Maytag 2015 Centennial top-load washer Error Code F8 E3: Meaning & How to Fix It

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

Maytag 2015 Centennial top-load washer error code F8 E3 means: Overflow or flood condition. The electronic control senses a water level that exceeds washer capacity. A leaking water valve can cause the F8E3 code. [1] Keep using it? No. Stop using it until the cause is fixed. 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	F8 E3
Also shown as	None listed by the manufacturer
Brand / appliance	Maytag 2015 Centennial top-load washer
System	Leak protection
Meaning (service chart)	Overflow or flood condition. The electronic control senses a water level that exceeds washer capacity. A leaking water valve can cause the F8E3 code. [1]
Keep using it?	No. Stop using it until the cause is fixed
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 F8 E3 means on a Maytag 2015 Centennial top-load washer

Overflow or flood condition. The electronic control senses a water level that exceeds washer capacity. A leaking water valve can cause the F8E3 code. [1]

This is a leak protection 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 F8 E3 (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 (F8 E3) 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.
Straighten kinked hoses. Check the water level pressure tube for kinks, blockages or air leaks.
Check the drain hose. Check to see if water siphons out through the drain hose.
Check the house drain. Install the washer drain system according to installation manual guidelines to prevent siphoning of fill water.
Do a power reset. Unplug the washer and see if the tub fills with water.
Test and decide. Run a short cycle or restart and watch the display. If F8 E3 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.

Water level pressure tube
Water valve assembly

When to call a technician

Technician: replace the water level pressure tube if damaged.
If so, a technician should replace the water valve assembly.
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 F8 E3 mean on a Maytag 2015 Centennial top-load washer?

The Maytag 2015 Centennial top-load washer error-code chart lists F8 E3 as follows: Overflow or flood condition. The electronic control senses a water level that exceeds washer capacity. A leaking water valve can cause the F8E3 code.

Is it safe to keep using the 2015 Centennial top-load washer with F8 E3?

No. Stop using it until the cause is fixed.

Can I fix Maytag 2015 Centennial top-load washer error F8 E3 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.