Whirlpool Dishwasher Error Codes
Common Whirlpool dishwasher fault codes, meanings and troubleshooting information.
Whirlpool Dishwasher Error Code Reference
Whirlpool dishwasher error codes vary by model and control platform. The following are common codes found on many Whirlpool dishwasher models.
Always verify the dishwasher's complete model number before replacing a component based on an error code.
| Error Code | Common Meaning | What to Check |
|---|---|---|
| F1 E1 | Main control fault | Control board, wiring and power supply. |
| F1 E2 | Motor/control problem | Check wash motor, wiring and electronic control. |
| F2 E1 | Stuck key or button | Inspect control-panel buttons and user interface. |
| F2 E2 | User-interface communication error | Check UI, main control board and wiring. |
| F3 E1 | Temperature sensor / thermistor issue | Inspect thermistor and wiring. |
| F3 E2 | Water temperature problem | Check thermistor and incoming water temperature. |
| F4 E1 | Wash motor communication/problem | Check circulation pump, motor and wiring. |
| F4 E3 | Wash motor not running | Inspect circulation pump, motor wiring and control. |
| F5 E1 | Door open / not detected closed | Check door latch, door switch and wiring. |
| F5 E2 | Door stuck closed | Inspect door latch and switch. |
| F6 E1 | No or low water detected | Check water supply, inlet valve and float system. |
| F6 E2 | Water inlet valve problem | Inspect inlet valve and associated wiring. |
| F6 E4 | Float switch open | Check overfill float, switch and possible water in base. |
| F6 E6 | Incoming water too cold | Check household hot-water supply. |
| F7 E1 | Heating circuit problem | Inspect heater, wiring and control. |
| F7 E2 | Heating element stuck on | Check heater circuit and electronic control. |
| F8 E1 | Slow or no drain | Check drain hose, pump and garbage-disposal connection. |
| F8 E2 | Drain pump electrical problem | Inspect drain pump and wiring. |
| F8 E4 | Overfill or leak detected | Check drip tray, float switch and dishwasher for leaks. |
| F9 E1 | Dishwasher not draining properly | Check drain pump, drain hose and restrictions. |
| F9 E2 | Drain motor electrical issue | Inspect drain pump, wiring and electronic control. |
| F10 E1 | Dispenser electrical problem | Check detergent dispenser and associated wiring. |
⚠ F8 E4 — Check for Water or a Leak
On many newer Whirlpool dishwasher platforms, F8 E4 can indicate that the overfill or drip-tray float system has detected water.
Check for water in the dishwasher base or drip tray and inspect for possible leaks.
Areas to inspect can include the inlet system, hoses, circulation pump area, drain system and other water connections.
The exact diagnostic procedure should be confirmed using the dishwasher's complete model number.
Dishwasher Not Draining?
Codes such as F8 E1, F9 E1 or other drain-related faults may require inspection of the complete drain system.
Check the:
Drain Pump → Drain Hose → Air Gap, if equipped → Garbage Disposal Connection → Household Drain
If a garbage disposal was recently installed, make sure the dishwasher drain connection was properly prepared.
🔧 Important for Dishwasher Diagnosis
Do not replace a part based only on a generic error-code definition.
Whirlpool uses different fault-code systems and diagnostic procedures across dishwasher platforms.
For example, an F8 E4 code on many newer Whirlpool models can involve the overfill or drip-tray float system, while the diagnostic meaning can differ on another platform.
Always verify the complete model number before testing components or ordering replacement parts.
Where Is the Whirlpool Dishwasher Model Number?
The model and serial number label is commonly located along the inside edge of the dishwasher door or around the tub opening.
Record the complete model number, including the final digits.
Example: WDT750SAKZ0
Whirlpool Dishwasher Repair in Central Florida
Restor Electronics provides Whirlpool dishwasher troubleshooting and appliance repair service in Ocala, Belleview, Summerfield, Lady Lake and The Villages, Florida.
Service includes dishwasher drain problems, water leaks, wash-motor problems, heating problems, fill problems, control faults and error-code diagnosis.
Whirlpool Dishwasher Showing an Error Code?
Have the complete Whirlpool model number and displayed error code available when requesting service. This helps identify the correct diagnostic procedure for your dishwasher.
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