ErrorCodePro · Appliance Error CodesMaytag Compact front-load washer Error Code F22: Meaning & How to Fix It
By the ErrorCodePro Editorial Team · Last reviewed October 20, 2026
Maytag compact front-load washer error code F22 means: Load detected during the washer cleaning cycle. The washer must be empty when running a washer cleaning cycle. [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 compact front-load washer error-code chart, via Sears PartsDirect [1].
Quick facts
| Code | F22 |
|---|---|
| Also shown as | None listed by the manufacturer |
| Brand / appliance | Maytag compact front-load washer |
| System | Control / electronics |
| Meaning (service chart) | Load detected during the washer cleaning cycle. The washer must be empty when running a washer cleaning cycle. [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 compact front-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 F22 means on a Maytag compact front-load washer
Load detected during the washer cleaning cycle. The washer must be empty when running a washer cleaning cycle. [1]
This is a control / electronics code. Codes and wording can vary by model, so check your owner's manual for your model number.
How to fix Maytag compact front-load washer error code F22 (safe owner checks)
- Write down the code and model number. Note exactly what the display shows (F22) and copy the full model number from the rating label, so you can confirm this chart applies to your compact front-load washer and order the right parts.
- Rebalance the load. Remove clothes from 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 F22 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 compact front-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.
No specific part is implied by the manufacturer's guidance for this code.
When to call a technician
- 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
Related error codes
Frequently asked questions
What does error code F22 mean on a Maytag compact front-load washer?
The Maytag compact front-load washer error-code chart lists F22 as follows: Load detected during the washer cleaning cycle. The washer must be empty when running a washer cleaning cycle.
Is it safe to keep using the compact front-load washer with F22?
Only if the owner checks below clear the code; if it returns, stop and book a repair.
Can I fix Maytag compact front-load washer error F22 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 compact front-load washer error-code chart (third-party copy of manufacturer service data)
Last reviewed: October 20, 2026. ErrorCodePro is not affiliated with Maytag.