LOC
WhirlpoolControl Lock function has been enabled. To resolve, touch the Control Lock button or refer to the manual for activation instructions.
Washing Machine
LC
WhirlpoolThe Control Lock feature has been activated. To resolve, touch the Control Lock button or consult the manual for instructions on activation.
Washing Machine
dET
WhirlpoolDetergent cartridge not detected. Ensure it's inserted properly and dispenser drawer is shut.
Washing Machine
Int
WhirlpoolCycle was paused or canceled. Press pause or cancel button twice and power button once to remove code.
Washing Machine
rL
WhirlpoolDuring Clean Washer cycle, items were detected in the drum. Remove the items and restart the cycle.
Washing Machine
F34
WhirlpoolDuring Clean Washer cycle, items were detected in the drum. Remove the items and restart the cycle.
Washing Machine
Sud
WhirlpoolThe machine has too many suds. Try using HE detergent, inspect the drain hose, and use regular liquid bleach instead of "no splash" or "easy pour".
Washing Machine
Sd
WhirlpoolAn excessive amount of suds is present in the machine. Consider using HE detergents, examining the drain hose, and switching to regular liquid bleach instead of "no splash" or "easy pour".
Washing Machine
F5
WhirlpoolThe door is not securely closing. Look for any items blocking the door and hit the Pause or Cancel button twice and the Power button once to reset the code.
Washing Machine
E2
WhirlpoolThe door is not properly locking. Check for any objects blocking the door and press the Pause or Cancel button twice and the Power button once to clear the code.
Washing Machine
E1
WhirlpoolMotor speed sensing issue detected. Please remove shipping bolts and inspect for any overloads. To clear the code, press the Pause or Cancel button twice and the Power button once.
Washing Machine
F7
WhirlpoolA problem with the motor speed sensing has been detected. Please remove any shipping bolts and inspect the machine for overloads. To clear the code, press the Pause or Cancel button twice followed by the Power button once.
Washing Machine
F8
WhirlpoolIndicates a low water flow. Ensure the water supply is turned on and the inlet hoses are not kinked. Clear the code by pressing the Pause or Cancel button twice and the Power button once.
Washing Machine
E1
WhirlpoolIndicates low water flow. Check that the water supply is on and the hoses are not kinked. Clear the code by pressing the Pause or Cancel button twice and the Power button once.
Washing Machine
LO
WhirlpoolSignals low water flow. Make sure the water supply is on and the hoses are not obstructed. Clear the code by pressing the Pause or Cancel button twice and the Power button once.
Washing Machine
FL
WhirlpoolIndicates a shortage of water flow. Check the water supply and hoses to make sure they are not obstructed. Clear the code by pressing the Pause or Cancel button twice and the Power button once.
Washing Machine
F9
WhirlpoolDraining taking longer than anticipated, typically over 8 minutes. Verify drain hose isn't kinked or clogged, and standpipe height is between 39" and 96". Ensure HE detergent is used and check for excessive suds.
Whirlpool Washing Machine
E1
WhirlpoolDraining taking longer than expected, usually over 8 minutes. Check the drain hose and make sure it's not obstructed or blocked, and the standpipe height is between 39" and 96". Use HE detergent and look for excessive suds as well.
Whirlpool Washing Machine
F08
WhirlpoolDuring a wash cycle the programme pauses part way through.
Washing Machine
F12
WhirlpoolWashing Machines is not operating (turning on).
Washing Machine
F02
WhirlpoolIntermittent or no drum rotation during wash cycle.
Washing Machine
F01
WhirlpoolElectronic circuit board fault - Tumble Dryers is not operating, some or all functions are not selectable.
Dryer
F02
WhirlpoolMotor circuit fault - Intermittent or no drum rotation during wash cycle.
Dryer
F03
WhirlpoolTemperature sensing fault - Tumble Dryers not heating on wash or dry settings.
Dryer
F05
WhirlpoolWaste pipe blockage or pump issue - Tumble Dryers door will not open / the door can be opened but water remains inside the drum.
Dryer
F06
WhirlpoolDoor lock fault - Tumble Dryers door cannot be opened or closed / when the door is closed the machine the programme will not start.
Dryer
F07
WhirlpoolElectronic circuit board fault / heating circuit fault - During a wash cycle the programme pauses part way through / the machine is not heating and the pump runs continuously.
Dryer
F08
WhirlpoolHeater fault - During a wash cycle the programme pauses part way through.
Dryer
F09
WhirlpoolTumble Dryers isn’t operating multiple flashing lights and/or display. Unable to select a programme.
Dryer
F11
WhirlpoolWater remains in Tumble Dryers / not pumping out.
Dryer
F12
WhirlpoolTumble Dryers is not operating (turning on).
Dryer
F13
WhirlpoolWasher dryer is not drying clothes.
Dryer
F15
WhirlpoolTumble Dryers is not heating water or pauses during a wash cycle / not drying or pauses during drying cycle.
Dryer
F16
WhirlpoolTumble Dryers drum is stopping in the wrong position or is not locked in the correct position.
Dryer
F18
WhirlpoolSome or all display / functions do not work on my tumble dryers.
Dryer
F19
WhirlpoolTumble Dryers is not drying / stops during drying cycle.
Dryer
F1, F5, F7, F8, F2-E0, F2-E5
WhirlpoolControl board and keypad malfunction.
Oven
F3, F4, F3-E1, F3-E2, F3-E3
WhirlpoolThe oven temperature sensor has failed.
Oven
F9, F5-E0
WhirlpoolThe oven temperature is too high (Bake or Clean mode).
Oven
F2, F3-E2, F3-E3
WhirlpoolThere is an oven door lock malfunction.
Oven
F41
WhirlpoolBurner 4 has an open circuit on the thermocouple.
Stove
F12
WhirlpoolThe PWM valve for burner 1 is stuck open.
Stove
F22
WhirlpoolThe PWM valve for burner 2 is stuck open.
Stove
F32
WhirlpoolThe PWM valve for burner 3 is stuck open.
Stove
F42
WhirlpoolThe PWM valve for burner 4 is stuck open.
Stove
F01
WhirlpoolOn/off valve stuck open.
Stove
F02
WhirlpoolCommunication problem.
Stove
F03
WhirlpoolControl board problem.
Stove
F04
WhirlpoolUser interface problem.
Stove
F05
WhirlpoolContinuous E2 EEPROM reset.
Stove
F11
WhirlpoolBurner 1 open circuit on thermocouple.
Stove
F21
WhirlpoolBurner 2 open circuit on thermocouple.
Stove
F31
WhirlpoolBurner 3 open circuit on thermocouple.
Stove
F41
WhirlpoolBurner 4 open circuit on thermocouple.
Stove
ERR B
Whirlpool
The weight sensor is not detecting any pulses or the frequency is too low.
Microwave
ERR C
WhirlpoolThe temperature sensor is not working properly, it's not measuring temperatures between 19-41C.
Microwave
ERR D
WhirlpoolThere's a problem with a special protection system on the Microwave Magnetron.
Microwave
ERR0
WhirlpoolThere's a problem with the temperature in the oven, the connection is missing or has a short circuit.
Microwave
ERR1
WhirlpoolThere's a problem with the Microwave Relay having a short circuit.
Microwave
ERR3
WhirlpoolIf you press a button for more than 1 minute, there is a key error.
Microwave
ERR6
WhirlpoolThe weight sensor needs to be calibrated.
Microwave
ERR7
WhirlpoolThe humidity sensor is either broken or not connected.
Microwave
ERR8
WhirlpoolIt's impossible to write something in a specific computer memory.
Microwave
ERR9
WhirlpoolA specific option has not been set.
Microwave
ERR A
WhirlpoolThe weight sensor cannot detect the wheel.
Microwave
F1, F5, F7, F8, F2-E0, F2-E5
WhirlpoolThere is a control-related part failure, stuck or defective keypad.
Heat Pump
F3, F4, F3-E1, F3-E2, F3-E3
WhirlpoolOven temperature sensor has failed.
Heat Pump
F9, F5-E0
WhirlpoolOven temperature is too high (Bake or Clean mode).
Main control board, temperature sensor, wire harness.
Heat Pump
F2, F3-E2, F3-E3
WhirlpoolOven door lock malfunction.
Door lock assembly, door switch, wire harness.
Heat Pump
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