Kenmore 110 model Oasis top-load washer Error Code Sd: Meaning & How to Fix It

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

Kenmore 110 model Oasis top-load washer error code Sd means: Excessive suds. The washer conducts a routine to eliminate the excessive suds. [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: Kenmore 110 model Oasis top-load washer error-code chart, via Sears PartsDirect [1].

Quick facts

Code	Sd
Also shown as	F71
Brand / appliance	Kenmore 110 model Oasis top-load washer
System	Suds / detergent
Meaning (service chart)	Excessive suds. The washer conducts a routine to eliminate the excessive suds. [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	Kenmore customer support (kenmore.com) or a Sears-authorized technician
Source document	Kenmore 110 model Oasis top-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 Sd means on a Kenmore 110 model Oasis top-load washer

Excessive suds. The washer conducts a routine to eliminate the excessive suds. [1]

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

How to fix Kenmore 110 model Oasis top-load washer error code Sd (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 Kenmore 110 model Oasis top-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 (Sd) and copy the full model number from the rating label, so you can confirm this chart applies to your 110 model Oasis top-load washer and order the right parts.
Fix the detergent dose. Let the suds dissipate and then drain the washer. Use only the appropriate quantity of HE (High Efficiency) detergent in the washer.
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 Sd 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 Kenmore 110 model Oasis top-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.

HE detergent

When to call a technician

Anything involving wiring, the control board, the motor or the water valve electrics
The appliance is under warranty: contact Kenmore customer support (kenmore.com) or a Sears-authorized technician first

Frequently asked questions

What does error code Sd mean on a Kenmore 110 model Oasis top-load washer?

The Kenmore 110 model Oasis top-load washer error-code chart lists Sd as follows: Excessive suds. The washer conducts a routine to eliminate the excessive suds.

Is it safe to keep using the 110 model Oasis top-load washer with Sd?

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

Can I fix Kenmore 110 model Oasis top-load washer error Sd 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 Kenmore customer support (kenmore.com) or a Sears-authorized technician.

Is F71 the same as Sd?

Yes. The source chart lists F71 with the same meaning as Sd; the display format depends on the model.

Sources

Sears PartsDirect: Kenmore 110 model Oasis top-load washer error-code chart (third-party copy of manufacturer service data)

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