Whirlpool Belt-drive top-load washer Error Code F3 E1: Meaning & How to Fix It

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

Whirlpool Belt-drive top-load washer error code F3 E1 means: Water level pressure sensor fault. [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: Whirlpool belt-drive top-load washer error-code chart, via Sears PartsDirect [1].

Quick facts

Code	F3 E1
Also shown as	None listed by the manufacturer
Brand / appliance	Whirlpool Belt-drive top-load washer
System	Water fill
Meaning (service chart)	Water level pressure sensor fault. [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	Whirlpool: 1-866-698-2538
Source document	Whirlpool belt-drive 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 F3 E1 means on a Whirlpool Belt-drive top-load washer

Water level pressure sensor fault. [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 Whirlpool Belt-drive top-load washer error code F3 E1 (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 Whirlpool belt-drive 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 (F3 E1) and copy the full model number from the rating label, so you can confirm this chart applies to your belt-drive top-load washer and order the right parts.
Do a power reset. Unplug the washer.
Level the appliance. Check the air hose connection between the bottom of the tub and the water level pressure switch in the console.
Test and decide. Run a short cycle or restart and watch the display. If F3 E1 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 Whirlpool belt-drive 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.

Main electronic control board

When to call a technician

If no problems are found, then the main electronic control board (which includes the water level pressure switch) will normally need to be replaced.
Anything involving wiring, the control board, the motor or the water valve electrics
The appliance is under warranty: contact Whirlpool: 1-866-698-2538 first

Frequently asked questions

What does error code F3 E1 mean on a Whirlpool Belt-drive top-load washer?

The Whirlpool belt-drive top-load washer error-code chart lists F3 E1 as follows: Water level pressure sensor fault.

Is it safe to keep using the Belt-drive top-load washer with F3 E1?

Only if the owner checks below clear the code; if it returns, stop and book a repair.

Can I fix Whirlpool Belt-drive top-load washer error F3 E1 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 Whirlpool: 1-866-698-2538.

Sources

Sears PartsDirect: Whirlpool belt-drive top-load washer error-code chart (third-party copy of manufacturer service data)

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