Maytag Front Load Washer Error Code F8E1: Meaning & How to Fix It

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

Maytag front load washer error code F8E1 means: The washer senses low water flow. [1] Keep using it? Not until the cause is fixed. Start with the owner checks below, beginning with: open both valves.

Quick facts

Code	F8E1
Also shown as	LO FL
Brand / appliance	Maytag front load washer
System	Water fill
Official meaning	The washer senses low water flow. [1]
Keep using it?	Not until the cause is fixed
DIY-safe?	Owner checks only (listed below)
Support	Maytag Product Help (producthelp.maytag.com), 1-800-344-1274

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What error code F8E1 means on a Maytag front load washer

The washer senses low water flow. [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 front load washer error code F8E1 (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 Maytag's published guidance [1], rewritten for clarity.

Open both valves. Make sure the household supply is on and both hot and cold valves are fully open.
Check the hoses. Make sure the inlet hoses aren't kinked.
Flood-stop devices. Check there are no anti-flood hoses or controls in the water line.
Clear the code. Press Pause or Cancel twice, then Power once.

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

Frequently asked questions

What does error code F8E1 mean on a Maytag front load washer?

Maytag lists F8E1 as follows: The washer senses low water flow.

Is it safe to keep using the front load washer with F8E1?

Not until the cause is fixed.

Can I fix Maytag front load washer error F8E1 myself?

Only with the owner checks on this page, starting with: open both valves. If it persists, call a technician or Maytag Product Help (producthelp.maytag.com), 1-800-344-1274.

Is LO FL the same as F8E1?

Yes. Maytag's documentation lists LO FL with the same meaning as F8E1; the display format depends on the model.

Sources

https://producthelp.maytag.com/Laundry/Washers/Product_Info/Washer_Product_Assistance/Error_Codes_in_Front_Load_Washers (official)

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