Maytag Top Load Washer Error Codes: Full List & Meanings
Every Maytag top load washer error code we have verified against Maytag's own support pages, with its official meaning. Codes vary by model, so confirm in your owner's manual. Support: Maytag Product Help (producthelp.maytag.com), 1-800-344-1274.
Codes by system
Water fill
Door / lock
Load balance
All Maytag top load washer 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 | Official meaning | System | Owner action |
|---|---|---|---|
| HC | The hot and cold inlet hoses are reversed. The code shows at the end of the wash cycle. | Water fill | Owner checks |
| LdL | The lid isn't locking. | Door / lock | Owner checks |
| LdU | Objects on the lid are preventing it from unlocking. | Door / lock | Owner checks |
| LF | The washer is taking too long to fill. Also: Lo FL, F8E1 | Water fill | Owner checks |
| lid | The lid was left open. After 10 minutes the cycle resets and drains. | Door / lock | Owner checks |
| Ofb | The load is out of balance and the washer is running a correction routine. | Load balance | Owner checks |
| OL | The load is too large. The washer drains the water and detergent. | Load balance | Owner checks |
| drn | Maytag says this is not draining properly and can be an installation problem. | Drain | Service |
| PF | A power failure interrupted the cycle. Hold START to restart, or press POWER to clear. | Power supply | Service |
| Sud | There are excess suds. Always use HE detergent. | Suds / detergent | Service |
| F#E# | A system error. Press START/PAUSE to clear, then again to restart. Schedule service if it doesn't clear. Also: F## | Control / electronics | Service |
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