Full Error Code List
Whirlpool washing machine error codes
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Whirlpool washing machine code table
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Code
Meaning
Severity
Page
dET
The washer expected to find a detergent cartridge in the dispenser but could not detect one. This code appears on models with an automatic detergent dispensing system (such as the Load & Go dispenser). The washer will not start the cycle until the cartridge issue is resolved.
low severity
drn
The washer attempted to drain but water remains in the tub after the drain cycle completed. This code appears on top-load HE models and is the functional equivalent of F9E1 on front-load models.
medium severity
F5E2
The washer's control board attempted to lock the door but did not receive confirmation that the lock engaged within the allowed time. The cycle cannot start until the door locks securely.
medium severity
F7E1
The control board is not receiving a valid speed signal from the motor. The motor may be running but the tachometer (speed sensor) is not reporting correctly, or the motor itself has stalled.
medium severity
F8E1
The washer detected that water flow into the drum was lower than expected during the fill phase. This also displays as LO FL on some models. The cycle is paused until adequate water flow is confirmed.
medium severity
F8E2
The washer cannot dispense detergent or fabric softener correctly. The dispenser motor or the mechanism that routes water through the detergent compartments has failed or is obstructed.
medium severity
F9E1
Whirlpool washer error F9E1 usually means the machine cannot drain the tub within the allowed time.
medium severity
HC
The washer has detected that hot water is entering the cold water inlet — the hot and cold supply hoses were swapped at installation. This applies to top-load HE models. The washer will not operate correctly with reversed hoses.
low severity
Int
The current wash cycle was paused or cancelled — either by pressing the Pause/Cancel button, by a power interruption, or by the lid/door being opened mid-cycle on some models. This is a status indicator, not a fault.
low severity
LdL
On top-load HE washers, the lid must lock before the spin cycle can start for safety. The washer attempted to lock the lid but did not receive confirmation that the lock engaged.
medium severity
LOC
Control Lock is enabled — all buttons on the control panel are disabled to prevent accidental cycle changes or a child from starting the washer. This is a mode indicator, not a fault.
low severity
Ofb
The washer detected that the laundry load is unevenly distributed in the drum during spin. An out-of-balance load causes excessive vibration that can damage the machine — the washer has paused spin to protect itself.
low severity
OL
The washer has detected that the drum is carrying more weight than it is rated for. An overloaded drum cannot agitate or spin properly, leading to poor cleaning and potential motor damage. The cycle will not proceed until items are removed.
low severity
PF
The washer detected a power interruption during a cycle. The display is showing PF to inform you that the cycle did not complete normally. This is an informational code, not a fault.
low severity
rL
The washer detected laundry or items in the drum when the Clean Washer (tub clean) cycle was selected. The cycle requires an empty drum to clean the tub effectively and will not proceed until items are removed.
low severity
Sud
The washer has detected an abnormal amount of suds in the drum. Excess suds prevent proper rinsing and can overflow into the pump and motor. The machine will pause and run extra rinse cycles to clear the foam before continuing.
low severity
Common symptom shortcuts
These clusters give users another way into the list when they know the symptom but not the code.
Drain and standing water problems
- drn - The washer attempted to drain but water remains in the tub after the drain cycle completed. This code appears on top-load HE models and is the functional equivalent of F9E1 on front-load models.
- F9E1 - Whirlpool washer error F9E1 usually means the machine cannot drain the tub within the allowed time.
Leaks, fill, and water-path issues
- drn - The washer attempted to drain but water remains in the tub after the drain cycle completed. This code appears on top-load HE models and is the functional equivalent of F9E1 on front-load models.
- F8E1 - The washer detected that water flow into the drum was lower than expected during the fill phase. This also displays as LO FL on some models. The cycle is paused until adequate water flow is confirmed.
- F8E2 - The washer cannot dispense detergent or fabric softener correctly. The dispenser motor or the mechanism that routes water through the detergent compartments has failed or is obstructed.
Door, latch, and lock warnings
- F5E2 - The washer's control board attempted to lock the door but did not receive confirmation that the lock engaged within the allowed time. The cycle cannot start until the door locks securely.
- Int - The current wash cycle was paused or cancelled — either by pressing the Pause/Cancel button, by a power interruption, or by the lid/door being opened mid-cycle on some models. This is a status indicator, not a fault.
- LdL - On top-load HE washers, the lid must lock before the spin cycle can start for safety. The washer attempted to lock the lid but did not receive confirmation that the lock engaged.
Common guides to open next
dET fix guide
dET - The washer expected to find a detergent cartridge in the dispenser but could not detect one. This code appears on models with an automatic detergent dispensing system (such as the Load & Go dispenser). The washer will not start the cycle until the cartridge issue is resolved.
drn fix guide
drn - The washer attempted to drain but water remains in the tub after the drain cycle completed. This code appears on top-load HE models and is the functional equivalent of F9E1 on front-load models.
F5E2 fix guide
F5E2 - The washer's control board attempted to lock the door but did not receive confirmation that the lock engaged within the allowed time. The cycle cannot start until the door locks securely.
F7E1 fix guide
F7E1 - The control board is not receiving a valid speed signal from the motor. The motor may be running but the tachometer (speed sensor) is not reporting correctly, or the motor itself has stalled.