Whirlpool household appliances are known for their quality and manufacturability, even the electronic control of the dishwasher is equipped with a self-diagnostic system. With its help, the technician notifies the user of a malfunction that has occurred. Whirlpool dishwasher errors are displayed as a code.
To find out the meaning of the code and start searching for a breakdown, read our article.
The fault code indicates a specific breakdown in the control system. To start searching for it, disconnect the PMM from the network, turn off the water supply. If you don’t know how to reboot your machine, do this:
If the operation of the dishwasher is restored after a reboot, then there was a failure in the system. But if the malfunction is highlighted again, then you need to look for its cause.
(E – flashes, F – flashes)
What does it mean Causes of the appearance Do-it-yourself repair E1 1-5 A signal was received from the Aquastop sensor. There is a leak in the dishwasher.
1. Inspect the dishwasher tank for leaks.
2. Check the connections and tightness of the inlet and drain hose. If a leak is found, tighten the connections or replace the element.
E2 2-5 What the code means: There are security issues. You need to check all the wiring in the dishwasher: nodes, contacts and channels. E3 1-2-5 Heating problems.
Why is water not heated in PMM:
1. The heating element is broken.
2. The thermostat is broken.
3. Heater connections broken.
4. Problems with the control module.
How to fix the situation:
1. Check the heater for serviceability. Disconnect its wiring and measure the resistance across the contacts with a multimeter. If broken, install a new heater.
2. Check and replace thermostat.
3. Inspect the contacts for burnouts. Make repairs if necessary.
4. If problems with the control module are noticed, it is better to contact the service center.
E4 3-5 Thermostat failure. As a result of a short circuit, the contacts or the thermostat itself burned out. You need to inspect the thermostat and its wiring. The item cannot be repaired, so install a new item. E5 1-3-5 Meaning: long filling of water in the hopper.
1. Water is turned off.
2. The inlet valve is closed.
3. Insufficient pressure in the system.
4. Blockage in the filling system (intake hose, filter, inlet valve).
5. Failure of the inlet valve.
What you can do:
1. Open the faucet, check for water.
2. Turn the stop valve.
3. Wait until normal pressure resumes.
4. Inspect and clean the inlet hose. Clean the filter mesh, which is located on the body behind the hose.
5. Diagnose the intake valve. Install new part.
E6 2-3-5 No drain after washing dishes.
1. Blockage in the drain path: filter, hose, pump.
2. Problems with the operation of the drain or circulation pump.
1. Check and clean the filter at the bottom of the dishwasher hopper, drain pump and hose.
2. Inspect the circulation pump. Replace if broken.
F0 10 Sensor malfunction. The error code appears when you run the test program! F1 1 NTC sensor failed. The heating temperature jumps above and below 85 degrees. Change the sensor to a working element. F2 2 There is a leak in the dishwasher.
1. Problems with the float sensor.
2. Depressurization of the tank, connections, hoses.
1. Diagnostics of the Aquastop system. Replacement in case of failure.
2. Inspection of the tank and other PMM systems. Leak detection and repair.
F3 3 An error occurred during heating.
1. The heater broke.
2. The relay on the control module, which is responsible for the operation of the heater, has burned out.
3. Thermistor failure.
Do-it-yourself repair:
1. Diagnostics and installation of a new heater in the dishwasher.
2. Inspection of the control board. Relay repair and replacement.
3. Checking the thermistor.
F4 4 No drain after wash.
1. Broken or blocked drain pump.
2. Clogged drain hose or sewer.
3. Problems with the electronic module.
How to fix the situation:
1. Clean the pump impeller from blockage. She could be clogged with glass fragments, so there was a blockage.
2. Check and clean the drain hose. Disconnect it from the body and sewerage and rinse under the tap. Sewerage is cleaned with special means.
3. Reinstall or repair the modules.
F5 5 Sprinkler does not work.
1. Spray nozzles clogged.
2. The engine that rotates the rocker does not work.
1. Clean the nozzles under the faucet with a toothpick.
2. Carry out diagnostics and repair of the engine.
F6 6 There is no water in the hopper.
1. Blockage in the filling system.
2. Malfunction of the level sensor.
What you can do:
1. Check the water supply and filling system for blockages. Clean the hose, strainer and filling valve.
2. Inspect the pressure switch. If there is a problem, install a new part.
F7 7 Incorrect operation of the pressure switch.
1. Problems with the operation of the pressure switch.
2. Inlet valve does not open.
3. The pressure switch does not work.
Diagnosis of the intake valve and pressure switch. Parts replacement. F8 8 The water level in the tank is out of range.
1. There is a blockage in the filters.
2. The sprinkler does not work well.
3. The detergent foamed up a lot. The amount of foam is greater than the amount of water.
1. Inspection and cleaning of all filters in the Whirlpool dishwasher.
2. Check the operation of the sprinkler.
3. Use new detergent or use less.
F9 9 Water is drawn non-stop.
Why does this happen:
1. Damaged inlet valve.
2. Problems with the operation of the electronic board. Failure of its triacs.
How to repair:
1. Inspection and diagnosis of the intake valve. Installing a new part.
2. Repair of triacs of the control board.
FA 11 Trouble with optical water indicator OWI.
1. Breakdown of the indicator.
2. Clogged indicator lens.
3. Problems with the board or connections.
1. Replacing the OWI indicator when there is a problem.
2. Cleaning the lens from clogging.
3. Flashing the board or repairing the wiring.
FC 13 Incorrect operation of the sensor that measures water hardness. Checking and installing a new sensor.
We have introduced you to all the mistakes of Whirlpool dishwashers. Do it yourself or not – it’s up to you. We recommend that you conduct an independent inspection before calling the master to make sure the cause of the failure of the work.