Maytag 2015 Centennial top-load washer Error Code F7 E8: Meaning & How to Fix It

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

Maytag 2015 Centennial top-load washer error code F7 E8 means: Overheated motor. The water level and load size detection systems may need calibrating if water level is too low for the selected cycle. A defective drive motor will overheat. [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: Maytag 2015 Centennial top-load washer error-code chart, via Sears PartsDirect [1].

Quick facts

Code	F7 E8
Also shown as	None listed by the manufacturer
Brand / appliance	Maytag 2015 Centennial top-load washer
System	Motor / drive
Meaning (service chart)	Overheated motor. The water level and load size detection systems may need calibrating if water level is too low for the selected cycle. A defective drive motor will overheat. [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	Maytag Product Help (producthelp.maytag.com), 1-800-344-1274
Source document	Maytag 2015 Centennial 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 F7 E8 means on a Maytag 2015 Centennial top-load washer

Overheated motor. The water level and load size detection systems may need calibrating if water level is too low for the selected cycle. A defective drive motor will overheat. [1]

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

How to fix Maytag 2015 Centennial top-load washer error code F7 E8 (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 Maytag 2015 Centennial 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 (F7 E8) and copy the full model number from the rating label, so you can confirm this chart applies to your 2015 Centennial top-load washer and order the right parts.
Clear any clog or debris. Remove any obstructions between the spin basket and tub.
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 F7 E8 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 Maytag 2015 Centennial 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.

Drive motor

When to call a technician

Mechanical friction in the drive system caused by items stuck between the spin basket and tub can overheat the motor.
Run the Service Calibration in the Service Test Mode to calibrate water level to washer cycles.
Technician: replace the drive motor if defective.
Anything involving wiring, the control board, the motor or the water valve electrics
The appliance is under warranty: contact Maytag Product Help (producthelp.maytag.com), 1-800-344-1274 first

Frequently asked questions

What does error code F7 E8 mean on a Maytag 2015 Centennial top-load washer?

The Maytag 2015 Centennial top-load washer error-code chart lists F7 E8 as follows: Overheated motor. The water level and load size detection systems may need calibrating if water level is too low for the selected cycle. A defective drive motor will overheat.

Is it safe to keep using the 2015 Centennial top-load washer with F7 E8?

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

Can I fix Maytag 2015 Centennial top-load washer error F7 E8 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 Maytag Product Help (producthelp.maytag.com), 1-800-344-1274.

Sources

Sears PartsDirect: Maytag 2015 Centennial top-load washer error-code chart (third-party copy of manufacturer service data)

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