ErrorCodePro · Appliance Error CodesMaytag Epic Z front-load washer Error Code F20: Meaning & How to Fix It
By the ErrorCodePro Editorial Team · Last reviewed October 20, 2026
Maytag Epic Z front-load washer error code F20 means: Not filling. [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 Epic Z front-load washer error-code chart, via Sears PartsDirect [1].
Quick facts
| Code | F20 |
|---|---|
| Also shown as | None listed by the manufacturer |
| Brand / appliance | Maytag Epic Z front-load washer |
| System | Water fill |
| Meaning (service chart) | Not filling. [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 Epic Z 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 F20 means on a Maytag Epic Z front-load washer
Not filling. [1]
This is a water fill code. Codes and wording can vary by model, so check your owner's manual for your model number.
How to fix Maytag Epic Z front-load washer error code F20 (safe owner checks)
- Write down the code and model number. Note exactly what the display shows (F20) and copy the full model number from the rating label, so you can confirm this chart applies to your epic Z front-load washer and order the right parts.
- Open the water supply. Make sure the water supply faucets behind the washer are fully open.
- Check the fill hoses. Check the water fill lines for kinks or freezing in the winter.
- Check the water inlet valves. Check the water inlet valves.
- 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 F20 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 Epic Z 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.
- Water inlet valve assembly
When to call a technician
- If the valves don't open when activated, a technician should replace the water inlet 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
Related error codes
Frequently asked questions
What does error code F20 mean on a Maytag Epic Z front-load washer?
The Maytag Epic Z front-load washer error-code chart lists F20 as follows: Not filling.
Is it safe to keep using the Epic Z front-load washer with F20?
Only if the owner checks below clear the code; if it returns, stop and book a repair.
Can I fix Maytag Epic Z front-load washer error F20 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 Epic Z front-load washer error-code chart (third-party copy of manufacturer service data)
Last reviewed: October 20, 2026. ErrorCodePro is not affiliated with Maytag.