulation pump. Hold Cancel/Drain button for 5 seconds until drain cycle begins, allow 60s for sump evacuation, then power off and on.

F15

Tumble Dryer

Drive Motor, Inverter & Tachometer Sensor

Whirlpool 6th Sense Supreme Care Heat Pump Tumble Dryer: Drum belt tensioner safety switch open F15; microswitch on motor jockey arm trips due to loose or broken drive belt.

On Whirlpool tumble dryers: Snapped drive belt, dislocated belt tensioner jockey wheel, or defective safety cutoff switch on motor cradle.

Remove side panel and inspect belt path. Mount new elastic poly-V belt around motor pulley and drum. Test tensioner switch continuity (< 1 Ω closed). Rotate cycle dial to 6 o'clock, press Start 3 times, rotate to 7 o'clock, press Start 3 times, then return to Off.

F15

Washing Machine

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Whirlpool 6th Sense Supreme Care & FreshCare+ Washing Machine: Drum position sensor (DSP) or dryer heating relay fault F15; drum flap alignment sensor missing or washer-dryer relay stuck.

On Whirlpool top-loaders and washer-dryers: Pulley magnet detached, reed sensor displaced on tub exterior, or welded contacts on drying heater relay.

Inspect drum pulley magnet and verify reed switch closure with handheld magnet. On washer-dryers, test drying relay coils (12V DC) and continuity. Turn cycle selector to 6 o'clock (Drain/Spin), press Cancel/Reset button 4 times within 5 seconds, then cycle power.

F16

Washing Machine

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Whirlpool 6th Sense Supreme Care & FreshCare+ Washing Machine: Drum lock top-loader safety interlock fault F16; microswitch indicates drum gate not secured at spin cycle initiation.

On Whirlpool top-loading washers: Drum access flap latch not fully clicked into keeper, broken mechanical gate catch, or failed optical sensor beam.

Open top lid and manually confirm positive click-lock of both drum flap latches. Inspect gate spring hinges. Measure gate switch continuity (< 1 Ω closed). Turn cycle selector to 6 o'clock (Drain/Spin), press Cancel/Reset button 4 times within 5 seconds, then cycle power.

F18

Washing Machine

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Whirlpool 6th Sense Supreme Care & FreshCare+ Washing Machine: Excessive foam overdosing warning F18; pressure transducer senses suds accumulation preventing drain pump priming.

On Whirlpool washing machines: High-foaming non-HE detergent used, massive overdose of liquid soap, or partially restricted drain hose trap.

Allow suds to settle naturally for 30 minutes. Run cold rinse cycle without detergent. Clean drain filter and adjust future detergent dosing. Turn cycle selector to 6 o'clock (Drain/Spin), press Cancel/Reset button 4 times within 5 seconds, then cycle power.

F20

Tumble Dryer

NTC Temperature Sensor & Thermistor

Whirlpool 6th Sense Supreme Care Heat Pump Tumble Dryer: Upper lint filter air flow restriction F20; airflow thermistor senses thermal rise due to clogged door lint screen.

On Whirlpool tumble dryers: Thick lint mat over fine mesh door screen, fabric softener film blocking air pores, or obstructed front duct throat.

Wash door lint filter under hot running water with mild dish soap to clear invisible films. Vacuum out the lower filter chute before resuming cycle. Rotate cycle dial to 6 o'clock, press Start 3 times, rotate to 7 o'clock, press Start 3 times, then return to Off.

F20

Washing Machine

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Whirlpool 6th Sense Supreme Care & FreshCare+ Washing Machine: Water inlet and heater temperature discrepancy F20; wash water fails to heat while continuous cold water entry is detected.

On Whirlpool washers: Siphoning effect through low standpipe (< 65 cm), leaking inlet valve triac, or simultaneous drain and fill conditions.

Raise drain hose apex between 65 cm and 100 cm height. Check for siphon seal. Inspect inlet valve for electrical or mechanical leakage. Turn cycle selector to 6 o'clock (Drain/Spin), press Cancel/Reset button 4 times within 5 seconds, then cycle power.

F2 E1

Oven / Microwave

General System & Mechanical Integration

On Whirlpool Oven: A button on the control panel appears stuck

On Whirlpool Oven: Shorted key or stuck button on the touch panel or membrane keypad.

On Whirlpool Oven: Clean the control panel. If the error persists, the keypad/touch interface assembly needs to be replaced.

F21

Tumble Dryer

Drive Motor, Inverter & Tachometer Sensor

Whirlpool 6th Sense Supreme Care Heat Pump Tumble Dryer: Display to power module serial handshake loss F21; communication line fails periodic liveness heartbeat check.

On Whirlpool tumble dryers: Vibration-induced fretting corrosion on console plug terminals, damaged data wire, or electromagnetic interference from motor.

Disconnect and reseat data ribbon cable. Apply electronic contact lubricant to connector pins. Verify grounding strap between motor and chassis. Rotate cycle dial to 6 o'clock, press Start 3 times, rotate to 7 o'clock, press Start 3 times, then return to Off.

F21

Hob / Cooktop

Electronic Control Board (PCB) & Bus Communications

Whirlpool 6th Sense FlexiCook & CleanProtect Induction Cooktop: Serial communication bus timeout between power and UI modules F21; continuous framing errors disrupt induction coil firing.

On Whirlpool cooktops: Electrical noise coupling into data ribbon cable from high-frequency induction coils, loose connector latch, or faulty transceiver IC.

Reroute data ribbon cable away from high-voltage induction coil leads. Ensure ferrite clamp is installed around cable. Test 5V DC transceiver supply. Disconnect mains supply at isolation switch for 2 minutes, clean cooktop glass surface, and restore power.

F21

Washing Machine

Drainage System & Drain Pump

Whirlpool 6th Sense Supreme Care & FreshCare+ Washing Machine: User interface serial communication line error F21; console board loses synchronous data stream with core motor controller.

On Whirlpool washing appliances: Damaged serial communication line harness, loose pin crimp, moisture on UI circuit board, or electrical inverter surge.

Inspect wiring harness continuity between console board and motor controller. Clean edge connectors with contact cleaner. Verify 5V DC supply rail. Turn cycle selector to 6 o'clock (Drain/Spin), press Cancel/Reset button 4 times within 5 seconds, then cycle power.

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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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