Frigidaire Digital display model front-load washer Error Code E11: Meaning & How to Fix It

By the ErrorCodePro Editorial Team · Last reviewed October 20, 2026

Frigidaire digital display model front-load washer error code E11 means: Fill time too long. An improperly installed drain hose causes fill water to siphon out through the washer drain. [1] Keep using it? Only if the owner checks below clear the code; if it returns, stop and book a repair. Start with the owner checks below, beginning with: write down the code and model number.

Source: Frigidaire digital display model front-load washer error-code chart, via Sears PartsDirect [1].

Quick facts

Code	E11
Also shown as	None listed by the manufacturer
Brand / appliance	Frigidaire digital display model front-load washer
System	Water fill
Meaning (service chart)	Fill time too long. An improperly installed drain hose causes fill water to siphon out through the washer drain. [1]
Keep using it?	Only if the owner checks below clear the code; if it returns, stop and book a repair
DIY-safe?	Owner checks only (listed below)
Support	Frigidaire support (owner.frigidaire.com)
Source document	Frigidaire digital display model front-load washer error-code chart (via Sears PartsDirect)

On this page: Meaning · Steps · Parts · When to call a technician · Related codes · FAQ

What error code E11 means on a Frigidaire digital display model front-load washer

Fill time too long. An improperly installed drain hose causes fill water to siphon out through the washer drain. [1]

This is a water fill code. Codes and wording can vary by model, so check your owner's manual for your model number.

How to fix Frigidaire digital display model front-load washer error code E11 (safe owner checks)

Safety first: disconnect power before you remove any panel or reach into the sump or drum. Do not touch wiring, the control board or the motor. If you see water near electrical parts, stop and call a technician. These steps are based on the Frigidaire digital display model front-load washer error-code chart (via Sears PartsDirect) [1], rewritten for clarity.

Write down the code and model number. Note exactly what the display shows (E11) and copy the full model number from the rating label, so you can confirm this chart applies to your digital display model front-load washer and order the right parts.
Open the water supply. Make sure that the water supply faucets behind the washer are fully open.
Check the fill hoses. Check for frozen fill lines in the winter. Unplug the washer and disconnect the fill hoses from the back of the washer. Check for proper water flow through the fill hoses.
Check the drain hose. Check the drain hose for proper installation.
Do a power reset. Unplug the appliance or switch off its breaker for one minute, then restore power and try again. If the code clears and stays away, it may have been a one-off fault.
Test and decide. Run a short cycle or restart and watch the display. If E11 comes back after these checks, stop using the washer for this function and call a technician, because the remaining causes need meters or part replacement.

The first and last steps (and the power reset) are general owner checks added by ErrorCodePro; the rest follow the Frigidaire digital display model front-load washer error-code chart published by Sears PartsDirect, rewritten for safe owner use.

Parts that may be involved

Exact parts depend on your model number. This page lists part types only, never part numbers.

Water inlet valve assembly

When to call a technician

If the screens are clogged, a technician should replace the water inlet valve assembly rather than cleaning the screens (cleaning could allow debris to enter the valves, resulting in the valves sticking open and causing flooding).
Anything involving wiring, the control board, the motor or the water valve electrics
The appliance is under warranty: contact Frigidaire support (owner.frigidaire.com) first

Frequently asked questions

What does error code E11 mean on a Frigidaire digital display model front-load washer?

The Frigidaire digital display model front-load washer error-code chart lists E11 as follows: Fill time too long. An improperly installed drain hose causes fill water to siphon out through the washer drain.

Is it safe to keep using the digital display model front-load washer with E11?

Only if the owner checks below clear the code; if it returns, stop and book a repair.

Can I fix Frigidaire digital display model front-load washer error E11 myself?

Only with the owner checks on this page, starting with: write down the code and model number. If it persists, call a technician or Frigidaire support (owner.frigidaire.com).

Sources

Sears PartsDirect: Frigidaire digital display model front-load washer error-code chart (third-party copy of manufacturer service data)

Last reviewed: October 20, 2026. ErrorCodePro is not affiliated with Frigidaire.