Kenmore Calypso top-load washer Error Codes: Full List & Meanings

Every Kenmore Calypso top-load washer error code in the Kenmore Calypso top-load washer error-code chart, as published by Sears PartsDirect, with its meaning. Codes vary by model, so confirm in your owner's manual. Support: Kenmore customer support (kenmore.com) or a Sears-authorized technician.

Codes by system

Power supply

Control / electronics

Water fill

Drain

Motor / drive

Door / lock

Suds / detergent

Load balance

All Kenmore Calypso top-load washer error codes

Codes marked "Reset only" or "Service" have no separate page because the manufacturer publishes no owner fix beyond a reset or a service call.

Code	Meaning	System	Owner action
PF	Power failure. The washer lost power during a cycle.	Power supply	Owner checks
FL	Overfill level reached.	Leak protection	Reset only
Er	Control board error. The electronic control board failed to save cycle information during a power failure.	Control / electronics	Owner checks
LF	Long fill.	Water fill	Owner checks
CE	Communications error between the main electronic control board and the motor control board.	Motor / drive	Service
Ld	Long drain.	Drain	Owner checks
CA	Drive motor locked up. Also: CI	Motor / drive	Owner checks
Or	Failed relay on the main electronic control board. Also: Sr	Control / electronics	Service
LS	Lid switch error. The LS code appears if you press Start with the lid open.	Door / lock	Owner checks
SL	Excessive suds.	Suds / detergent	Owner checks
Ob	Unbalanced load.	Load balance	Owner checks

Symptoms

Sources

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

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