ErrorCodePro · Appliance Error CodesKenmore Elite dryer Error Codes: Full List & Meanings
Every Kenmore Elite dryer error code in the Kenmore Elite dryer 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
All Kenmore Elite dryer 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. A power failure occurred while the dryer was running. | Power supply | Owner checks |
| F:01 | Main electronic control board failure. | Control / electronics | Reset only |
| F:02 | Keypad/user interface failure. A button is stuck on the keypad on one of the two user interface control assemblies in the console. | Control / electronics | Service |
| F:20 | Heater relay failure. The heater relay on the main electronic control board failed. | Heating | Service |
| F:22 | Outlet thermistor failure. The control detects an electrically open outlet thermistor (temperature sensor). | Heating | Service |
| F:23 | Outlet thermistor failure. The control detects an electrically shorted outlet thermistor (temperature sensor). | Heating | Service |
| F:24 | Inlet thermistor failure. The control detects an electrically open inlet thermistor (temperature sensor). | Water fill | Service |
| F:25 | Inlet thermistor failure. The control detects an electrically shorted inlet thermistor (temperature sensor). | Water fill | Service |
| F:28 | Moisture sensor failure. | Sensors | Service |
| F:29 | Moisture sensor failure. | Sensors | Service |
| F:30 | Restricted airflow. | Venting / airflow | See page |
| F:31 | Low L2 voltage. The L2 leg of 240 volt power is below 30 volts. | Power supply | See page |
| F:70 | No communication between the electronic control board and the user interface control board assemblies. The main electronic control board and/or the user interface control assemblies may might need to be replaced. Also: F:71 | Control / electronics | Reset only |
| F:72 through F:78 | User interface control assembly failure. | Control / electronics | Reset only |
Symptoms
Sources
- Sears PartsDirect: Kenmore Elite dryer error-code chart (third-party copy of manufacturer service data)
Last reviewed: October 20, 2026. ErrorCodePro is not affiliated with Kenmore.